Turning is great fun--try it once, and you'll be hooked. This is the perfect lathe to feed your need to turn. Durable cast-iron construction houses a powerful 1/2-horsepower motor with access to six speeds from 500 to 3,700 rpm for a variety of materials. This Midi-Lathe offers a 14-1/2-inch distance between centers, which is perfect for smaller projects such as pens, candlesticks, bowls, and other vessels--but buy the bed extension accessory and you've got yourself a full-size lathe for turning objects as long as 37 inches. Even without the accessory, you get a 3-inch faceplate and a 6-inch cast-iron tool rest. This lathe is a great way for the home woodworker to get into turning--and the nice part is, it's the only lathe you'll ever need to buy. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste
Spotlight customer reviews:
Customer Rating: Summary: Delta LA200 Lathe Comment: This is my second Delta LA200 lathe. It is solid, dependable, and easy to manipulate. Overall, an excellent machine.
Customer Rating: Summary: Bought for my father and he loves it Comment: We bought this for my father (retired carpenter) and he is loving making all sorts of things. He has had no complaints.
Customer Rating: Summary: Broken Latch Comment: The Lathe was just what I expected and the delivery was on time. However the latch for the cover over the belt pully was broken upon arrival.
Customer Rating: Summary: Great Lathe Comment: Shipped on time. Great midi lathe have used it for about 2 months and have had no problems with it.
Customer Rating: Summary: Good Machine for the Money Comment: This machine does what a midi lathe should. Fit and finsh is very nice along with the ease of operation. The only down side is the plastic door and latch system does not align up nor secure well. However this does not affect the operation of the machine just gives a cheaper feel. I'm sure it save Delta fifty cents.
