✅ SHOP NOTES: Our oldest grandson wants to learn how to turn, but his family has ZERO storage space, so after much research, I purchased the new WEN 8" X 12" mini lathe for him and our other 7 grandkids to learn on. This video is a bit of a departure from the "norm", but if you happen to have any interest in acquiring a small lathe for pen turning or other small turning projects this one might be worth considering. In this video, we'll unbox it (I know how much you all LOVE a good unboxing!) and walk through everything you'll need to know to speak intelligently as you get into this wonderful hobby. As for learning to turn, I've already posted another video on that subject that will get you started, and let's face it, Youtube is replete with loads of them!

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🟢 This is the WEN lathe we purchased: https://amzn.to/34kQF0L Prices vary, but if the price on Amazon is higher than expected, give it a day or two for Amazon to get restocked.
🟢 Smucker's new WEN 4 Jaw Chuck: https://amzn.to/3IfykRc
🟢 WEN Pen Mandrel for Smucker's new lathe: https://amzn.to/3qGSv4K
🟢 WEN Tailstock Chuck for Smucker's new lathe: https://amzn.to/34WziU4
🟢 Pen blank boring jaws for Smucker's Lathe Chuck: https://amzn.to/33QKt02
🟢 Live center and drive set: https://amzn.to/3ryOpuz
🟢 Here's the carbide turning tool set that Smuckers bought for HIMSELF! https://amzn.to/34UOzon

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