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Jet - JWL-1220 12-inch X 2-inch Wood Lathe

Jet - JWL-1220 12-inch X 2-inch Wood Lathe

Heavy duty cast iron bed which adds greater stability while dramatically reduces vibration during operation Powerful 3/4HP motor will allow you to turn bigger projects without bogging down your lathe Indexing capabilities will allow you to perform fluting on your project A convenient spindle lock makes it eas...

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Jet - JWL-1220 12-inch X 2-inch Wood Lathe
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Pros:

belts (1)

  • ...more possible breakdowns. As with the sister midi jet, changing belts are no problem . after the first 2-3 changes your a pro. Bottom line: This...[0.8]

customer service (1)

  • ...the motor is powerful enough for most furniture work). Jet's customer service is outstanding , by the way. I had a problem early on with the bolts on the...[0.9]

diameter (1)

  • ...really appreciate the 1220. I have turned bowls up to 10" in diameter with no problem , at least no problem with the lathe :-) If you have limited...[0.8]

feature set (1)

  • ...previous reviewer that electronic variable speed would be a really nice feature , though changing the speed manually by adjusting the belt only...[1.0]

general (6)

  • ...are new to turning. We purchased the Jet 1220 lathe and are very happy with its performance. The only thing we would like to see change...[1.0]
  • ...and that helped. I've been using the lathe for a week now and I love it . The Jet 1220 is a perfect fit for me. I love the product just...[1.0]
  • ...The Jet 1220 is an excellent choice for people without a lot of shop space. It's similar to their...[1.0]
  • ...week now and I love it. The Jet 1220 is a perfect fit for me. I love the product just not the shipping. ...[0.8]

lathe (4)

  • ...husband and I are new to turning. We purchased the Jet 1220 lathe and are very happy with its performance. The only thing we would like to see change...[0.8]
  • ...turned bowls up to 10" in diameter with no problem, at least no problem with the lathe :-) If you have limited space like I do then this is a great...[0.8]
  • ... Great lathe , comes fully assembled and arrived ontime. Lathe is exactly...[0.8]
  • ...I received my Jet Mini Lathe in awful shipping packaging. It had been laying in water and had a touch...[-0.6400000000000001]

options (1)

  • ...performed all of these tasks with ease. Variable speed would be a nice option on this lathe if Jet ever ugrades it...[0.8]

performance (1)

  • ...are new to turning. We purchased the Jet 1220 lathe and are very happy with its performance . The only thing we would like to see change is where the light...[1.0]

reliability (2)

  • ...turned bowls up to 10" in diameter with no problem, at least no problem with the lathe :-) If you have limited space like I do then this...[1.0]
  • ...work). Jet's customer service is outstanding, by the way. I had a problem early on with the bolts on the tailstock and they shipped replacement...[-1.0]

user quality (1)

  • ...minor . The main important things were OK. For a first time user this is a good start. People at Amazon were GREAT WITH ME on this matter....[0.8]

working (2)

  • ...and arrived ontime. Lathe is exactly what is advertised, and works better than I was led to believe....[0.9]
  • ...I've had this lathe for about a year now and it has worked great . The only adjustment I needed to make out of the box was to...[0.9]

Cons:

receiving quality (1)

  • ...I received my Jet Mini Lathe in awful shipping packaging. It had been laying in water and had a touch...[-0.6400000000000001]
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