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...Q&A Recommending this Product
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Pros:
belts, customer service, diameter, feature set, general, lathe, options, performance, reliability, user quality, workingCons:
receiving qualityPros:
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]