Great Features Of SHOP FOX W1704 1/3-Horsepower Benchtop Lathe

Overall Rating (based on real customer reviews): 3.9 out of 5 stars

SHOP FOX W1704 1/3-Horsepower Benchtop Lathe

Features and Specifications:

Manufacturer: Shop Fox
Product Dimensions: 27.5x13x7.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 50 pounds
Weighs 45-Pounds
8-Inch swing over bed
Cast iron construction and infinitely variable speed control
Variable speed motor
Safety paddle switch
More features

Here are some REAL customer reviews:

“A bargain if you know your lathes”

What a shock; free shipping arrived almost overnight! I unpacked this lathe, wiped off the shipping grease, waxed everything down, and evaluated how to make this lathe work well. The tool posts have a cast and painted surface; that would work, but a…Read more

“Shopfox W1704 Great Deal EXCEPT IF YOU NEED PARTS!!!”

Compare this midi lathe to the PSI Turncrafter Plus, Wilton 99177, Harbor Freight 95607. It has more horsepower 1/3 vs 1/4 and metal parts vs plastic and a two year warranty. The instruction manual is well written and 30 pages long. The unit came well…Read more

“Excellent choice for the novice on a budget”

If you’re looking to get started with pen-making or other small turning and you’re on a budget, this lathe is certainly one to consider. It has better bones than many comparable midi lathes and a better price to boot. My lathe arrived well packaged and…Read more