--- product_id: 6496260 title: "Metal Lathe for Home Machinists" price: "€ 44.32" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.fr/products/6496260-metal-lathe-for-home-machinists store_origin: FR region: France --- # Metric measurements for precision 570+ reviews, 4.4⭐ rating 12 skill-building turning projects Metal Lathe for Home Machinists **Price:** € 44.32 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚙️ Turn your metalworking dreams into reality with precision and style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Metal Lathe for Home Machinists - **How much does it cost?** € 44.32 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fr](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/6496260-metal-lathe-for-home-machinists) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision in Every Turn:** Metric-based instructions ensure accuracy and professional-grade results every time. - • **Comprehensive & Practical:** Includes a complete introduction to lathe metalworking and essential accessories for your workshop. - • **Master Metal Lathe Skills:** Step-by-step projects designed to elevate your turning expertise from beginner to confident craftsman. - • **Trusted Industry Authority:** Published by Fox Chapel, a leader in craft and DIY education with celebrated expert authors. - • **Visual Learning Powerhouse:** Gorgeous color photography and detailed drawings make complex techniques easy to grasp. ## Overview This Fox Chapel Publishing guide is a top-rated, project-based course and reference for home machinists eager to master metal lathe techniques. Featuring 12 hands-on projects, metric measurements for precision, and vivid instructional visuals, it’s perfect for beginners and hobbyists aiming to build practical skills with trusted expert guidance. ## Description Who is Fox Chapel Publishing? Fox Chapel Publishing makes illustrated non-fiction books, magazines, patterns, and videos for craft, hobby, and do-it-yourself enthusiasts. We inspire and inform readers who enjoy woodworking, needlework, pyrography, home and garden, cooking, crafting, and more! What makes our books unique? Fox Chapel Publishing books are distinguished by gorgeous color photography, detailed step-by-step instructions, and superb production values. Our authors include Brian Baumgartner, Lora Irish, Bob Flexner, and many others who are celebrated in their fields! Who is Fox Chapel Publishing? Fox Chapel Publishing makes illustrated non-fiction books, magazines, patterns, and videos for craft, hobby, and do-it-yourself enthusiasts. We inspire and inform readers who enjoy woodworking, needlework, pyrography, home and garden, cooking, crafting, and more! What makes our books unique? Fox Chapel Publishing books are distinguished by gorgeous color photography, detailed step-by-step instructions, and superb production values. Our authors include Brian Baumgartner, Lora Irish, Bob Flexner, and many others who are celebrated in their fields! 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Review: Well Written - Good and useful projects for a lathe for a beginner. In metric just so you know. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #99,477 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #9 in Metallurgy Materials Engineering #11 in Machinery Engineering (Books) #14 in Metal Work (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 570 Reviews | ## Images ![Metal Lathe for Home Machinists - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714dLln2sjL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great information *by K***R on March 2, 2025* Enjoyed reading and getting ideas for tools to make metal working easy. Information is presented in a straightforward manner and with excellent drawings throughout the book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well Written *by A***R on August 13, 2024* Good and useful projects for a lathe for a beginner. In metric just so you know. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not bad. *by A***9 on March 26, 2019* So far, I've only read the first 2 chapters. The book could be organized for simpler reading. For one thing, there are a lot of commas missing. I studied the "blueprint" in the first project several times trying to understand what the part labeled "collet" in the blueprint was for. I eventually found out during "assembly" that it was for helping to make washers (and other small parts). In retrospect, maybe it doesn't belong in the same diagram with the tool being made, but the author does expect you to study the diagrams. Another reviewer's mention of the flycutter are on track. If you didn't already know what a flycutter is, this book doesn't explain (but personally, it would never have occurred to me to use one in a lathe!). The author also has some sort of drilling vise attached to his compound, and writes about using it as if it is a common item--but I've never seen one before. All of the above being said, the author makes many helpful remarks for the novice (like me). An absolute beginner should probably (surely?) begin with different book on lathes. I would enjoy the book more if the font size, and photos, were larger. You can view Amazon's preview of the book. It is consistent. It looks a little small to me too. I'd estimate the book as having font size 9 or 10, while it would please my eyes much more if it were 12. There is no real need for the book to be so small and compact, except maybe to save money in printing it. And, if this is the case, the savings are not being appreciated (at least not by me). If you enjoy "careful" reading, at font size 9, then this aspect will be perfect for you. I can deal with it, but I provide this feedback with the hope that the publisher listens to it... This is the first time I've ever thought that I might prefer the e-book version (so that I could adjust the size of the type). --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.fr/products/6496260-metal-lathe-for-home-machinists](https://www.desertcart.fr/products/6496260-metal-lathe-for-home-machinists) --- *Product available on Desertcart France* *Store origin: FR* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*