Mini-lathe. Note: Since the review articles may have been written as early as 2000, some of the products reviewed may no longer be available, or may have different features than at the time of the review. com Reviews Page. These wood lathe reviews from Wood Tools Magazine on Delta, Jet, and Powermatic lathes will help you pick the lathe thats best for you. This page has links to various product and book reviews. The Excelsior 5-Speed Mini Lathe can turn bowls of almost 10 in diameter and spindles up to 17-3/4 in length, making it perfect for chair legs, small table legs and an endless array of decorative turnings. This chart compares the specifications of the major brands of the mini lathe. This site is intended primarily to help new and prospective owners understand the capabilities, limitations and frustrations of these tools and how to modify and fine-tune them to get results you might expect only from a much more expensive lathe. com is an extensive information resource for the 7x10 and 7x12 mini lathes. This is the replacement drive belt for the Rikon 70-100 Six Speed Mini Lathe The home mini-lathes we examine below are generally good for someone who wants a durable and well-designed machine that can fit in a small location. For reviews of milling machines and related accessories, see the mini-mill.