WEN 3421 Variable Speed Mini Lathe

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A benchtop lathe that turns pens, bowls up to about 8 inches and tool handles. Variable speed means you can slow down for out-of-round blanks.

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A benchtop lathe that turns pens, bowls up to about 8 inches and tool handles. Variable speed means you can slow down for out-of-round blanks.

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