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G0824 Gunsmithing A metal lathe in operation.
Providing Woodworkers and Metalworkers with High-Quality Machines and Service Since 1983
At Grizzly, we're woodworkers and metalworkers just like you. We know that quality machinery can be expensive, making it difficult to expand your shop, whether you're a hobbyist, small business, or large industrial facility. Our mission is to provide high-quality machines, while offering the best support possible to all of our customers. This will help you keep the projects rolling and produce your best work!
- Offer one of the largest selections of wood and metalworking machines in the industry
- Provide excellent U.S.-based customer support and technical service
- Warranties and fully stocked replacement parts for all machines
- Keep our prices low for customers, without sacrificing quality
Grizzly is the Choice of Metalworkers
Our lathes have the features metalworkers are looking for
Our efficient lathes include benchtop models for precision machining with the convenience of a smaller footprint, as well as traditional gearhead and gunsmithing lathes with advanced features and high capacity for extensive turning, facing, and drilling.
Features of some of our lathes include:
- Convenient variable speed
- Digital readouts
- Front-mounted levers
- Built-in coolant system
Benchtop Metal Lathes
Complete every metal-shaping project on your list without going all in on an industrial metal lathe. Instead, choose from our selection of benchtop metal lathes!
Each lathe is packed with the options you need for precision machining, with the convenience of a smaller footprint. The variable speed and digital display allow you to maintain a perfect cutting speed no matter the task. And there will be no stopping your productivity; most of our benchtop metal lathes come with 1 HP motors.
Gunsmithing Lathes
Complicated gunsmithing processes require precision components, and Grizzly didn't skimp on quality for our gunsmithing lathes. Key components of our top-of-the line machine include super high-precision spindle bearings, coolant nozzles for chambering, and a longer tailstock for barrel support.
Additional options of these specialized lathes include gearhead spindles, digital readouts, 3- and 4-jaw chucks, chip trays, splash guards, and stands.
Other Metal Lathe Types
Grizzly offers unique metal lathes that address specific metalworking needs and provide greater convenience. Our combination lathe/mill offers a built-in slide and cross slide that doubles as a mill table to maximize the use of just one machine.
Our gearhead lathes make shifting gears easy with front-mounted levers, and our variable-speed lathe allows you to change speeds with a simple turn of the dial.
Jerry A. Fisher
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2019
Looks to be of good quality for general purpose work. East to setup and works very well.
Aquiles Minguet
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2017
Great machine at low cost. Greetings to Grizzly
Ron L
Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2016
I've been running these machines for more than 50 years and decided to replace the old 'lantern tool post' lathe with something a bit more modern. I bought the 12X24 because of space limitations, but other than the additional 12" between centers, they seem identical.The lathe is certainly satisfactory for the price. You'll spend more time than you should getting the tailstock aligned with the spindle, as the adjustment is effected by set screws against as-cast surfaces, so getting the last half-thou out is time consuming. Further, the lube specs are such that you'll do some searching to find the proper stuff. And the owners' manual leaves much to be desired, like where are the drain plugs for the lube reservoirs? You'll have to call.So why the one-start rating? It's just a shame a tool this good is imported and sold by a company with such shoddy business practices. Mine was delivered with a faulty thermal protector in the control cabinet, and Grizzly refused to pay for an electrician to trouble shoot the issue or fix it; they expected their customer to turn a lump of cast iron into a working tool at the customers' expense.Further, this is NOT a machine where you and a couple of buddies install it. The riggers I hired had to leave and return after repair (WARNING! The control cabinet opens to the back, meaning if you mount it against the wall, you'll have to remove it to gain access); I was left to eat the cost of the return to do what should have been done the first day.So ignoring the costs I chose to incur (moving the control cabinet to the wall for access, and hiring the riggers to begin with), I'm left with nearly $1K additional costs for which Grizzly offers a $50 credit.If you check their catalogue, it is obvious the upper management is 'way more interested in making guitars than running a business and it shows; "unethical" is the kindest word I can use. Buy from them at your won risk.
RYAN
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2016
In my opinion nothing can come anywhere close to this size and level of functionality for the cost of the lathe. It also comes with a lot of accessories that are not usually included in others I researched.
dwmbarr
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2014
I had difficulty ordering this lathe as an Amazon Prime item almost a year ago. After waiting 6 months, I cancelled the original order and re-ordered it through Amazon as sold-by and shipped-from Grizzly. That order only took about 3 - 4 weeks. I like the machine a lot. It's not quite perfect (but what is?). It's a great machine and a great value at $2800. My first lathe was a 14" Regal which I got at an auction in 1969. It was a good old machine, but the modern 'heavy-duty' motor and quick-change tool post and tool holders are a definite improvement. I agree with the two previous reviews. I chucked up a piece of 3/4" drill rod in the 3-jaw chuck and found that it centered at 0.0015" TIR right out of the box. I also ordered the G4026 collet closer for this lathe, although I haven't had time to use it yet. I have experienced some oil leakage from the carriage, but not severe. I recommend paying for the UPS freight lift-gate service ($34 as I remember)-- they off-loaded the lathe right into my shop. The reviews for the Grizzly G4005 lathe stand are accurate. I especially found the instructions from the Hillbilly Machinist for stand assembly to be helpful. (However, the 5/8" bolts for the adjustable 'feet' of the stand need to be 2" or 2.5" long instead of 1". Grizzly is a very helpful company to deal with. It is also helpful to be able to order many of the Grizzly tools and lathe accessories through Amazon, frequently listed as Prime items.
R. S. Winsor
Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2008
I have worked with metal cutting machines for most of my career. Although I now work as an engineer, I paid my way through college working as a machinist. I have worked with many different lathes, and was somewhat apprehensive about purchasing this machine. The price is so low and prior to getting this machine my only experience with such inexpensive machines was the horror of a smithy mill/lathe combo that plugs into a regular 110V outlet. That machine was torn skin waiting to happen. Anyway, I purchased this lathe (with the stand) from Grizzly and I have been very happy with the purchase.I am really quite impressed with the precision of this lathe, right out of the "box". The gibs are all well-adjusted, the lead screws all seem to have minimal backlash (about 1/30th turn max), and the chuck runs very true.I quickly took my Dremel tool and engraved numbers next to each of the camlocks (1, 2 and 3) so that I could ensure I always install a chuck using the same torque sequence. After numerous removals and re-insertions of the chuck, it still runs less than 0.002" TIR. Honestly, I have actually never had the luxury of using a lathe I can say this about, and I have used several Hardinge lathes in my experience.The repeatability of the dials is excellent, seemingly within 0.001". I like the satin, glass-beaded finish on the dials and levers. It looks nice and feels ergonomic (not so slippery when hands are oily).The surface finish of a cut is nice and uniform, and the set of carbide tools that come with the lathe are really nice, for the most part. The quick-change tool post is top-notch quality as I get excellent tool repeatability with it.My only gripes are really minor. One, the "threading" tool that comes with the lathe is really only good for very large threads - 16tpi or less. The corner radius on the tip is just too large. I don't use it for threading - but it can be used for other functions. My other gripe is that the steel used for the bottom pan and back splash guard makes a resonator and when running the machine it makes it louder. I think I will be making a spray-foam backer to stiffen and deaden the sound.
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