the lathe with bowl photo shown is a Steady Rest 22"

This is a 22” Extra Large unit, but it is a great action shotthat customers will appreciate. sent in by Richard Sleeper.

Using a steady rest eliminated most all vibration and chatter on thin spindles. When the wall on a bowl gets thin it tends to vibrate and rough cuts are the result. A steady can eliminate that vibration and give a much better finish cut. With taller vessels further away from the chuck, the more leverage works against you and the more likely you are to pull the vessel off-center. It doesn't take much to make a huge difference in concentricity.

I'm often asked how the HDPE Arc pieces are connected to the base. We utilize a slot in the Aluminum Extrusion with mounting bolts, lock washers, and nuts to secure everything in place. It is easily adjustable and very sturdy.