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  1. #16
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    Gentlemen
    Very interesting thread, it seems that the overwhelming choice of chuck is the Vicmarc.
    I have 4 chucks, 3 x Vicmarc and 1 Vermec, they are the best chucks, could probably do with a couple more though
    Willy
    Last edited by Willy Nelson; 10th December 2018 at 12:38 AM. Reason: amended post

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    Quote Originally Posted by orraloon View Post

    I know it's frowned on not sculpting the bottom...
    This is a topic for another time/thread, but that bit of orthodoxy is just nonsense. I know where it comes from and it predates that chuck of yours (& mine) and it has no relevance to a well designed recessed foot, which is an aesthetic addition to a piece, IMO.
    Stay sharp and stay safe!

    Neil



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    Quote Originally Posted by Willy Nelson View Post

    ....they are the best chucks
    All of the commonly used chucks here in Australia are "the best chucks".

    I have, or have used, most of them and have used them a lot and I can't say that any of them are the "best chuck" more so than any other "best chuck". None have failed me. All of them have repaid their purchase price many time over. All of them are very good. Although some have particular advantages, none are without issues.

    Overseas turners envy our woods and our chucks, also our lathes when our exchange rate is in their favour. We are fortunate to have so much best wood, "best chucks" and excellent lathes.

    Chuck it firmly and ......
    Stay sharp and stay safe!

    Neil



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    And, while I'm banging on about things... ;~}

    Powderpost (Jim) posted an excellent summary on the development of the chuck some time ago here. Thanks, Jim.

    Having turned our way through that development some of us know how lucky we are to now have the modern scroll chuck.
    Stay sharp and stay safe!

    Neil



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    Quote Originally Posted by NeilS View Post
    Looks like a Leadbeter? (sp) Good chuck. I love mine.

    So, yes Skew, more chucks aren't necessary for being a good turner!
    'Twas just a flash of jealousy. I've enough myself to know the advantages... although not enough for bragging rights.

    Heck, I only have 12 sets of jaws and they're just multiple sets of the same 3 types; super-grip, pin & 45mm bowl. I've always been if favour of jam chucks. Much more versatile...


    Hehe. At least it's we're not talking about a separate lathe for every set of jaws, like some could. (A certain axe-wielding mongrel pops to mind... )
    I may be weird, but I'm saving up to become eccentric.

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    off topic - but every time i see this thread pop up in the feed, my brain says "would a wood chuch chuck if a wood chuck could chuck wood"

    Yes, I'm sharing that so you all will do that as well

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    Quote Originally Posted by poundy View Post
    off topic - .................................
    Indeed of topic and is irrelevant and not adding to the conversation.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Skew ChiDAMN!! View Post

    Looks like a Leadbeter? (sp) Good chuck. I love mine.
    Yes, Skew, designed by Bruce Leadbeter (RIP) and made by Woodfast. I grew up in the same small town as Bruce. Now we are dating ourselves!

    And, yes, some of us miss the sharp quips of a certain 'axe-wielding mongrel'. For newer forum members, we refer to one of the stalwarts of the forum, but no longer a contributing member, now Retired. He may have retired from contributing, but probably not from occasionally lurking and having a laugh on/at us.
    Stay sharp and stay safe!

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    I have 2 but would like 3

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    weelll
    hmmm i’ve got 4 no 5 err no is it 6 novas in constant use uncounted jaw sets bought and home made, 3 i think unnamed chucks and probably more than that hiding from sight.
    Some people are like slinkies - not really good for anything, but they
    bring a smile to your face when pushed down the stairs .

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    I am just waiting for the day when that mob at Ayao, make a 5 inch/ 125mm chuck so I can buy 5 new ones that all turn the correct way to tighten the jaws.
    Rgds,
    Crocy.

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