Here experts reveal the secrets of production turning and much more.

Pens and pencils made at the wood lathe are becoming increasingly popular.

Learn to Handle the Most Challenging Tool in All of Woodturning.

Discover the true art of the lathe, and uncover the hidden beauty of the wood.

Add a new dimension to woodturning!

A complete guide to the machine and its accessories.

Getting Great Results the First Time Around

Completely revised and updated, this classic is the definitive book on turning. With new techniques and up-to-date information on tools, this book is a great resource for every turner.

Fifty years ago, the fountain pen was an expensive, and very personal, prized possession.

Learn the art of turning finely made pens and pencils.

Raffan shows 23 woodturning projects

This book features complete chapters on centerwork and faceplate turning

Completely revised and updated, this classic is the definitive book on turning

Split book design makes this two books in one: Projects to Practice and Inspiring Techniques to Adapt to Suit Your Own Designs.

In this latest video from Alan Lacer he will cover the following:Video history of lathes in actionLathe componentsTypes of lathesGuidelines for buying a latheTurning tools: types and applicationsCreating the basic set of toolsShaping, sharpening, and honing toolsExamples of what turners makeWorking safeDrives, centers, and chucks

Thinking about trying a turning project? There’s a lot to know, and you can get all the practical and useful advice you’ll need from the pages of this book.