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Subject:
Down and out has is my preference *PIC*
Response To:
Tailstock Down and out vs tilt away ()

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I do a lot of undercutting of large bowls with my bowl gouge and stand behind and to the rear to get the best control of my tool. I don't want the tail stock in my way. Build your own for peanuts:
http://picasaweb.google.com/jerhall95945/SwingAwayAndDownTailstockForPM3520
This has worked great for me for years. If I had to buy one I would look at JT's.

All that said there are a gazillion good ideas on the Mustard Monster site under "Tail Stock"
http://mustardmonster.weebly.com/

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