Mike Turner
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Who makes the best large cole jaws...16" capacity! I dont really want to make any. Dont have time. I just want to turn when I can.
^^^This. If I use my cole jaws without the tailstock I use heavy rubber bands (exercise bands) to help ensure the piece doesn't go flying.....I should note that I don't trust Longworth chucks any more than I do Cole jaws. I prefer a donut chuck, vacuum chuck, or my favorite, a simple friction chuck and sharp gouges to turn away the tenon while using the tailstock to hold the piece on the lathe.
Good idea with the bands. If I would use my cole jaws they would be used with the tailstock in place until the last nub is removed....PSI has a larger set of cole jaws. http://www.pennstateind.com/store/LCJC14.html