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JET 12-Inch x 21-Inch Variable-Speed Woodworking Lathe, 1 HP, 115V 1Ph (JWL-1221VS)

21-inch between centers handles most furniture spindle turning

✎ PickHonest Research Desk▦ Updated October 15, 2026◷ 3 min read

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JET 12-Inch x 21-Inch Variable-Speed Woodworking Lathe, 1 HP, 115V 1Ph (JWL-1221VS)
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JET 12-Inch x 21-Inch Variable-Speed Woodworking Lathe, 1 HP, 115V 1Ph (JWL-1221VS)

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21-inch between centers handles most furniture spindle turning

  • 12-inch swing
  • 21-inch between centers
  • 60-3,600 RPM variable speed
  • Reversible headstock

Pros

  • 21-inch between centers handles most furniture spindle turning
  • 60 RPM minimum enables very large, unbalanced bowl blanks to be turned safely at low speed
  • Reversible headstock for sanding off the lathe at low speed -- common technique
  • JET quality control and customer service are reliable

Cons

  • 12-inch swing is less than NOVA Comet II at a similar price
  • Heavy -- difficult to move once set up
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