lathe for making strikers

[nickhrp]

looking for a good affordable mini lathe for making strikers was wondering anyone had any recommendations for a beginner

[misfire]

If all you were ever gonna make was strikers, then a cheap Harbor Freight lathe would be fine. BUT,,,,, if you think you would ever want to turn more than that, just go ahead and spend the money and get a Jet

[nickhrp]

I was gonna start with strikers but hoped to one day move to calls my next question is what recommended speed do I need to look for

[lightsoutcalls]

I have 2 jet mini variable speed lathes.  They are set up end to end on my bench.  I have one dedicated to turn strikers, the other to turn pot calls. 

I haven't used a Delta, but love my Jet lathes.  I have also heard good things about the Rikon lathes.  You can expect to pay around $450-$500 for a good mini-lathe.

[nickhrp]

Ok thanks for the help guys I really appreciate it

[s-s]

i have a rikon use it everyday its about 5 yrs old no problems. last i checked they are a little cheeper
than a jet

[M,Yingling]

For just strikers check out craigslist always wood lathes on their cheap

[stone road turkey calls]

I have a harbor freight lathe also, been working fine for years, good one to start out with, then you can move up and pay $1000 extra for a variable speed switch.