RIKON 70-100 Mini Lathe

RIKON publishes technical data for the 70-100 in its comparison table: a 12-inch swing, 16 inches between centers, six pulley-selected speed settings and MT2 tooling. More swing does not meaningfully improve an ordinary slimline-pen project, but it may matter for future general spindle or small-bowl work. Verify whether the exact unit is a current model before presenting it as readily available.

Who this equipment suits

A comparison option for shops where a 12-inch swing is useful.

Manufacturer-documented specifications

Compatibility: check before buying

MT2; confirm taper and tool rest post dimensions with official model instructions.

Tradeoffs and limits

Check present retail availability and manufacturer documentation for the exact revision.

These are evidence-based shopping considerations rather than an account of personally testing this exact product. We do not assert measured noise, long-term reliability, current Amazon stock, ratings or live prices.

Documentation

• rikontools.com — Official information or technical specification
• www.woodturner.org — Official information or technical specification