Nova have recently introduced two lathes which deserve serious consideration. The Nova Neptune and Neptune Max are the same lathe, however one is a bench-mounted midi version while the Max is free-standing with a single-piece bed that is 255mm longer, allows extended spindle turning and sells for $2,849.
What sets these lathes apart is the flexibility afforded by the sliding headstock which can rotate 360°. Doing some homework prior to trialling the lathes, I
