Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe vs JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe is the better metal lathe overall, rated 3.2 to 3.1. The Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe leads on price and features. The JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe wins on capacity and warranty. The Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe costs $2,804.99 less ($1,195 vs $3,999.99).

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Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe vs JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every lathes metal lathe; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightGrizzly G0765 7x14 Metal LatheJET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe
Overall rating3.2/53.1/5
Price 25%67 $1,1950 $3,999.99
Capacity 20%15 7 in swing x 13.8 in between centers75 8.8 in swing x 27.5 in between centers
Motor 15%57 560 W motor57 560 W motor
Features 30%55 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed40 cuts threads, power feed
Warranty 10%50 1-year warranty100 2-year warranty

Specifications

Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal LatheJET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe
Capacity
Swing over bed7 in8.8 in
Between centers13.8 in27.5 in
Spindle bore0.8 in0.8 in
Spindle and motor
Motor560 W560 W
Spindle speeds100 to 2,000 rpm130 to 2,000 rpm
Variable speedYesNo
Spindle taperMT3MT3
Features
Cuts threadsYesYes
Power feedYesYes
Digital readoutNoNo
Weight110 lb293 lb
Warranty1 year2 years

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