Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe
#14 in LathesFull review
A well supported 7x14 for the beginner who wants inch and metric threading and a dealer behind it.
Grizzly $1,195$1,195
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 features. The VEVOR 7x14 Mini Metal Lathe 550W wins on price. The VEVOR 7x14 Mini Metal Lathe 550W costs $665.10 less ($529.90 vs $1,195).
VEVOR 7x14 Mini Metal Lathe 550W
#17 in LathesFull review
For a first lathe on a tight budget, to learn on small aluminum and brass parts. Expect to tune and upgrade it.
Amazon $529.90$529.90
Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe for features (cuts threads, variable speed, power feed vs variable speed, power feed).
- Choose the VEVOR 7x14 Mini Metal Lathe 550W for price ($529.90 vs $1,195).
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 weight | Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe | VEVOR 7x14 Mini Metal Lathe 550W |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 67 $1,195 | 100 $529.90 |
| Capacity 20% | 15 7 in swing x 13.8 in between centers | 16 7.1 in swing x 13.8 in between centers |
| Motor 15% | 57 560 W motor | 56 550 W motor |
| Features 30% | 55 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed | 30 variable speed, power feed |
| Warranty 10% | 50 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Grizzly G0765 7x14 Metal Lathe | VEVOR 7x14 Mini Metal Lathe 550W | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Swing over bed | 7 in | 7.1 in |
| Between centers | 13.8 in | 13.8 in |
| Spindle bore | 0.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 560 W | 550 W |
| Spindle speeds | 100 to 2,000 rpm | 50 to 2,500 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | MT3 | - |
| Features | ||
| Cuts threads | Yes | - |
| Power feed | Yes | Yes |
| Digital readout | No | - |
| Weight | 110 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |