Grizzly G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe
#26 in LathesFull review
A complete, supported 8x16 that needs few extra purchases before the first cut.
Grizzly $1,725 eBay$1,725
The Grizzly G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe and the JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe are evenly matched, rated 3.1 and 3.1. The Grizzly G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe leads on price and features. The JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe wins on capacity and warranty. The Grizzly G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe costs $2,274.99 less ($1,725 vs $3,999.99).
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JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe
#29 in LathesFull review
For the shop that wants a known brand gearbox lathe with a long bed and will pay for it.
Amazon $3,999.99 eBay$3,999.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Grizzly G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe for price ($1,725 vs $3,999.99) and features (cuts threads, variable speed, power feed vs cuts threads, power feed).
- Choose the JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe for capacity (8.8 in swing x 27.5 in between centers vs 8.2 in swing x 15.8 in between centers) and warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
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 G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe | JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 44 $1,725 | 0 $3,999.99 |
| Capacity 20% | 29 8.2 in swing x 15.8 in between centers | 75 8.8 in swing x 27.5 in between centers |
| Motor 15% | 57 560 W motor | 57 560 W motor |
| Features 30% | 55 cuts threads, variable speed, power feed | 40 cuts threads, power feed |
| Warranty 10% | 50 1-year warranty | 100 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Grizzly G0768 8x16 Metal Lathe | JET BDB-929 9x29 Belt Drive Bench Lathe | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Swing over bed | 8.2 in | 8.8 in |
| Between centers | 15.8 in | 27.5 in |
| Spindle bore | 0.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 560 W | 560 W |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,000 rpm | 130 to 2,000 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | No |
| Spindle taper | MT3 | MT3 |
| Features | ||
| Cuts threads | Yes | Yes |
| Power feed | Yes | Yes |
| Digital readout | No | No |
| Weight | 190 lb | 293 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |