Shop Fox M1099 10x26 Bench Metal Lathe
#18 in LathesFull review
For the hobbyist who wants a long bed gearbox lathe with the longest warranty among the 10 in machines.
Grizzly $2,525 eBay$2,525
The Shop Fox M1099 10x26 Bench Metal Lathe is the better metal lathe overall, rated 3.4 to 3.3. The Shop Fox M1099 10x26 Bench Metal Lathe leads on warranty. The Grizzly G9972Z 11x26 Bench Lathe wins on capacity. The Shop Fox M1099 10x26 Bench Metal Lathe costs $40 less ($2,525 vs $2,565).
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Grizzly G9972Z 11x26 Bench Lathe
#21 in LathesFull review
For the home shop that wants the most swing and mass Grizzly sells in a bench lathe.
Grizzly $2,565 eBay$2,565
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Shop Fox M1099 10x26 Bench Metal Lathe for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
- Choose the Grizzly G9972Z 11x26 Bench Lathe for capacity (10.5 in swing x 26 in between centers vs 9.6 in swing x 26 in between centers).
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 | Shop Fox M1099 10x26 Bench Metal Lathe | Grizzly G9972Z 11x26 Bench Lathe |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Price 25% | 20 $2,525 | 19 $2,565 |
| Capacity 20% | 79 9.6 in swing x 26 in between centers | 89 10.5 in swing x 26 in between centers |
| Motor 15% | 70 746 W motor | 70 746 W motor |
| Features 30% | 40 cuts threads, power feed | 40 cuts threads, power feed |
| Warranty 10% | 100 2-year warranty | 50 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Shop Fox M1099 10x26 Bench Metal Lathe | Grizzly G9972Z 11x26 Bench Lathe | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Swing over bed | 9.6 in | 10.5 in |
| Between centers | 26 in | 26 in |
| Spindle bore | 1 in | 1 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 746 W | 746 W |
| Spindle speeds | 150 to 2,400 rpm | 150 to 2,400 rpm |
| Variable speed | No | No |
| Spindle taper | MT4 | MT4 |
| Features | ||
| Cuts threads | Yes | Yes |
| Power feed | Yes | Yes |
| Digital readout | No | No |
| Weight | 470 lb | 560 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |