Delta LA200 Lathe

[ridgerunner]

I have a question..I've used a Delta LA200 for almost 10 years now. I have never used a Nova chuck, or barracuda style chuck..What chuck will work best for me using this Delta LA200 midi-lathe?

I mostly turn pot calls and strikers... and the system I use is time consuming and not very efficient..I'm thinking of buying one of these chucks to make my turning a little less hassle. Anyone have suggestions on which chuck to buy, or any advice..my current method uses a hardwood faceplate i made and hot glue etc..works pretty good, but looking to improve my system.

Thanks.

[mastevt]

I got a shopsmith, and like you, do mostly pots and strikers.  I bought the barracuda chuck, and the 8x1 TPI adapter to fit my SS.  Awesome chuck.  I can turn strikers faster now, with lots less vibration and harmonics from the old spur drive that came with the SS.  My guess the Nova would be just as good.

[ridgerunner]

Thanks for the advice Mastevt..I do like that the barracuda has more jaws that come with it than the Nova, but I hear the Nova is better quality.

[callmakerman]

I use the barracuda on my Delta and love it. The Nova is most likely a better chuck but the cost of all the extras is what drove me to the Barracuda in the first place.

[ridgerunner]

What model Barracuda chuck you using on your Delta callmakerman?

[KryptoniteKills]

I have a Oneway Talon and I love it.  Have never tried any other chucks so I cant compare but you may want to give it a sniff if the budget allows.

[ridgerunner]

Thanks for the suggestions, I appreciate the info.