handlathed
Handlathed is an adjective used to describe objects that have been shaped on a lathe by hand rather than by automated machinery. It is commonly applied to woodturning and metal turning performed with a manual or hand-operated lathe, sometimes also referred to as hand-turned or hand-lathed work.
The process involves mounting the stock between centers or in a chuck, selecting a suitable speed, and
Materials commonly handlathed include wood, which is the traditional focus of woodturners, but metal, plastics, and
In modern usage, handlathed items are often marketed as artisanal or bespoke, emphasizing craft, individuality, and