Don’t Underestimate This “Beginner” Lathe… | Pathfinder Review and Test in 4K

Don’t Underestimate This “Beginner” Lathe… | Pathfinder Review and Test In this #woodturning project and lathe review, I’m taking a closer look at the Record Power Pathfinder — a compact wood lathe often seen as a beginner woodturning lathe, but is it really just an entry-level machine? In this video, I put the Pathfinder through its paces, testing its power, stability, and performance on real woodturning projects. From roughing out to finishing cuts, we’ll see how this small wood lathe handles bowl turning, spindle work, and more demanding tasks. If you’re getting into woodturning or looking for a versatile, compact lathe for your workshop, this could be the perfect fit… or it might surprise you. Thanks for watching and feel free to leave comments in the chat below. Record Power Pathfinder Lathe. For information or to purchase try here: https://www.yandles.co.uk/wood-turnin... If you’d like to support my work—or simply treat me to a coffee—you can visit: https://buymeacoffee.com/mikeholton. Every bit of support genuinely helps, and I’m truly grateful for it. If you would like to view work I have for sale then please visit: https://www.mikeholton.co.uk/mh-shop _____________________________________________________________________ Northern Grit Abrasive Paste https://www.mikeholton.co.uk/northern... _____________________________________________________________________ My Grinding/Sharpening/Sanding and Finishing Record Power 8" Grinder: https://www.yandles.co.uk/record-powe... Pro Grind Sharpening System: https://amzn.to/4bOEYOb 2” sanding pads https://amzn.to/3N2zcR2 2” sanding discs https://amzn.to/3N2zcR2 Abrasive Pads: https://amzn.to/4bvfzcE Isopropyl Alcohol https://amzn.to/4psM14C Workshop Tissue https://amzn.to/3YlCnFV Howard Feed N Wax https://amzn.to/3LkdIyv Furniture Clinic Wood Wax and Polish https://amzn.to/4qc1K9i Brummer Wood Filler Black https://amzn.to/4q4KAdw _____________________________________________________________________ Let's Resin (10% Discount Code: MikeHolton) Canada: https://letsresin.ca/?ref=_O7uwU1QN4vDXg USA: https://letsresin.com/?ref=HWup7tfrn4... UK: https://letsresin.co.uk/?ref=_O7uwU1Q... UK Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3B46F7w (Code: Mike24UK) _____________________________________________________________________ JSP Safety Equipment I Use Disposable Face Mask: https://amzn.to/3XaK8hV Face Shield: https://amzn.to/4akPpqs Half Mask: https://amzn.to/4dtxK2p Powercap Infinity PAPR: https://amzn.to/3SUlAax _____________________________________________________________________ Vevor Pressure Pot 5% Discount use SAVEMORE5 30L/8gal Air Paint Pressure Pot: https://s.vevor.com/bfQQV1 10L/2.5gal Air Paint Pressure Pot: https://s.vevor.com/bfQZRo _____________________________________________________________________ O3A Adhesives O3A Shop: https://o3adhesives.co.uk/?sca_ref=52... _____________________________________________________________________ Tools I Use Record Power Regent Lathe: https://www.yandles.co.uk/record-powe... Record Power Turning Tools & Chucks: https://www.yandles.co.uk/search/Reco... Tim Mason, STEADY REST: tmcues147@gmail.com _____________________________________________________________________ Follow Me Facebook:   / mike-holton-hand-made-crafts-106659121895539   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeholton_... Website: http://mikeholton.net/ And special thanks for the intro music goes to: Clemintine Sound Design   / clemintinesounddesign     / dog-box-games   DISCLAIMER : All of my videos are designed to be entertainment only. Please follow all required safety measures when using tools or machinery and always read and understand the manufacturer's guidelines and safety instructions. The methods I demonstrate are not to be used as a guide for best practice. Thanks