These are the specs on the lathe:
BELT DRIVE BENCH LATHE
· Spindle supported by precision tapered roller bearings
· Hardened and ground bedways
· Power longitudinal feed allows threading
· Standard 1-1/2" x 8 TPI spindle mount allows for many aftermarket accessories
· Reversing switch included for added versatility
· Backlash adjustments provided throughout the carriage
· Tailstock is adjustable for taper cuts
· Quick-change gear box provides wide range of inch and metric threads
· 7" four-jaw and 4" three-jaw chuck with threaded back plate
· Face plate
· Four-way tool post
· Single tool post
· Steady and follow rest
· Metric change gears
· Centers
· Threading dial
Will I be able to turn stainless for pens on this lathe? I'm also looking to buy a BEALL COLLET CHUCK for my wood lathe that has a 1 X 8 TPI spindle and the metal lathe has a 1-1/2 X 8 TPI spindle, can the BEALL COLLET CHUCK be adapted to be used on both? Or will I have to buy a separate chuck?