special tail stocks

Hey Folks! I have been a production turner for a long time. I have occasionally read in posts where it is mentioned shortcomings concerning tail stocks in specific. I understand that most turners have more of an artistic bent and take their time on each piece but some have still voiced a desire to make something easier or faster.

Drilling: 1. Quill travel too short for deep holes 2. Hand cranking in and out to clear chips for drilling.

I am wondering if there is a market for an add on or replacement tail stock that might be helpful. I have modified a couple tail stocks and made a few as well.

For drilling deep holes.

lever action for drilling

lever action locking for production turning

A tail stock for consistent hollowing of bowls.

A tail stock press for assembling pens.

Most manufactured tail stocks could be modified with a bolt on kit I think that could encompass all of these.

I am only one turner with a few instances of someone asking what they could do. I am looking for a broader base of wisdom before I spend time on something that is a dead end.

below is a video of the bowl scoop on the table and in action its crude but it does work extremely well.







Any input is greatly appreciated.

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special tail stocks