---
product_id: 255797164
title: "Shop Fox W1704 Benchtop Lathe - 1/3 Horsepower"
brand: "shop fox"
price: "$375.42"
currency: USD
in_stock: false
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/255797164-shop-fox-w1704-benchtop-lathe-1-3-horsepower
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# Compact Design Easy Maintenance 1/3 HP Power Shop Fox W1704 Benchtop Lathe - 1/3 Horsepower

**Brand:** shop fox
**Price:** $375.42
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Shop Fox W1704 Benchtop Lathe - 1/3 Horsepower by shop fox
- **How much does it cost?** $375.42 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/255797164-shop-fox-w1704-benchtop-lathe-1-3-horsepower)

## Best For

- shop fox enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shop fox brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Space-Saving Design:** Perfect for any workshop, big or small.
- • **Precision Engineering:** Crafted for accuracy and durability.
- • **Versatile Applications:** Ideal for hobbyists and professionals alike.
- • **Safe & Secure Packaging:** Arrives ready to work, no hassle.
- • **User-Friendly Maintenance:** Spend less time fixing and more time creating.

## Overview

The Shop Fox W1704 Benchtop Lathe is a powerful 1/3 horsepower tool designed for precision and versatility. Its compact construction makes it an ideal fit for any workspace, while easy maintenance ensures you spend more time crafting and less time troubleshooting. Arriving in secure packaging, this lathe is perfect for both hobbyists and professionals looking to elevate their projects.

## Description

1/3 Horsepower bench top lathe with variable speed motor

## Features

- Designed to perfection
- Compact construction
- Easy to maintain
- It comes in a safe and secure packaging

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001R23SWW |
| ASIN  | B001R23SWW |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (602) |
| Customer reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (602) |
| Date First Available | 9 May 2013 |
| Date First Available  | 9 May 2013 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 22.4 Kilograms |
| Item model number | W1704 |
| Item model number  | W1704 |
| Manufacturer | Shop Fox |
| Manufacturer  | Shop Fox |
| Part number | W1704 |
| Power source type | corded-electric |
| Product Dimensions | 18.03 x 70.87 x 34.8 cm; 22.41 kg |
| Product Dimensions  | 18.03 x 70.87 x 34.8 cm; 22.41 kg |
| Style | Benchtop Lathe |

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: is there anyway to secure to a bench**
A: Someone said it’s heavy enough you won’t need to bolt don but mine shook all over.  Also hard to access bolt holes as motor is in the way.  Sure wish manufacturer was a wood turner too.

**Q: I have a chuck that is 1"-8tpi female thread (nova 48111), it doesn't fit on this lathe. what adapter should i buy?**
A: Buy a 3/4" 16 TPI  to 1" 8 TPI adapter. If you further questions go to http://www.woodturningz.com/downloads/w1704_ds.pdf for the specs on this machine.

**Q: What size wood stock can it hold?    How about something like 12'' long by 8" wide piece of wood?**
A: I think the max size recommend in the book is 4" to 6".  Personally, i wouldn't put anything bigger than 4" wide.  And 12" to 14" in length with standard mounts.

**Q: is there an adapter for the face plate for mounting live center chucks? I bought one but won't line up with holes?**
A: I'm not sure if they make the adapter to mount on the face plat. I have a 2" diameter three jaw,self centering scroll type chuck that i bought from Amazon that ihave used that works great,but i think that the holes in the face plate is for mounting a backing block to the piece of wood stock to turn a bowl. It says in the manual that you glue the block to the wood your turning and use the holes to screw the block on to face plate. Hope this helped.

## Frequently Bought Together

- SHOP FOX W1704 1/3-Horsepower Benchtop Lathe
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*Store origin: US*
*Last updated: 2026-07-14*