Nova (Teknatool) · Updated August 2026
NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe: price & specs
NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
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The NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe is listed at $599.99 on teknatool.com as of 2026-08-01, #2 cheapest of 11 wood lathes (median $1199.99); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 32/100 pay-blind standing, #7 of 12 in class.
Verified Aug 1, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest wood lathes: WEN LA3421 3.2-Amp 8" x 13" Variable Speed Mini Benchtop Wood Lathe — $244.87
Is the NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe a good buy?
At $600, the NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe is #2 cheapest of the 11 wood lathes we track, where the median is $1199.99. On the spec sheet, its swing over bed of 12 in is below the median of the 12, its distance between centers of 16.5 in is below the median of the 12, and its weight of 84 lb is below the median of the 12.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $599.99 Manufacturer's own listed price at teknatool.com: "$599.99". |
|---|---|
| Brand | Nova (Teknatool) |
| Released | — |
| Swing over bed (in) | 12 |
| Distance between centers (in) | 16.5 |
| Motor power hp | 0.75 |
| Speed range (rpm) | 250-4000 |
| Variable speed | Yes |
| Spindle thread | 1 x 8 TPI |
| Bed material | Cast iron |
| Tailstock taper | MT2 |
| Weight (lb) | 84 |
Source: teknatool.com (verified 2026-08-01) · corroborated by kmstools.com. Teknatool's own NOVA Comet II DR product page confirms a 12"/300mm inboard swing, 16.5"/419mm standard distance between centers (extendable to 42" with an optional bed extension), a 3/4 HP 110V(US)/220V(EU) electronic-variable-speed motor with digital RPM readout spanning 250-4,000 RPM, a 1" x 8TPI RH spindle thread (US/Canada/Australasia variant; M33x3.5 RH for Europe/UK), solid cast-iron bed construction, a 2MT hollow tailstock taper with 1.6" quill travel, 84 lb weight, and the $599.99 price. KMS Tools' Canadian retail listing corroborates the model identity and supplies the manufacturer product photo used here (teknatool.com blocks direct image hotlinking).
Is the NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe worth it vs cheaper wood lathes?
NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe against its closest cheaper and pricier wood lathes on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 11 ranked
| Product | Price | Swing over bed (in) | Distance between centers (in) | Motor power hp | Speed range (rpm) | Variable speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe this | $599.99 | 12 | 16.5 | 0.75 | 250-4000 | Yes |
| WEN LA3421 3.2-Amp 8" x 13" Variable Speed Mini Benchtop Wood Lathe | $244.87 | 8 | 13 | — | 750-3200 | Yes |
| Rikon 70-220VSR 12-1/2" x 20" Midi VSR Lathe | $649.99 | 12.5 | 20 | 1 | 250-750 / 550-1650 / 1300-3850 | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe cost?
The NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe has a US price of $599.99 (Manufacturer's own listed price at teknatool.com: "$599.99".), as of 2026-08-01.
How does the NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe compare on price?
At $600, the NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe is #2 cheapest of the 11 wood lathes we track, where the median is $1199.99.
What are the NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe's key specs?
NOVA Comet II DR Midi Lathe (Nova (Teknatool)): swing over bed in 12, distance between centers in 16.5, motor power hp 0.75, speed range rpm 250-4000, variable speed Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-08-01.
Price of record: $599.99 at teknatool.com, 2026-08-01. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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