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NT-1500 DELUXE NECK TURNING TOOL Reviews & Ratings

SINCLAIR NT-1500 DELUXE NECK TURNING TOOL

The Sinclair NT-1500 Neck Turning Tool’s ergonomic exterior is a slightly scaled down version of the premium model and features fine (80 threads per inch) adjustment on the cutter depth screw. The adjustment screw is engraved with hash-marks for easy fine-tune adjustment. Each mark on the adjustment screw corresponds to an approximate 0.001" change in cutting depth (0.00104" to be exact), making it extremely easy to adjust well within 0.0005" of a specific neck wall diameter.

Fine cutting depth adjustment (0.001” Adjustments)
High speed tool steel cutter
Hard coat anodized finish

The NT-1500 comes either by itself, or with the Sinclair Neck Turning Handle included and utilizes the same high speed tool steel cutter as our other neck turning tools. Excepts all Sinclair Mandrels .17 thru 338.

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2 Stars

Reviews Summary

Overall, the NT-1500 Deluxe Neck Turning Tool boasts solid construction and ease of use, but several reviewers have issues with the cutting edge, leading to uneven cuts and frustration. While it's simple and effective for some, incompatibility with certain mandrels and the occasional lack of precision detracts from the experience for others.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Cutting Performance

62%

Many reviewers express dissatisfaction with the cutting edge of the NT-1500, noting that it can produce uneven cuts and ridges on the brass. This inconsistency in cutting quality affects user experience and renders the tool less effective than expected.

Ease of Use

40%

Several customers appreciate the tool's ease of adjustment and use. Its straightforward design allows users to set it up quickly, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced users, though this is sometimes overshadowed by cutting issues.

Quality and Construction

50%

Most reviewers note that the NT-1500 is well-made and comes with clear instructions. This reflects on the overall quality of the tool, which some users find satisfactory despite issues related to cutting performance.

Compatibility with Accessories

46%

Users reported challenges with the compatibility of standard mandrels and the tool, leading to issues with precision and effectiveness during use. Some had to seek custom mandrels to achieve the desired results, indicating a significant concern with accessory fit.

Value for Money

38%

While some users find the tool is a good value relative to its price, others feel that the cutting inaccuracies diminish its overall worth. The perception of value fluctuates based on individual experiences with cutting quality.

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Nice adjustable neck turning tool

The Sinclair NT1500 is very easy to adjust and use but mine has a cutting edge that only contacts the brass at the point of the edge. The rest of the blade never touches the brass causing it to cut ridges. I spent 20 minutes per neck trying to get a smooth cut but cannot. I also have the Sinclair model 1000, the entire cutting edge makes contact with the neck leaving a clean, smooth cut without the ridges. I probably received a lemon which doesnt say much for Sinclairs quality control. Unfortunately the model 1000 isnt near as easy to adjust as the NT1500. Possibly a different cutting edge would fix the problem but I cannot find a replacement on Brownells web site. Very disappointing. It would certainly be a great product if the cutting edge wasnt canted so much it only cuts at a needle point.