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Oneway Talon Chuck System

Item #: 20761
Perfect for mini and mid-size lathes.
Oversold until 10/05/2016
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Overview

This is an ideal chuck for owners of mini and mid-size lathes who want a power-grip, key-operated chuck. It's perfect for lathes with a 16" swing or less! Features single-hand key operation, patented over-extension safety system, 4-jaw scroll chuck and smooth-glide base jaw design. The nickel-plated body of the Talon Chuck is 3-1/2'' in diameter, and it comes with standard #2 jaws (internal chucking capacity of 2" to 3-1/2" and external capacity of 1-5/8" to 2-7/8").


Requires one of the three inserts listed below (sold separately) for mounting on the lathe. The insert must fit the lathe's drive spindle.

  • 3/4" x 16 tpi Insert (#22733)
  • 1" x 8 tpi Insert (#22726)
  • 1-1/4" x 8 tpi Insert (#21358)

What's included

(1) Oneway Talon Chuck System

Technical Details

The following additional jaws (listed with chucking capacities) are compatible with the Talon Chuck and can be purchased separately.

#1 Jaws (22740)

  • External (compression): 3/8" minimum, 1-3/4" maximum
  • Internal (expansion): 7/8" minimum, 2-3/8" maximum

#3 Jaws (#22747)

  • External (compression): 2-7/8" minimum, 4" maximum
  • Internal (expansion): 3-3/8" minimum, 4-5/8" maximum

Mini Jumbo Jaws (#22761)

  • External (compression): 2" minimum, 8-1/8" maximum
  • Internal (expansion): 4" minimum, 10-1/8" maximum

Jumbo Jaws (#22754)

  • External (compression): 2-7/8" minimum, 11" maximum
  • Internal (expansion): 4-7/8" minimum, 12" maximum

  • Brand: Oneway
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 2985
  • Weight (lbs): 3.8500

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Why did you choose this?
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I chose this chuck system, because, it is better than the one that came on the Excelsior lathe.
Richard K on Mar 8, 2016
Christmas present from my wife
KEITH F on Jan 1, 2016
I chose this chuck system, because, it is better than the one that came on the Excelsior lathe.
Richard K on Mar 8, 2016
Ordered it for bowl turning
Ronald F on Feb 8, 2016
Christmas present from my wife
KEITH F on Jan 1, 2016
to make bowls on my lathe
Gene K on Nov 9, 2015
because i need it to do my projects
nathan i on Oct 21, 2015
This is the best!
Herb M on Oct 3, 2015
Good reviews
Albert B on Aug 31, 2015
reviews have been good about this lathe
mario r on Aug 9, 2015
I have the same kind of chucsk and ordered them from Rockler
C D on May 16, 2015
Needed to expand my capabilities on my lathe
Jim E on Apr 7, 2015
Ordered it for bowl turning
Ronald F on Feb 8, 2016
to make bowls on my lathe
Gene K on Nov 9, 2015
I have a excelsior mini lathe and would like to start turning bowels what do I need to do to accomplish this?
Larry F on Oct 24, 2015
BEST ANSWER: Larry,
I began turning bowls with a chuck and spindle tools. I strongly recommend looking into bowl gouges. The bowl gouge makes a great deal of difference. I bought a 3/8 fingernail to start with and added a 1/2 inch regular grind.

There are many good on-line videos to help with developing proper technique as well. I strongly suggest you view a few and learn from the masters.

Another addition was a guide for grinding the gouges. I thought that using a stone was sufficient, but I learned that some woods dull the edge quickly and using the grinder is necessary to return the edge. Again, there are you-tube demonstrations out there that are very helpful.

I have been turning ash because the emerald ash borer was active in my yard and left me with six dead trees. I have only begun and already turned 12 bowls. They can be done reasonably quickly, but pay attention to your knuckles and the bowl edges.

Happy "bowling"

Bob
Will this chuck fit the Excelsior mini lathe?
Richard K on Feb 23, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Richard will need to purchase the Oneway Taper-Lock Adaptor 1" - 8 TPI P/N 0227 to insert installed as instructed. The adaptor allows the user to thread the chuck onto the lathe spindle. I am using one on my Jet 1220.
Terry
What is the difference between the "Talon" chuck, and the "Scroll" chuck? I am waiting for my Excelsior mini lathe to arrive, and was wondering if this chuck would fit on it, as it is, or would I have to buy an adapter, as well as a # 1 chuck jaws, to do small pieces? I am on a very limited budget, and after looking at the prices of some of the very basic turning kits, and even the single pieces, I am a little hesitant to purchase this, if I am going to have buy add on items, just to be able to turn small items. They want your first male child, for a single turning tool! It is going to be a long time before, I can afford any decent collection of tools. So if I have to buy adapters for this chuck, I think I will pass, till I can save up enough to get a complete chuck. Thank you.
Richard K on Feb 23, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I would say a scroll chuck comes with 2-5 jaws that hold circular and small square items best.
A talon chuck holds larger prepared tenons made on bowl blanks and round spindle stock, to enable holding smaller stock you would need to but another set of jaws to step down to smaller stock.
I have a MIDi lathe and do pens and also bowls so I have gone to two chucks so I wasn't always changing.
of course pens don't need a chuck , but just an arbor. hope I helped
With this jaw as it comes, can I do small turnings, like pens, and turning, and drilling dowels? I want to make some of the little fish hook, and sinker, swivel, etc. little wooden containers, that I used to get when I was kid, and when you bought little fish hooks, and the other items, they came in a little round wooden container, about two inches, long, or so, and had a wooden fitted cap. It was basically, a drilled, and turned dowel. I would like to make some of these, and also make some a bit longer, to keep jewelers saw blades in. I have cigar tubes for that now, but I like the nostalgic look, of a time gone by. I have other uses for these wooden tubes, with caps also, for carving blades, mandrels and smaller ones for tooth picks, to put in your pocket, etc. And I would like to make some of larger diameter, and length, to put custom made carving knives in. Thank you.
Richard K on Feb 22, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The chuck comes with the #2 jaws, which have an external chucking capacity or 1 5/8" to 2 7/8". So if you're drilling a dowel less than 1 5/8", you will not be happy. You're probably going to also want the #1 jaws for some of the smaller work you're describing. They have an external capacity of 3/8" to 1 3/4" max, which would probably be best for the smaller work. I have a Talon chuck which I use for small Jewelry boxes as well as for bowls I turn up to 12" in diameter. Its a nice piece of equipment. I also purchased the jumbo jaws which are great for my bowl turning. I am very happy with my Talon chuck.

Robert F., Orlando
Will this chuck fit the excelsior mini lathe?
Richard K on Feb 23, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Yes, as long as you have the adapter to fit your headstock spindle threads.

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I purchased my OneWay chuck some...
I purchased my OneWay chuck some 4 or 5 years ago and it is as reliable as they come. It holds strongly and centers as well as any I have ever used, either in woodworking or in metalworking. I highly recommend this chuck and am about to order more jaws to increase the capacity of the work I can do with my chuck. Thank you Rockler for your supply of quality tools.
May 10, 2009
The only chuck I had available...
The only chuck I had available before the One Way Talon Chuck was the four jaw individual adjusting chuck from Sears. This chuck is like coming in from the ice age to modern in one step.I have done more turning in two days than I had in months. GREAT TOOL and well worth the price.
October 14, 2008
In my humble opinion, Oneway products...
In my humble opinion, Oneway products are of supreme quality and this chuck is no different. I have never been disapointed with any Oneway purchases and would highly recommend them to anyone. Additionally, their customer service department is on par with their products..... Outstanding!
June 16, 2008
I am confused? I just purchased...
I am confused? I just purchased the #20761 chuck for my Delta lathe and when I got home and read the instructions, it said on page 2 that the thread lock adapter was included with the chuck but it was packaged seperately. I returned to the store and showed the instructions to your store manager and was told that Rockler has always sold the adapter seperately. Would you please check into this to prevent other customers from having the same problem. Editor's note: The store manager informed you correctly. The adaptors are sold separately as they are offered in two different sizes. The prices we charge for these parts reflect the individual component price. The manufacturer includes the same sheet in all there packaging even though they offer items as both packages and individual components. We only offer and price items as individual components.
November 26, 2007
There is little to add to...
There is little to add to the other review. The Oneway Talon is one of those products that is a genuine pleasure to use, every time.
February 18, 2010
Works well
Used ir for pepper mill bases and bowls- held good and worked well in all projects
March 1, 2016
Purchased
 7 months ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
Oneway Talon Chuck
This is a well made, rugged chuck. Easy to use and well worth the money. It has many available accessories. I liked mine so much I bought another for use with a set of Jumbo Jaws which I leave set up and ready to go. I do recommend this chuck for any wood turner, beginner or old timer.
November 19, 2015
Purchased
 11 months ago
Woodworking Experience:
Beginner
One Way Talon Chuck
This is a great chuck, holds work extremely well and is easy to use. It does not disappoint. This is a must for the serious wood turner.
June 15, 2016
I'm in love. I've had a...
I'm in love. I've had a 3-tier candy dish project on the back burner for months now because finishing it with my old setup was to difficult. I purchased the One Way Talon chuck a week ago and finished the project in less then two days. And all becasue of the One Way Talon chuck. With a simple adapter, i finished the platters then installed a square spindle and turned it down. Although i've only done one project with the incredible One Way Talon chuck, I'm looking for more! My lathe has sat rarely used in the corner of my shop. Now it'll see lots of use.
February 19, 2010
oneway talon chuck system
have been using this exclusively since I started wood turning years ago. wish it had an indexing feature....that would be great. But I give it 5 stars anyway
August 5, 2015
Purchased
 1 year ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate

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