While the standard "dead" (i.e. non-spinning) tailstock centers are sufficient for most spindle turning work, if you do a lot of turning you will probably want to invest a few dollars in "live" (i.e. ball bearing) centers. Any center having a Morse Taper #1 shank will fit. They are quite inexpensive and well worth the money.
My first one was from Sears (item# 00925356000, model# 25356). It has withstood a fair bit of abuse. I still use it.
My newest one is from Penn State Industries (item #: LCENTLT1).
I also have a 1/2" drill chuck. I picked mine up at a garage sale somewhere.
Penn State Industries has them in 3/8" (Item #: TM21) and 1/2" sizes (item #: LDC1MT)
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