If I needed a mill or lathe to use on occasion I would look for good used equipment in or around your area.
Do yourself a favor if you can (not sure of your market size or depth,)
find a used Bridgeport, Lagun, ProMax (Taiwan,) Acer, or Kent (UK Made) Mill. it will make your life much easier in Stainless. Lathes: Mori Seki, Hardindge, Clausing, Cadillac, Victor (Engine Lathe Only).
If you have access to buy these used I would put hem over the newer lighter duty machines you are considering, for ease of use and years of dependable service. |