I won't miss them. They never impressed me much, in a side-by-side daily comparison with Haas, and lost much respect when they couldn't put out a decent lathe.
I understand your sentimental, but they have been passed down so many times, they have no idea which way is up.
I would have never ever considered purchasing a new one. They've been dead to me for years.IMHO
Dollar for dollar I'd choose Haas every time (between Haas and Fadal). One of the guys I managed at my last shop was a die-hard Fadal guy, though. He'd go down swinging for Fadal. We'd all just laugh as the owners installed new Haas' every year. |