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Unread 13-12-2011, 18:24
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On to my 16th year in FRC
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Re: Lathes and Mills

For what the G01619 costs you can do better on the used market. I'd prefer a round-column mill over that one. At home I have a machine very similar to the G3102 and it isn't bad at all. Mine is a 1970s Taiwan-made and does not have the worm drive on the quill. I picked it up for $500 used with a vise, collets, and some studs, nuts, and clamps.

Any businesses or other schools in the area closing up shop?
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