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Re: New benchtop mill
Why benchtop when you have budget for a knee mill? Is tooling factored into the budget? A knee mill isn't much more of a footprint on the largest benchtop type.

PM-940 from machinetoolonline.com would be my recommendation if you have to get a benchtop type. Ask about getting a variable speed spindle for it. PM-935 knee mill is made in Taiwan and would be even better if you can swing it. Both are 240V.

Enco has yearly 25% off sales that include machinery with free shipping. You could get a great deal on one of the knee mills if you sign up for their newsletter. I believe the Turn-Pro brand is Taiwanese.
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