Used Equip/Gorton mill

> The real question is, "Do you want a milling machine, or do you want a project?"

> If you want the learning experience and project of rebuilding an old machine, have at it. But you WILL NOT save money unless the
> old equipment is ready to go as is, free shipping, etc. You can find a good Bridgeport or Bridgeport knock off for well under
> 3000, many times with digital readout, or tooling or some other accesories that make it a good deal.

It takes a lot of experience to spot the really worthwhile salvage. I still make the same mistakes even though I know better.
(i.e spending 350 bucks on refurb an old Rockwell belt sander) It sometimes helps to have an objective 3rd party to kill your
enthusiasm and make you look at the machine without the rose colored glasses.

Good Luck