Hi, I am new here but have been getting a lot of great feedback from the folks at the South Bend forum. I am wanting to buy a metal lathe and found a SBL 10L. The consensus is that the 2100.00 price tag might be a little steep for what it comes with. I am not a lathe restorer or collector, and do not use one a lot. I build tactical robots in my spare time and need one for making bushings, sleeves, axles, etc. The SBL I found is local but I am concerned about the condition. I am not apposed to buying a new one, but I cannot afford an expesive one. I am looking at 2500.00 - 3000.00. I was afraid to mention the words JET, Birmingham, Central Machinery, and so on on that forum. I got buy for the last 5 years with a Shoptask 3-1 machine but need something with a longer bed. I am looking at a a 12 X 36 or a 13 X 40. Has anyone had any experience wit these off brand machines that can point me towards or away from one or the other? Thanks, Mike