Thoughts on this?

I've no experience with them but I've always read that they are neither a good lathe nor a good mill.
 
This appears to be the G0729 currently selling for $2450. I agree with the above comments. A combo machine is usually not as good the separate machines. However, there may be a valid reason for one. Certainly, if you're hurting for space would be one. As to the value, it would depend on the extras. The stand has to be worth a few hundred. What is the rest. Check out the Grizzly website for what's included and you can download the user manual to get a better idea as to what the machine is.
 
Not the one that I had but generally not a good deal. Maybe $500 and take the mill off but you can get a Grizzly 10x22 lathe new for $1400.

John
 
Dhal22 said:
I keep watching and a too good to pass up bargain will pop up someday............

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South Bend 10" x 48" Lathe - tools - by owner - sale

Nice operating South Bend Lathe. Comes with many extras
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Seems like about the high end of market pricing on that one, not a steal. Decently equipped, lacks a taper attachment and collet closer assy. Older, single tumbler QCGB. Coolant capability is of questionable value to a hobbyist. Remember that 48 in. is bed length, between centers is more like 24 in. Condition of the ways and spindle bearings is critical. Spindle bore is also a consideration, Heavy 10L will have 1-3/8, 10R is significantly smaller.
 
Thank you for the summary.
 
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