A Taiwan lathe worked for me.
As a beginner, I did some damage to it while I was learning.
When I got past that stage I bought something else.
In fact, the first lathe (Lantaine) was very good for the time I had it.

Jordan

F. Hayek wrote:

I'm wondering what brand and model of lathe and milling machines someone
starting out should consider? I want to make parts for automotive,
motorcycle and gunsmithing use. I'm not talking about engine boring
here, just bushings clamps, brackets. I see a lot of Chinese machines at
Grizzly, Harbor Freight and Jet are they worth it? Thanks

Fred