I am considering ordering the G0759. It seems to be a bargain with the DRO. However, I have one misgiving about the machine. Perhaps owners of the G0759 and of the G0704 would comment.
These mills' spindle travel is only 2 inches. Other mills in the same size/price range and even smaller ones have spindle travels of 3 to 4 inches. How limiting have users found this to be? I know, I know, "it depends upon what you want to make". I just want to hear others' experiences with this limitation. Also, if you need a tool travel of more than 2 inches, is it OK to use the Z-axis hand wheel to achieve this?
Thanks for your responses.