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Thanks Bob & Masonvillengines, Stoker.
I am not a total novice at machining, just not use to a big mill. i am fully aware of the cost of buying nice equipment and yes, my wish list for the mill is almost doubled by the add on tools. I know its not a cnc mill & that I will need to do all the work and layout. A DRO kind of sounds like a GPS,it can get you where you wanna go, but don't trust it completely & keep your wits about you.I have come to the conclusion that a really nice precision mill vise is imperative (dang they're expensive though) the mill I'm looking at is large (850lbs) w/base, 1100 lbs.
What is a good mill vise for the money ? I know of Kurt & Glacern vises, I prefer not to mortgage the house for a vice.