woodfast lathe/durden alternative?
I also saw the article but I also know that Wolfenden in Airport West Victoria has a Durden Series 300 for sale at 30% off - he is closing the saleroom down next week I think. It is around the $2100 mark.
The durden has 1000mm between centres, 310mm swing over bed, and a swing through gap of 460 mm diameter x 130mm plus various other bits of data which I can give you if you wish to PM me - or get in touch with Wolfenden's. (I have no commercial interest in Wolfenden's - just live nearby!)
regards,