Just wondering where are some good places to look for a table top machinist lathe?

Thanks
Mike

For smaller but very high quality machines, I'd look at the Taig and Sherline.

There are larger and more feature oriented machines available from the orient. Micro Mark sells one, Grizzy, Jet, etc., all have similar versions.

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You can always try harbor freight tools if you are looking for something inexpensive. Although it is a bit more expensive, I would recommend you go to lathemaster.com Great machine with out breaking the bank for a high dollar unit.

Hi Sir, I think one of the best and cheapest places is on @#$%& just typ in search mini metal lathe or tid or what ever you are looking for sears unimt is what I use a untma 3 there is also tooling ect that can be had also new lathes the chinese ones I would stay away from and a person can also find a lot of hard to find replacement parts for older lathes on there also God Bless Jeff Rhonda and Kaya net pup

Most of it depends on what you think your going to do with it. if your thinking reel seat inserts then the little one from Harbor Freight will be just fine, but if your thinking reel seats, then you will need a higher quality machine. Always get one size up from what you think you need, the extra length and width will be nice to have when you need it.
Try to get one that has auto feed and thread making capabilities.