The decision to order this machine over a cheaper 7x14 lathe, was its full metal gears that drive the leadscrew and its speed DRO.... I'm not disappointed and certainly think this was a great buy! The machine arrived earlier than expected and in a wooden crate (a nice touch I thought). Overall the build looks great, very sturdy and definitely heavy. Everything works as it should. The only noticeable things are the tail stock brake needs adjusting, the tailstock quill is a bit stiff and the machine is covered in what seems to be grit - all of which were easily solved. I’ve used the machine a few times now and am very happy with the results it yields. One thing to keep in mind though, is that this machine is not precision, but then it never claims to be. What it claims, it delivers.