[crl1_1]

Hi, I'm gathering information on machine color preferences and the most durable paint type. If you were purchasing a mini milling machine, what color would you gravitate towards?

[CitizenOfDreams]

Red goes faster. :wave:

[crl1_1]

Red goes faster. :wave:

I like red, however, I feel like it is associated with Horror Freight Red.

[milo30]

I am more concerned that out is a rigid machine with quality parts than a cheap machine thats just a toy but looks pretty

[dazp1976]

I wouldn't bother with a mini mill at all.
Save your money up and get the next size up such as a G0704 or PM25 etc.

I now have both types and the difference is huge.

[Kenny Duval]

I'd buy the one in my garage that already has paint on it an the patina of use. You'll feel less bad when you crash it the first time.

[CitizenOfDreams]

I like red, however, I feel like it is associated with Horror Freight Red.

You mean, Hazard Fraught?

[crl1_1]

I ended up doing a grey color, I know horror freight are not the best machines but I did my best to make it rigid

[crl1_1]

here is a short video doing a cut about 15mm deep and 2mm stepover

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https://youtu.be/FGe-TRCrytg

[Zenji]

Tractor grey is popular for old lathes, tracor blue might seem a bit more modern.

[warrenb]

I paint everything the same color as scratched up oily paint. It helps hide all the scratches and oil stains.