Just when I thought I had finished making decisions on what to get, Rockler goes and takes $400 off the Nova. Now what do I do? The original plan was to hold out until I got my funds in order, drive down to the PA Grizzly store (now closing!!!) from Syracuse, NY to save $200 on a freight charge, and grab the G0766. I want the 22" swing for turning bigger sized bass drums. Well, because they are closing that store, I have no choice but to spend the extra money on the freight, bringing the grand total for just the lathe to at least $1700. The Nova has a nice 16" swing over bed, but recommends not turning anything over 17" outboard. But the price is now down to $1000 at the Rockler store, which I believe Rochester, NY has one, so I can cut out the shipping charge there. The Nova will allow us to up production on our smaller sized diameter drums, but we will still need to get something bigger sometime down the road.
I've read reviews for both machines, and it seems everyone loves both. Now, I cant decide which to get!!!