Thanks to all for the iput. Between a lathe an a milling machine which would you consider the one that should first be purchased. I'm leaning towards the mill and continue to farm out barrel work until funds permit a purchase. Also the shop I have unfortunately has wood flooring and I'm told that is a definite no for heavy tooling. I have pondered pouring isolated concrete slabs where I intend the machines to be. Any thoughts on this.

thanks