Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand
#9 in Bench millsFull review
The default choice for a home shop R8 mill with room for real parts, best bought direct.
Amazon $2,840 eBay$2,840
The Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand is the better milling machine overall, rated 3.3 to 3.3. The Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand leads on features. The Precision Matthews PM-727M wins on warranty. The Precision Matthews PM-727M costs $141 less ($2,699 vs $2,840).
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Precision Matthews PM-727M
#10 in Bench millsFull review
For a machinist who wants a heavy, simple 7x27 R8 mill and would rather change belts and gears than pay for variable speed.
Precision Matthews $2,699 eBay$2,699
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand for features (R8 spindle, digital readout, variable speed, tilting head vs R8 spindle, tilting head).
- Choose the Precision Matthews PM-727M for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every bench mills milling machine; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand | Precision Matthews PM-727M |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Price 25% | 39 $2,840 | 44 $2,699 |
| Table size 20% | 53 7.1 x 26.6 in table (188 sq in) | 57 7.1 x 27.5 in table (196.1 sq in) |
| Motor 15% | 52 746 W motor | 52 746 W motor |
| Features 30% | 70 R8 spindle, digital readout, variable speed, tilting head | 35 R8 spindle, tilting head |
| Warranty 10% | 33 1-year warranty | 100 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Grizzly G0704 7x27 Mill/Drill with Stand | Precision Matthews PM-727M | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Table | 7.1 x 26.6 in | 7.1 x 27.5 in |
| Longitudinal (X) travel | 18.9 in | 15 in |
| Cross (Y) travel | 6.9 in | 8.5 in |
| Head (Z) travel | - | 16 in |
| Quill travel | - | 3 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 746 W (1 hp) | 746 W (1 hp) |
| Motor type | - | AC, belt drive |
| Brushless motor | - | No |
| Spindle speeds | 50 to 2,250 rpm | 115 to 1,700 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | No |
| Spindle taper | R8 | R8 |
| Head tilt | 90° each way | 90° each way |
| Features | ||
| Power feed | - | No |
| Digital readout | Yes | No |
| Weight | 372 lb | 475 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years |