For a shop that mills mostly aluminum and small steel parts and values fast spindle speeds, a worm-gear head tilt and a long warranty.
Precision Matthews $3,699.99 eBayThe Precision Matthews PM-728VT is the better milling machine overall, rated 3.6 to 3.1. The Precision Matthews PM-728VT leads on warranty and features. The Precision Matthews PM-728VT costs $320.01 less ($3,699.99 vs $4,020).
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For a home shop that wants the familiar G0704 design with a readout already fitted, bought direct from Grizzly.
Amazon $4,020 eBayWhich should you buy?
- Choose the Precision Matthews PM-728VT for warranty (5-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and features (R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head vs R8 spindle, digital readout, variable speed, tilting head).
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 | Precision Matthews PM-728VT | Grizzly G0759 7x27 Mill/Drill with DRO |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Price 25% | 17 $3,699.99 | 10 $4,020 |
| Table size 20% | 57 7 x 28 in table (196 sq in) | 53 7.1 x 26.6 in table (188 sq in) |
| Motor 15% | 52 746 W motor | 52 746 W motor |
| Features 30% | 85 R8 spindle, digital readout, brushless motor, variable speed, tilting head | 70 R8 spindle, digital readout, variable speed, tilting head |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 33 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Precision Matthews PM-728VT | Grizzly G0759 7x27 Mill/Drill with DRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Table | 7 x 28 in | 7.1 x 26.6 in |
| Longitudinal (X) travel | 19 in | 18.9 in |
| Cross (Y) travel | 10 in | 5.5 in |
| Head (Z) travel | 16 in | 11 in |
| Quill travel | 3 in | 2 in |
| Spindle and motor | ||
| Motor | 746 W (1 hp) | 746 W (1 hp) |
| Motor type | DC brushless, belt drive | 1 hp, 110 V, single phase |
| Brushless motor | Yes | - |
| Spindle speeds | 75 to 4,000 rpm | 50 to 2,250 rpm |
| Variable speed | Yes | Yes |
| Spindle taper | R8 | R8 |
| Head tilt | 90° each way | 90° each way |
| Features | ||
| Power feed | No | No |
| Digital readout | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 380 lb | 392 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | 1 year |
