Sure if it's in good shape, you can usually see how worn a mill/lathe is by inspecting the ways very carefully and look for differences. It should also have good oil fittings and preferably oil channels cut into the ways.
I will always give a

to investing in good tools. Taken care of can last a lifetime..
Wish I could say the same for my video card..or anything in my computer for that matter..

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