Bench Top Lathes???

I have an older South Bend 9" with a 42" bed, it also has a quick change gear box. I wish it had a 48" bed and larger hole through the spindle. I just bought a new 6 1/2" three jaw chuck, a new live center, new motor and put all new wicks in it. I also bought a Palmgren milling attachment, end mills and holder. I've used it a bunch but it's no substitute for a mill.

As mentioned you can do a lot of work on one, just have to be aware of it's limitations. I'd be lost without mine.