Mark V 520 vs Mark 7 PowerPro

[wa2crk]

Reverse,reverse and more reverse. The Power Pro can be reversed!! That can be very useful when sanding.
Bill V

[BobCoates1953]

IMO Not owning either but at 10er, I looked at the price difference between the two and if I am reading it correctly it is only 400. If you plan to use the lathe and turn bowls or vases, or other than spindle turnings I would suggest the power pro for its lower speed. In some cases 750 is a bit fast for out of balanced turnings. If you want to sand what you turn, 730 is also fast.

[DLB]

Another factor to consider is resale value. From what I've seen Mark 7s hold their value much better than 520's, at least for the first several years. A simple matter of supply and demand in the used market.

- David