Advice on the value/utility of a Bridgeport model "J" Vertical Milling Machine

I have a Bridgeport model "J" Vertical Milling Machine, 1 HP motor 220-3-60 volts, Serial No. BR-81273 (circa 1965), head J-75298, 42" table, 12" vertical knee, with model "E" Shaping attachment, 1/3 HP motor 110-1-60 volts, Serial No. E-11267. I've kept this machine for many years just in case I might need it, but I'm thinking now I should give it up and reclaim the floor space. My neighbor, who is a used machinery rebuilder/dealer isn't interested. He says it's too old, so there's no...

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