Consider adding the Laguna 1216 to your list. All the features of their 2436 model, in a smaller package, for $6XX. I have a 2436 and a 1016. They’re both great from my perspective and a good value especially if you catch a sale!
My first recommendation would be Laguna's new Revo 1216. It has a 12" swing, will do 16" outboard, 1hp, variable speed, bolt on accessories available and very well built for a great price.
The colt SMC 350 is a good German manufactured lathe. I like it. Not well known is the USA. 14” swing, electronic variable speed, 3/4 hp motor. Both Arizona Silouette and Bradly Mcalister are selling them for $749.
Robust American Beauty lathe, 25” swing, electronic variable speed 80-3000 RPM
Colt SML-350 14” midi-lathe, electronic variable speed 80-3700 RPM
'73 52" Rockwell-Delta Unisaw, 14" Variable speed Jet bandsaw, 6" Jet Jointer, 20" Dewalt scrollsaw, 15" Craftsman drill press
Tinkerer and woodturner
1,475 mi SSW of Steve Schlumpf