Doesn't an R8 taper pretty much release itself when the draw bar is removed, whereas mt tapers need a tap with something? (or a whack if the draw bar was too tight)
No, R8 still needs a sharp tap to release 99.99999% of the time.
Kind regards,
Scott
If I had that sort of dish to spend on a mill I think I'd be looking at a quality second hand unit like a Bridgeport from a reputable dealer.