That thing is sweet! It'd be an odd piece of history to hold on to and I def wouldn't knock anyone for using it. It makes jigs for you about as much as any other tool we use. There is skill and knowledge involved in every tool you use which, in essence, makes them machines.
As long as you're comfortable then the automatic Shoot Down remarks just to be heard should go through ears.
G'luck on the bidding Rev!
If you get bored w it, I'll give you $15 for it!

Adam