[sdiy] Drill Press Recommendations?

[Nathan Wooster]

I bought a basic Ryobi 10" press for these applications, I think it was 
around $80.  The main feature that I looked for was that it would be deep 
enough to drill to the center of a MOTM sized panel.  I use it with a step 
drill bit when drilling aluminum.  I also use it for basic woodworking 
tasks, and have tried it with forstner bits and drum sanders.  I'm pretty 
happy with it, its a nice step up from a handheld drill.

Nathan

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Sam Ecoff" <secoff at execpc.com>
To: "Synth DIY" <synth-diy at dropmix.xs4all.nl>
Sent: Saturday, September 13, 2008 11:56 PM
Subject: [sdiy] Drill Press Recommendations?


> Hi All,
>
> I'm in the market for a drill press, but admittedly don't know what I 
> should be looking for feature-wise. I'm interested in a drill press  for 
> making front panels, but also for woodworking projects (and  possibly the 
> occasional rack rail). Given the modest amount of time  I'll spend using 
> it, I probably don't want to spend over $400 for it,  but would certainly 
> consider a cheaper benchtop model if anyone has a  recommendation.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Sam E.
>
> p.s. -- also.., I figured this was already covered at one point on the 
> list, but even after checking out the list's homepage, I can't figure  out 
> how to search the archive. Did I just miss the info?
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