Drill Press or Drill Press Stand?

[FactoryStock54]

I've known for a while that I will need a drill press or drill press stand for some up-coming projects. Mainly I'll need to do some fairly precise drilling and boring.

I've been looking at options and would appreciate any experience-based feedback you might have to offer.

I note from some user reviews that the drill press stands for adapting rotary tools (like Dremel or Proxon) can be a bit flimsy and rather imprecise. . .

On the other hand, I can't see spending $200 for a mini drill press that I'll be using relatively little. I suppose if I could add a flex-shaft attachment (which would keep my Dremel tool free for other uses) such an investment would be mnore realistic.

What brands/models and accessories would you recommend?

thanks in advance

[CAL]

If I had the money it would be a Sherline Mill, with out a doubt.

[MR BIGGS]

This is where I get all my stuff from. They also have a few cheaper one's too. You just got to look around.

http://search.harborfreight.com/cpisearch/...l&Submit=Go

[bobss396]

I have a full size Bridgeport mill at home, so I'm covered for drilling. You might score a decent one at Lowes or Home Depot, who used to have a nice Delta for a good price. Also check Sears. There's always your local Craigs List where you might find a nice used one for a good price.

The table top ones should work out unless you're also planning on doing bigger work with it. For what you want, make sure the table will has slots in it so you can dog down a small vise to it.

Bob

[FactoryStock54]

Thanks for the info/input!

I'd definitely like to learn more about using a milling machine.

[MikeMc]

Hit the pawn shops......lotsa good tool buys now!

[Jairus]

Hit the pawn shops......lotsa good tool buys now!

I agree with Mike!

This drill press was purchased at a Garage Sale for $10. It is variable speed and sits comfortably on the top of my workbench.

The Chuck was missing when I got it so I called a tool repair shop and they had one for.... you guessed: $10.

Total cost: $20.

The usefulness of this item: priceless!