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The good news is that the cyclone coming towards us in Groote Eylandt, turned around to south [emoji28]


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Guys, despite the fact that I really wanted to have a real and proper drill press, I cannot deny that I would not use it daily and maybe not even weekly...
So... balancing drill press price,...

Thanks Chief Tiff for your comms. You are right, just not feasible flying to see the machines personally.
What would be a big bit in your opinion?
Also, can you please clarify the nomenclature...

Does anyone have a Sherwood (sold by Timbecon)?
I am looking at their top model:
https://www.timbecon.com.au/drilling/drill-presses-accessories/floor-heavy-duty-drill-press
Specs:
Motor Size:...

After reading a lot of opinions on the Bosch PBD 40 model, it seems to be very loud to me.
So I am still on the hunt business for a nice drill press...
Tried to find the Parken ones on eBay and Gum...

Yes, I gues I would change to a keyless chuck that goes to 1mm too. They do have a pedestal model for this one (90kg). As I am living in Groote Eylandt - NT at the moment, shipping would be too...

I had a look at the Waldown ones on eBay, but they seem to be too old to me.
As I don't work with wood as a profession and want to have a DP to perfect my projects, I will probably need something...

Thanks guys for your advice and tips.

What if I go to a budget of AUD1,000? Does it help to get rid of plays, wobbles and increase # of speeds, etc?

I can justify to the boss at home that it...

Hi everyone! This is my first post on WoodWork Forums :).

I am an enthusiastic DIY guy and I love tools. One thing that I always wanted to have is a quality-long-lasting drill press, but never...