ORIGINAL: build light
I realise this is a pretty old thread but it relates to my needs. How much do one of these things weigh?
Is it reasonably accurate? I am not planning on doing critical engine work just general modeling purposes.
Robert
Robert,
My Craftsman 1/2" drill press weighs about 25-30 lb... Found it on sale for $45 and had a Sears warranty... no brainer. Sears runs sales about once every two or three months, so if you're in no hurry, suggest you add them to your list.
When I was looking for a drill press, I checked out a fair number, including Harbor Freight. IMO, the quality control on the "offshore" versions is so - so, but if you get one that runs straight and the spindle doesn't wobble, it's accurate and pretty bulletproof for modeling use...
Suggest taking a small square and a long drill to the store and ensuring the spindle runs true and operates truly vertical and straight with no sideways slop in the spindle bearings, and that all the controls operate freely but snugly. Should be good to go at that point..
Cheers!
Jim