I am getting tired of trying to use my dremel or hand drill, to drill straight holes. The other night I was drilling a small hole, the last one on a new build and wouldn't you know it the bit slipped as soon as the drill started to spin. Not a big deal but I would like to step up my game and good tools can make all the difference.
I am looking for a recommendation for a decent hobby drill press. I will likely use it infrequently however I am not afraid to spend a bit more for decent quality. Some issues I have noticed with drill presses is they tend to wobble, some more than others, also the mechanics of the drill moving up and down can have some play. I would like to eliminate as much of the sloppiness as much as possible, keeping within my budget.
What other features or issues should I be looking for or to avoid? If you have makes and or models that would be ideal. Also I am located in Canada so some models may not be available here. Budget is no more than $500.00 and I will consider used if anyone knows a good source in Canada, local to Toronto?
Thank you.
I am looking for a recommendation for a decent hobby drill press. I will likely use it infrequently however I am not afraid to spend a bit more for decent quality. Some issues I have noticed with drill presses is they tend to wobble, some more than others, also the mechanics of the drill moving up and down can have some play. I would like to eliminate as much of the sloppiness as much as possible, keeping within my budget.
What other features or issues should I be looking for or to avoid? If you have makes and or models that would be ideal. Also I am located in Canada so some models may not be available here. Budget is no more than $500.00 and I will consider used if anyone knows a good source in Canada, local to Toronto?
Thank you.
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