[ChuckBarnett]

I'm looking for advice for a friend who is considering a drill press. its a mark 1 drilling machine says it was made in Taiwan. Model #C114X.

http://bellingham.craigslist.org/tls/3831087123.html

Anybody have an opinion about this? Thank you, very much, guys.

Chuck Barnett

 

[Joeb41]

Looks like it's in the same class as a Harbor Freight. I wouldn't pay more than $100. for it.

 

[SeniorSitizen]

It's missing two features that's important in a woodworking shop. 1) quill lock and 2) depth stop. There are better drill presses for less money.

 

[ChuckBarnett]

He ended up giving $100 for the drill press. ...Makes me feel pretty smug about the old craftsman I got for the same money a month ago.

 

[Phil Hill]

I know this is an old thread but in case someone is looking at a used one...

It's missing two features that's important in a woodworking shop. 1) quill lock and 2) depth stop. There are better drill presses for less money.

Not true. I have one. It has both a quill lock and a depth stop and a built in light. They are built into the handle mechanism and is a lot more handy than the lock nut system. It is a good solid machine. Not sure you'll find a better machine for less money.

 

[DanB8]

Hi, I recently came across a Mark 1 drilling machine model C112X. Was wondering if anyone might know how to get a manual for it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!