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Based on FrankLee's experience I decided to paint rather than sand the flat portion of the base. Went with a non-traditional "Oasis Blue." I like it. I got everything back together last night. It's hard to believe this machine is over 70 years old (Craftsman model 100 from 1947 with a...

Hi all. Thanks for the great information in this thread. I recently purchased a late 1940s Craftsman 100 model 103.23140 drill press that I am in the process of getting back to working order. I am trying to decide if I should paint the base in its entirety or sand and polish the slotted flat...