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    South Bend drill press "Precision Model" (added another drill press December 2024)

    Hoorn!! I just picked up similar model 14 8 4a!!! I'm really excited,it's my first and last drill press!! Mine has a hinged rear pulley cover that doesn't sit quite right but I think I can figure out how to get it together! Thanks for such an informative thread! I'll put up some pics once I grab...
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    South Bend drill press

    Packard! I debated mentioning the laser for negative comments it might invite,lol! Thanks so much for your insight,I just came back and although he pulled the " someone's coming over to look at it later" number I got him down to 225. I snagged it,it's got character!!!! I'll post pics when I grab...
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    South Bend drill press

    I finally decided to purchase a drill press, not that I do alot of machining but it would come in handy from time to time. I saw a South Bend model 14 8 4a listed locally for 350. I thought it might be cool to have and possibly restore. What are some things I should look for when inspecting the...
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