Delta DP 220 what's it worth?

[fehren2800]

I found a drill press for sale locally and was wondering what would be a decent price for a Delta DP220 in decent working order. It is the floor model.

Thanks.

 

[Zeke]

I had one of those at one time. Pretty basic but very cool tool. Myself, I'd pay 200 for a nice one. Be sure to check the play in the quill.

 

[fehren2800]

Thanks. I found one for a little less than that. I haven't looked at it yet, still waiting to hear back from the seller as to when I can go look at it.

 

[zkling]

Depends on model configuration and what "decent" condition means. They are a pretty lite press, ~3/8" max

 

[Can I try?]

I have one. I bought it locally from an ad on CL. I paid $75, the asking price. Beautiful shape - all original, clean table, no play, and even came with the optional retirement lamp. Sold by the son of the original owner. I was looking for one, and probably would have paid up to $200 for the right one. This one just happened to come along. It is a relatively "lightweight" press, but it's still worlds better than anything you can buy new in that price range.

 

[tool_scrounge]

They are pretty good home drill presses. Please note the had two different options - the slow and high speed version (different spindle pulleys). If there is a lot of gap between the spindle pulley and the front cover, that is the high speed version. I like the low speed version as it is better for drilling metal.

 

[fehren2800]

Thanks for the info. Hope to pick this up over the weekend.