Is this a good price?

[williammcneely]

http://eastnc.craigslist.org/tls/4286760080.html

Delta - Milwaukee Drill Press - $120 (Sea Level)

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Delta bench top drill press in good condition, new motor and switch. Very heavy, American Made, old school drill press. 120.00

 

[srmofo]

seems a little high to me, likely because of the new motor. If the bearings are in good shape and its not a POS motor Id say its an alright buy, but if someone worked it hard enough to wear a motor out, the bearing are probably pretty worn as well.

Also, is that the original handle? I dont believe I have ever seen one like that. Looks like a good idea though, shorten it up as needed for quicker travel.

Edit try these pictures

 

[plow]

I'd hit it.

 

[Rookie2]

do another search in your area , there is at least 3 more a lot newer and cheaper !

 

[williammcneely]

Didnt really want a new one. I want an older heavy made unit.

 

[justanengineer]

If it was a floor model Id say its a fair price, for a bench model, nope. Notice I said fair, not good.

Agreed, old iron is much better, but that doesnt make it rare or valuable. The yuppies keep the Chinese plastic drill manufacturers in business.

 

[Ron Fletcher]

So-so. Maybe a little high. But if you really want it, it isn't all that outrageous.

 

[Richard D]

I bet he'll take $100. What else will $100 buy nowadays?