Sears 124.34986 17" Drill Press?

[Greatwhitewing]

I can't find much in the way of useful reviews or capabilities

Worth $250 new in box? I have a contact with the manufacturer and saw one boxed, shrink wrapped on a shelf waiting to be adopted.

Any info you might have be appreciated too if you have any

Plan for 90% use on wood with rare occasions for metal uses

 

[exmaxima1]

Looks like the parts are interchangeable with Rikon presses, so that should give you an idea of the quality. Not too bad, and $250 is fair for a brand new 17" drill press. If it has the speed range you need, it's worth taking a look at it.

 

[Greatwhitewing]

Looks like the parts are interchangeable with Rikon presses, so that should give you an idea of the quality. Not too bad, and $250 is fair for a brand new 17" drill press. If it has the speed range you need, it's worth taking a look at it.

Well that's reassuring since Rikon made it for Sears. They are in my state so I was there yesterday picking up my band saw. Joe there is a great guy

Saw about 40-50 band saws that were backordered being readied to head out to anxious customers