drill press suggestions - floor stand

[Terry Achey]

Looking to upgrade my bench top Delta 12" to a flloor stand model. I don't really need a high-end industrial model, but don't want to be disappointed with quality either. Any thoughts on the Delta 17"? Other suggestions?

Thanks,
Terry

[Peter Quadarella]

I'm very happy with the Steel City drill press. It's built to outlast me and has the longest quill travel in its class (6"). There's an offer on where you get a free laser too.

[Cary Falk]

I'm very happy with the Steel City drill press. It's built to outlast me and has the longest quill travel in its class (6"). There's an offer on where you get a free laser too.

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http://www.steelcitytoolworks.com/products/20520/20520_tool.jpg

[Ken Fitzgerald]

Terry,

A recommendation if I may. Regardless of what brand you buy, make sure it has at least a 4" quill travel.

I am at work right now but I believe I bought Jet....I don't remember if it's a 16" or a 17".

[Gary Herrmann]

Look at refurbished models. Full warranty and you can save a lot. I got a VS Delta for less than 300 a couple years ago.

[glenn bradley]

I was targeting the SCTW and would have gone that way but a Delta 17-950L came along at a great price. I spent the $200 I saved on a Woodpecker table and some other accessories. Had this deal not come along I would have the SCTW. I have never missed the 6" quill travel although that is one of the things that led me to the SCTW. The split head design is the other.

[Eddie Darby]

Right now I am looking myself at the Steel City or Delta as giving me the best bang for the buck.
The Steel City has a dismal puny table, so an upgrade is most likely called for, which a DIYer can easily do.

I use large forstner bits, so I look for a good low speed.