Great video. I was just teaching drill press safety to my middle school technology and engineering class...looks like they will get to see this video tomorrow! Thanks!
I like you're "Mere-mini" series. While they cover the basics, I still tend to learn something from it. I do CAD drafting for a millwork company and having knowledge of how woodworking is actually done is so valuable. Thanks for doing what you do!
Don't forget that you can also use the drill press for drilling repeated angled holes accurately, maybe for making hooks (angled dowels in wall plate) I've also used mine as a mini lathe, turning small disks etc, just a nut and bolt through the work, and make sure to rest the tools somewhere while cutting. And here's a tip if you're always losing the chuck key, attach a neodymium magnet to the side ;)
please do more of these basic tool run-throughs. you have no idea how useful this stuff is for beginners like me. Just that part about when to use a fast drill speed and a slow drill speed was a great learning moment for me.
Thanks for covering these basics, Steve! For those of us who are new to the hobby, they can be really helpful. I have the exact same drill press as you, and didn't even realize it had a depth stop!
Really enjoying the mere mini videos. Keep up the great work on this as well as all that you do. I look forward every week to catching your videos and if I ever get all the way to the other side of the country again which I have not been there in 30 years since I was 3 im gonna come see you and hang out in your shop.
I always enjoy your helpful videos. You have a great personality for doing these sense you keep it lite with some humor..Even my wife likes watching your videos with me..LOL
Thanks for sharing that. I have a basic knowledge of tools, but these explanations really help me out on determining if I need to purchase another tool. Thanks Steve!
Great series of tips in this Mere Mini...especially about adding the larger table. I just did that for my drill press (couple of short videos on Keek) and it is brilliant. Cheers, -- John
Thanks helped make up my mind.Always used a drill with a home made jig to bore 35 mil. holes for European hinges. Its a pain if you have a lot of doors.
Thanks for the info & demonstration. I think the Drill Press is essential tool for the wood worker shop. Mine is a small version and not much good. I like your Roybi larger size also that improvement of the platform . I'll be getting a larger one soon. Great Video.
At 0:08 you say "for boring perfectly straight holes". Isn't it the drill BIT that gives you perfectly straight holes? Perhaps you meant perfectly perpendicular holes? LOL Either way, your vids are really good for the beginner......keep it up
I was thinking of getting a oscillating spindle sander before a drill press, but after seeing that a drill press can act as a spindle sander (without the oscillation). I believe my next tool will be the drill press. The oscillating spindle sander seems like a luxury now.
Also when you tighten you bits on the chuck, you need to use the three holes becaus each of this hole makes your bit straight in the chuck so that way your bit won't wabble when you drill.
Very handy video. I have acquired a drill press and I've only used it a couple of times. makes me want to go out and see if my handle has a way to do those adjustments as well. Glad you did a video on this. I will have to go watch your video about doing your first project on your drill press and go out there and use it.
Nice demonstration, I loved it. Just trying to think about which company makes the drill press I'd like to have in the shop. It's convenient and I'm making natural bee housing, so would be nice to set the depth and spacing exactly. Thumbs UP all the way.
I just ordered one of the Bosch bench top drills cause it was half price on Amazon. Probably barely going to use it. But at the price I couldn’t resist.
Hey Steve, it's been years since my last comment.. In the meantime I moved to the states (Denver, CO), bought a house with my wife (so know I have the wonderful woodshop potential that comes with having a garage) and have very recently picked up wood projects again. Got a brand new drill press, a brand new spade bit, and a piece of pine wood. Whenever I drill into it, it starts smoking and chars the wood (even if I add oil designed for cooling drill bits). I am using the default speed the press came with. I assume it's the speed, but it sure does look like it is spinning awefuly slow.. Would be nice to have a video about woodworking goofs like that and how to avoid them :)
I have a drill press but it's an antique and it doesn't have all that fancy stuff like a "depth stop" or a "motor". It's got a crank and a flywheel and a ratchet to push the bit down. The variable speed is slow or extra slow, depending on how fast I feel like cranking the handle.
Hey Steve. Great video. Do you have a video or any suggestions on building a drill press table? I just purchased a drill press last month and agree the table is to small.
Great video, Steve! Care to mention what tasks can't be done without a drill press? I would also say to check the throw(?) on a planned purchase. I bought a bench top drill press that won't quite go down far enough to completely drill through a pen blank. Fortunately, I figured out how to do it on the lathe.
I just bought a drill press for a specific project I'm working on for a client. I didn't even realize that you could adjust the speed on it. Thanks for sharing as this is my first time using the drill press. Can you share plans for your wood table and fence for it? I have been trying to deal with the tiny table that comes with it, but it really is inadequate. Thanks for sharing!!!
Hey, Adorei a forma com q qual você usou a ferramenta de lixar. Como não tenho lixadeira de disco, isso ajuda muito. Hey, I love the way you use sand tool. As I don't have any disc sander this one definitely helps a lot!
Do you have instructions for your drill table? I know it seems to be simple. I inherited an old drill press and can’t wait to figure out how to use it.
Having just bought a press, I am interested if you can do a short video on how to make a table with a fence like in your video. Mine came with a small fence with a moveable stop, but it doesn't feel secure at all. Also, as always, another great video.
I'm just starting to look into getting a drill press. I work on many projects drilling porcelain and have been doing it all manually. I don't mind the strong arms I'm getting but would really like an easier and faster solution. This seems to be the solution I'm looking for. What is a good starter drill press? Brand, size, and drill bits specifically. Do any companies rent them out? I've been looking around the internets but haven't found much other than how to's. Please and thank you for your time everyone!
Great video. I was just teaching drill press safety to my middle school technology and engineering class...looks like they will get to see this video tomorrow! Thanks!
I like you're "Mere-mini" series. While they cover the basics, I still tend to learn something from it. I do CAD drafting for a millwork company and having knowledge of how woodworking is actually done is so valuable. Thanks for doing what you do!
A 2:40 second instructional video on a drill press...best one I have ever seen. Well done.
Very well done indeed!
Don't forget that you can also use the drill press for drilling repeated angled holes accurately, maybe for making hooks (angled dowels in wall plate)
I've also used mine as a mini lathe, turning small disks etc, just a nut and bolt through the work, and make sure to rest the tools somewhere while cutting.
And here's a tip if you're always losing the chuck key, attach a neodymium magnet to the side ;)
please do more of these basic tool run-throughs. you have no idea how useful this stuff is for beginners like me. Just that part about when to use a fast drill speed and a slow drill speed was a great learning moment for me.
What a brilliant straight to the point video other you tubers could learn a lot from your presentation
yeah... this was youtube 10 years ago...
I did not know about the sander bit. That's pretty damn cool.
One of the best channels on youtube Steve! Super inforative, super fun, and simple, You're a blessing to the world
No waste of time, the simplest explanation ever, thanks.
Thanks for covering these basics, Steve! For those of us who are new to the hobby, they can be really helpful. I have the exact same drill press as you, and didn't even realize it had a depth stop!
That drum-sander thing was new to me. Thank you for the idea!
I never thought I would use it as much as I have when I was thinking about buying one. On the top 5 most used tools in my shop.
Good video. Covers the basics for folks who are unfamiliar with the machine.
could you do a video about what to look for in a drill press? Any recomendations as for as hp, spindle travel, throw, bench top vs floor model, etc.?
Old American iron that's as solid as a rock works for me. If you are buying sued, you may want to check for "run out."
Thanks for that very informational and succinct video. I'm new to wood working and just learning about the diverse set of tools. Great job!
I wish all instructional videos were as great as this one , Kudos sir . Thank you
Got my first drill press today. LOVE IT!
Thank you for the simple yet informative explanation of the drill press. I'm looking into getting my first one and this helps.
Just purchased one. Finishing up a mounting stand for use in my little shop.
I finally went out and bought a drill press because it seemed every DIY project requires it. Glad I finally did.
Just the woodworking snack I needed this afternoon. I like this format. Now back to work. I like this format ... did I say that ?
Really enjoying the mere mini videos. Keep up the great work on this as well as all that you do. I look forward every week to catching your videos and if I ever get all the way to the other side of the country again which I have not been there in 30 years since I was 3 im gonna come see you and hang out in your shop.
First thing to do when you get a drill press is wipe some wax on the pole so it doesn't get covered with rust like 99% of them are after about a year.
Nothing like a well polished pole....(bad i know)
Chris Hachet 😂😂😂😂😂😂that's what she said 😂😂😂😂😂
What kind of wax?
@@Laffy1345 hahahahahahahaha
That was cool. Especially the drum sanding part.
I always enjoy your helpful videos. You have a great personality for doing these sense you keep it lite with some humor..Even my wife likes watching your videos with me..LOL
Thanks for sharing that. I have a basic knowledge of tools, but these explanations really help me out on determining if I need to purchase another tool. Thanks Steve!
49'ers T-shirt, Raiders sticker on the drill press, classic. Love the Mere Minis Steve, as always, thank you.
Nicely done, this would go well with my Maker 101 series!
I don't know... Your tutorials are simply the best 😊
Wow, I have a similar Ryobi drill press and I feel like I was just schooled on a tool I've had for years. Excellent work!
Great series of tips in this Mere Mini...especially about adding the larger table. I just did that for my drill press (couple of short videos on Keek) and it is brilliant.
Cheers,
-- John
gotta have one - can't live without it - right up there with table saw, vise, grinding wheel....
Thanks helped make up my mind.Always used a drill with a home made jig to bore 35 mil. holes for European hinges.
Its a pain if you have a lot of doors.
Just ordered a baby grizzly drill press. Thanks for the quick hits Steve! Loving the new podcast as well. 🙏
Finally I see why everyone has a drill press. Thanks :-)
As a beginner woodworker, I really liked this vid. Please do one for the Bandsaw as well. I am currently using a jigsaw...
Thanks for the info & demonstration. I think the Drill Press is essential tool for the wood worker shop. Mine is a small version and not much good. I like your Roybi larger size also that improvement of the platform . I'll be getting a larger one soon. Great Video.
I’m really diggin’ these “mere mini” videos.
At 0:08 you say "for boring perfectly straight holes". Isn't it the drill BIT that gives you perfectly straight holes? Perhaps you meant perfectly perpendicular holes? LOL Either way, your vids are really good for the beginner......keep it up
Great and simple video, nice explanation. Keep up the great job.
Greeting from Brazil.
I never knew about the speed adjustment!!! I'll have to go check mine !
I was thinking of getting a oscillating spindle sander before a drill press, but after seeing that a drill press can act as a spindle sander (without the oscillation). I believe my next tool will be the drill press. The oscillating spindle sander seems like a luxury now.
Also when you tighten you bits on the chuck, you need to use the three holes becaus each of this hole makes your bit straight in the chuck so that way your bit won't wabble when you drill.
I have used mine to turn pens. Worked pretty good.
I need one now. Thanks Steve.
Nice video. Thank you Steve.
Very handy video. I have acquired a drill press and I've only used it a couple of times. makes me want to go out and see if my handle has a way to do those adjustments as well. Glad you did a video on this. I will have to go watch your video about doing your first project on your drill press and go out there and use it.
Thanks for the tutorial Steve.
very useful... I am glad I subscribed your channel... I didn't know the speed adjustment and the stop knob. Now everything will be easier for me ;)
I liked your explaining video, very helpfull for those like me that want to learn about woodwording. THANKS!
Nice demonstration, I loved it. Just trying to think about which company makes the drill press I'd like to have in the shop. It's convenient and I'm making natural bee housing, so would be nice to set the depth and spacing exactly. Thumbs UP all the way.
I just love the mere minuts, they're great! :)
I know what is is. I know if I need one. I just clicked because I enjoy your videos haha.
Loving these "mere minis" videos
Good explanation steve.
Wooden Tool Man ii
Wooden Tool Man I
great video. Great idea for a new mere mini series! I would enjoy more tool explanations!!
Another great one Steve
I just ordered one of the Bosch bench top drills cause it was half price on Amazon. Probably barely going to use it. But at the price I couldn’t resist.
Thanks for this Steve - I'm just about to purchase a pillar drill so this is very useful - Cheers
Wonderful info! I am going to make a table for my press. Do you have any videos on how to do that?
Always BRAVO Steve!
Do you have a video on how you made the wooden top/adjustable fence for your drill press?
excelente tus videos son didacticos he seguido varios proyectos y los he realizado gracias, saludos desde salina cruz oaxaca mexico
Thanks Steve
Any chance of some detail on how you made your drill press table, and what improvements you might make?
Steve,
I'm enjoying the Mere Mini segments, please keep them coming.
Regards,
Bob
Thanks, Steve. Good stuff.
I enjoyed the video! Thanks!
Good info Steve, cheers.
I live in the bay area also, love your videos!
Hey Steve, do you have a video that shows how you make your table for the drill press (etc)? If not, could you consider making one?
Great Steve. Thanks.
What about the rusty pole?
Thank you very much for your help and time thank you
thank you for sharing this do you have a video on how you mad the table with the fance ?
Hey Steve, it's been years since my last comment..
In the meantime I moved to the states (Denver, CO), bought a house with my wife (so know I have the wonderful woodshop potential that comes with having a garage) and have very recently picked up wood projects again.
Got a brand new drill press, a brand new spade bit, and a piece of pine wood. Whenever I drill into it, it starts smoking and chars the wood (even if I add oil designed for cooling drill bits). I am using the default speed the press came with. I assume it's the speed, but it sure does look like it is spinning awefuly slow..
Would be nice to have a video about woodworking goofs like that and how to avoid them :)
I really like your table and fence. Could you explain how the fence locks?
+Ampix0 He made a video on it: watch?v=LWn1lRTuOlk
I'm going to start a candle holder factory. :)
Can you do a table saw safety demonstration, like how to install the blade guard and riveting knife, and making a feather board.
Outstanding video!
Awesome like always
Very Entertaining and informative video , thank you
I have a drill press but it's an antique and it doesn't have all that fancy stuff like a "depth stop" or a "motor". It's got a crank and a flywheel and a ratchet to push the bit down. The variable speed is slow or extra slow, depending on how fast I feel like cranking the handle.
Hey Steve. Great video. Do you have a video or any suggestions on building a drill press table? I just purchased a drill press last month and agree the table is to small.
Very good!!! Thanks
Great video, Steve! Care to mention what tasks can't be done without a drill press? I would also say to check the throw(?) on a planned purchase. I bought a bench top drill press that won't quite go down far enough to completely drill through a pen blank. Fortunately, I figured out how to do it on the lathe.
The term is "quill stroke" and many table drill presses have a very limited one..
Great video. Could you also use it for routing? Like the drum sander?
I just bought a drill press for a specific project I'm working on for a client. I didn't even realize that you could adjust the speed on it. Thanks for sharing as this is my first time using the drill press. Can you share plans for your wood table and fence for it? I have been trying to deal with the tiny table that comes with it, but it really is inadequate. Thanks for sharing!!!
THanks for the video!
nice tutorial
Very good video thanks 👍
Hey, Adorei a forma com q qual você usou a ferramenta de lixar. Como não tenho lixadeira de disco, isso ajuda muito. Hey, I love the way you use sand tool. As I don't have any disc sander this one definitely helps a lot!
Hola Steven soy de argentina, me gustan mucho tus vídeos. Este en especial por que subtitulaste en español. Muchas gracias!!!
If there are "certain procedures you can't do without a drill press"... 2:19 ...then wouldn't it BE and essential tool? (grin)
there are certain procedures you can't do without a lathe but that wouldn't be considered an essential tool either.
If those procedures aren't essential, then no.
Good info, thanks
Hi Steve , I have the same drill press in your video, was your base table loose to the shaft.
Do you have instructions for your drill table? I know it seems to be simple. I inherited an old drill press and can’t wait to figure out how to use it.
How can you not like a video like this?
Having just bought a press, I am interested if you can do a short video on how to make a table with a fence like in your video. Mine came with a small fence with a moveable stop, but it doesn't feel secure at all.
Also, as always, another great video.
I'm just starting to look into getting a drill press. I work on many projects drilling porcelain and have been doing it all manually. I don't mind the strong arms I'm getting but would really like an easier and faster solution. This seems to be the solution I'm looking for. What is a good starter drill press? Brand, size, and drill bits specifically. Do any companies rent them out? I've been looking around the internets but haven't found much other than how to's. Please and thank you for your time everyone!
My dad once uses it a a small lathe :D It does woble, I don't know, how and what he did to counter that. Still, very usefull tool.