I was at a woodworking show today and looked at a Fisch 17 1/2 drill press. It seemed very nice and smooth. No detectable runout. They wanted 359 for a new one, and if I were to take the one at the show, he would sell it for 329. Anybody here know anything about the brand?
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Here in Canada, the same drill press is sold as a Delta. I have one and am happy with it except for the following: I find the three arms to be unnecessarily long, and liable to interfere with a long workpiece, if one sets up for a deep bore. I also find the vibration of the plastic cover induced by the motor to be annoying. The latter may be less of an issue on the Fisch, which I believe has a metal cover.
Otherwise, I am happy with the tool.
Cheers.
Guy
Hello bones -------- I have two pieces of Fisch machinery. The bench top mortising machine and the 16" band saw. I have been pleased with both.
Jerry
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