Miniature Drill Press
Posted: Fri Apr 13, 2012 2:20 pm
My dad was moving some stuff into his latest shop extension and uncovered this little drill press. He had no recollection of where or how he got it, but said he had never seen another one like it. I told him I thought it was pretty cool so he gave it to me.
It's not a "toy" by any means and seems to be a very high quality tool. The only markings on it are on the chuck and on the motor (but I have no reason to believe that indicates the maker of the drill press any more than "Jacobs" or AO Smith would indicate who made a Shopsmith).
The motor has a pivot point for moving the belt, and locks down for use. In addition to the 3-step pulley, the motor has two speeds (3 position toggle switch - slow/off/fast). There are ports for greasing the moving parts and applying oil to the motor bearings.
I think this little thing is just awesome. Anybody have any idea who made it, how old it is, or what it might have been designed for?
It's not a "toy" by any means and seems to be a very high quality tool. The only markings on it are on the chuck and on the motor (but I have no reason to believe that indicates the maker of the drill press any more than "Jacobs" or AO Smith would indicate who made a Shopsmith).
The motor has a pivot point for moving the belt, and locks down for use. In addition to the 3-step pulley, the motor has two speeds (3 position toggle switch - slow/off/fast). There are ports for greasing the moving parts and applying oil to the motor bearings.
I think this little thing is just awesome. Anybody have any idea who made it, how old it is, or what it might have been designed for?
