The Shop Fox W1668 is a great benchtop drill press, especially for those who are short on space. The reviewer replaced their floor drill press with this one and was able to mount it on a rolling cabinet, which saved space and even provided additional storage. Another perk is that the drill press is portable because of the cabinet.
This drill press also has a built-in spindle sander, which is a handy extra feature. The reviewer did mention that the depth gauge isn’t the best quality, but they were able to calibrate it to their liking. Otherwise, the reviewer seems very pleased with the drill press. The spindle runs true, the motor is quiet, and it arrived well-packaged with everything included. For the price, the reviewer feels it’s a great buy for any skill level.
Some downsides to be aware of are that it doesn’t have a work light, laser pointer, or an automatic transmission for changing speeds. Overall, the reviewer thinks it’s a good value and hopes this review inspires others to find creative uses for this drill press. Read more…
