Chad Groenhout Posted April 24, 2014 Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 So, I don't have a drill press and I won't be getting one for a while. I was wondering if one the Drill Guide Attachments are good substitute for now? What brand would you all suggest? I found this one on amazon...http://www.amazon.com/Wolfcraft-4525404-Attachment-4-Inch-8-Inch/dp/B000JCIMEA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted April 24, 2014 Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 I had one that I bought for a project too big for my drill press. It got me about 75% of the way thru the job. In its defense, I was using a rather large bit and pushing it pretty hard. They do ok but, are not going to put up with any kind of production work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted April 24, 2014 Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 I had an old Craftsman version similar to that and it did work OK. Now I have a much more accurate guide for drilling where precise 90 degree holes really matter, like to tap threads into metal. Big Gator Tools. Google it they have a good video of its uses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted April 24, 2014 Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 If you have a buddy with a drill press you can make your own. Use the densest hardwood you have laying around. It won't last forever, but it'll be free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calblacksmith Posted April 24, 2014 Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 They work OK but are not near as good. For accurate work in the aircraft factory where I work, away from big shop tools, we use a drill block and interchangeable bushings. The block gets c clamped to the project, the proper size bushings are installed in the block and the bushing guides the drill to keep it normal to the project. Holes are drilled in steps for 1/4 and less two steps and bigger there are 3 or more steps. The attachment will help a lot more than drilling by eye though. Shop around, craigslist etc, used drillpresses can often be bought pretty inexpensively. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beechwood Chip Posted April 24, 2014 Report Share Posted April 24, 2014 I have the Craftsman version of that (identical, except for color). It's better than eyeballing and trying to hold the drill steady. I don't use it often, and I wouldn't purchase it again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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