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Asking a lot out of a drill.

Started by john k, February 09, 2013, 08:14:04 PM

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john k

I know the early electric drills were tough, heavy, and had gobs of torque.   From the collections of a couple of gentlemen here, it also seems they were considered the universal power supply.   Still, I think this is asking a great deal from a hand drill.  http://www.ebay.com/itm/281062547446?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649.........What is you guys' thoughts?
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jimwrench

 Wonder if the sellers name is Shop Smith Jr.
Jim
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scottg

Well I never saw one before.
Horizontal drill press, table saw and lathe?
It sure is cute!!!

The drill speed would be so slow it would take all the fun out of table saw and lathe use though.
A more modern drill at 3000 or so?? Well it probably wouldn't have enough torque, but would have closer to the right speed.
 
A nice collectible if you have the room for it.
My place is small
yours Scott
 
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