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Grizzly G7944 12 Speed Heavy-Duty 14" Floor Drill Press

Grizzly G7944 12 Speed Heavy-Duty 14 Floor Drill Press

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Brand: Grizzly
Category: Home Improvement

Buy New: $265.00



Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 12 reviews
Sales Rank: 30687

Media: Misc.
Dimensions (in): 0.6 x 0.2 x 0.1

MPN: G7944
UPC: 690550079443
EAN: 0690550079443
ASIN: B0000DD6TE

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • Motor: 3/4 H.P., single-phase, 110V
  • Number of speeds: 12
  • Range of speeds: 140, 260, 320, 380, 480, 540, 980, 1160, 1510, 1650, 2180, 3050 RPM
  • Spindle travel: 3-1/4"
  • Swing: 14"

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  • Grizzly G2500 20 pc. Regular Sanding Drum Set

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
This heavy-duty Floor Model Drill Press is the mainstay in any shop with 12 speeds and powerful 3/4 HP motor.


Customer Reviews:   Read 7 more reviews...

2 out of 5 stars It does drill holes   May 7, 2006
Daniel E. Tenaglia (Alabama, USA)
23 out of 27 found this review helpful

As a professional woodworker moving to a new location, I was looking to save some money on a few tools when setting up my new shop. I purchased this drill press becasue the price was far cheaper than any other model with comparable features. Right out of the box the drill press had the typical flaws characteristic of most grizzly tools - pock-marked steel, imperfect threadings, loose pulleys, etc...
I was expecting most of these defects so I overlooked them and set the press up in my shop. After two years of use I can say that the drill press does drill holes but it is a highly inaccurate machine that is not a joy to use. The table is tough to adjust with accuracy, the 1/2 inch chuck frequently sticks and has a slight wobble, and the belts and pulleys are very hard to adjust for proper speed on the machine. Recently, the handles on the press have stripped and come loose.
I could go on and on with all the minor querks and defects of this machine but I will just say that if you a weekend handyman looking to drill a few holes now and then then this machine will do fine. If you, however, are looking for a serious tool that will help you raise your woodworking skills to the next level, spend the extra money now and get a JET, DELTA, or POWERMATIC. You will be happy you did.



5 out of 5 stars Grizzly G7944   March 30, 2006
Steven Smit (Collierville, TN USA)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful

Great drill press. Easy assembly, low noise and almost zero vibration. Set screw for collar ring was missing but they sent me one within a week. This is a heavy unit so it must be very well mounted ( I used two 4 x 4 3/4 inch MDF mounted to the pallet the unit was delivered on ). Also used with sanding drum with no issues at all. Worm gear for the table is a little sloppy ( side to side movement ) but this has not been an operational issue. Threaded post and hub style depth stop included on unit. This is a great deal for the money.


4 out of 5 stars Great value   September 19, 2005
J. I. Martin Jr. (North Carolina)
4 out of 5 found this review helpful

I would have given 5 stars but I was missing the worm gear to adjust the table when it arrived. A quick call to customer service and that had the part out to me in 3 days. For the price you can't beat this drill press. A solid smooth running machine with plenty of power to get the job done. The added light is a blessing and I love the Delta/Jet type depth stop.


5 out of 5 stars Excellent drill press...great value.   July 6, 2005
SoulCatcher (Memphis, TN USA)
3 out of 8 found this review helpful

I replaced a 10" bench top drill with this. It's solid and sturdy


1 out of 5 stars defective product and poor customer service   February 2, 2005
E. Benson
12 out of 17 found this review helpful

The first drill press that I received from Grizzly was defective: the adjustment lever for the belts was stuck and the drill made terrible noises when turned on. Grizzly was very slow in responding to my many inquiries (with no 1-800 number for customer service)and, after repackaging and returning the defective drill press and more than a month from my initial order, I received another drill press. Upon opening the box, however, I found a dent on the housing surrounding the belts. What a mess! If I knew then what I know now, I would never have ordered this drill press. Think twice before ordering this item.
Buy something local.


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