*NEW* BAUER 12" Var Speed DRILL PRESS

Here is a quick assembly and feature overview of this new Bauer 12 inch bench top drill press with laser targeting and variable / infinite speed adjustment.
Harbor Freight item number 58781

[@bobbyfritzmusic6685]

Thanks for the video. I’m planning on purchasing one myself, to replace the central machinery press like you have. I haven’t had mine very long, but I quickly realized I need to upgrade.

[@mmcnew1]

Thx for the review. It looks like the speed adjustment is a take on a CVT transmission concept that you see on many ATV quads, cars and mini bikes. It makes me want to forehead palm my head 🤦with a “Doh! why didn’t I think of that!” Lol

[@NoFox_Given]

I bought one when it was on sale also. I still need to open the box 😂 it’s nice finally seeing a video of it though

[@KevinModz65]

I bought the Masterforce 12” from Menards which is the same exact drill press as the Bauer 12”, just painted green. They had it for $249 and then an 11 percent rebate on everything. Like you, I was looking at the 8” but after seeing it in person it resembled a kids toy. So,,,,, go big or go home :p

[@captainfallsalotatppic2508]

LOL, I searched the internet to see what that wedge thingy is for and you just answered my question! Thank you for posting this video for us who are goofy. Lol. I just purchased this very same drill press and it is now sitting on top of my DeWalt table saw for now until I get to Lowes to get some lumber to make a bench for this drill press. But, for now and as much as I hate doing this but I'll just have to settle on using my table saw as a drill press. Now I have myself a DeWalt-Bauer-table-saw-drill-press-all-in-one! Hey, did I just come up with something new that will make me a millionaire? I don't think so! But hey any of you want a DeWalt-Bauer-Table-Saw-Drill-Press-All-In-One, I have it and its available for purchase for this very low introductory price of only $2,599.99 plus a trillion dollars for shipping and handling. Act now as these thng of a jiggers are going fast. lolol

[@netwak]

Would love to see a 17” or 20” version of this. Glad to see someone’s making a more affordable variable speed DP. Great review, thank you.

[@DIYwithDennis]

Nice thorough review! I just became aware of the 12" in and came upon your video (can't find any real video reviews out there) - this was very helpful in helping me decide to purchase - thanks!

[@scottr9364]

Thank you for this helpful review! I have been excited to pick one of these up, and your review confirmed that it is a good choice. Super helpful.

[@hobbes3]

Thanks for the review and tuning instructions! My tilt adjustment bolt head was 18mm (not 19mm), but otherwise I was able to follow your instructions perfectly.

[@MrTinyJim]

Good review! I have been waiting to see what folks think of this before making the purchase - your review helps. Thanks!

[@SSgt_Meno]

Now you can see how a CVT (Continuous Varible Transmission) works or at least the idea of it... Great video and nicely detailed, you have convinced me to purchase this drill press! Thank you!

[@anesthesiadreamin]

Glad it helped! Yes, I didn't recognize that it was a CVT when I was making the video LOL But just like in a car, or in a side-by-side or UTV, snowmobile or four-wheeler. I haven't used this a ton, but it does work well every time I need it to. Really like the LED light and the easy adjustability 👍

[@davehimlin2374]

for drilling metal, usually 200-300 rpms is suggested ? Does harbor freight sell this type of drill press to also do the lower RPMS ?

[@anesthesiadreamin]

@@davehimlin2374 I'm not sure about other drill presses that they sell, but this one goes down to about 520 which is as slow as it goes. Still seems to drill half inch holes in steel pretty easily. Of course I'm using cutting fluid as well.

[@chevytrucker]

There is a drill bit speed chart on the left side of drill head by the speed control lever!!!😂😂😂😂

[@anesthesiadreamin]

@@chevytrucker Yes! You are right! But my understanding is it's not very accurate if compared to other charts

[@ElecTechie]

Have you or perhaps can you measure spindle runout of the MT2 arbor ? Not with the drill chuck in place ? want to know if its at least reasonable ... 0.003" ish or less would be good .. but would like to know what yours measures .. ( no i dont wat a mill / drill at this time for all of you that are wanting to say that )

[@shadylite]

The speed adjustment lever on mine is very stiff. Is this normal for everyone else? Otherwise I love it.

[@RJRiemensnider]

Same here, did you ever get an answer?

[@shadylite]

@@RJRiemensnider I've had a few people tell me theirs is stiff as well

[@RJRiemensnider]

@@shadylite any part of the mechanism that can be lubricated? Or loosened?

[@chevytrucker]

If wouldn’t be stiff it would not hold the speed!!! The spring would naturally slow it down!!!!

[@randyswart7818]

Have you or perhaps can you measure spindle runout of the MT2 arbor ? Not with the drill chuck in place ? want to know if its at least reasonable ... 0.003" ish or less would be good .. but would like to know what yours measures .. ( no i dont wat a mill / drill at this time for all of you that are wanting to say that )

[@olheghtt]

Does anybody know what the drill bit travel is?

[@anesthesiadreamin]

@@olheghtt 3 1/8 in

[@olheghtt]

@@anesthesiadreamin thanks 👍

[@josephking6515]

Oh I am so envious. That is one very cool unit to have at home. 👍👍

[@anesthesiadreamin]

@@josephking6515 I've only used it a few times, but it works so much better than the old harbor freight brands, which were wobbly, noisy, rattly, used those for the last 30 years. Finally spent the money on this upgrade, and Even though it's far from the best brand out there , it's Way better than the old Central machinery units

[@namsomirak8972]

Thank you for review! Do you know how much quill travel ? I can’t find this information on manual and in the specs.

[@anesthesiadreamin]

Great question! I had to measure it, it's only 3 1/8 in. And that's with all the stops backed off both ways

[@namsomirak8972]

@@anesthesiadreamin thank you very much for your fast response! I tried to contact with HB customer service, product support, and my question surprised them. After 7 minutes of waiting they are told me that 3.2 inch. As for me 3 inches not too much for $300 drill press, but better than 2 inch on most of inexpensive drills. I decided to buy WEN 1412t since this one cost me (today) $270 (with 10% discount). All the best

[@CristianGonzalez-zn9hk]

How tall is it and how wide

[@mmcnew1]

Interesting that the HF website does not list those specifications. Usually they’re pretty good at listing all the measurements. Other than that the drill table is 9 1/2” square and it weighs 82lbs assembled, they don’t list any other specs. I’m kinda curious myself.