I guess that the answer to this is that they were used successfully for many years but are the likes of
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Hand-Operated ... 2566edeaa9
any use in the modern day workshop. In an ideal world, I would love something that could drill any of the wood and metalwork ideas that I can dream up, but in reality a machine that could accurately drill holes in wood, plastic and thin non-ferrous metals would probably satisfy my requirements. What are the limitations of hand pillar drills and does anybody use them regularly? Are there any pitfalls to look out for?
Thanks
Mark
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Hand-Operated ... 2566edeaa9
any use in the modern day workshop. In an ideal world, I would love something that could drill any of the wood and metalwork ideas that I can dream up, but in reality a machine that could accurately drill holes in wood, plastic and thin non-ferrous metals would probably satisfy my requirements. What are the limitations of hand pillar drills and does anybody use them regularly? Are there any pitfalls to look out for?
Thanks
Mark