Although the Skil 3320-01 is an entry level drill press, it is functional and precise in the areas it needs to be. This drill press is suited for the home workshop and performs most tasks with ease. The build quality is good and the machine runs smooth and quietly.
The Skil features a laser guiding system for precise drilling and it actually works! This makes it super easy to line up the workpiece and start the hole on the exact spot intended.
The drill features a 3.2 amp motor and has a ½ inch chuck. The speed of the Skil can be set to five different settings for different materials. The lowest speed is 570 rpm, going up to a top speed of 3,050 rpm. An adjustable depth stop makes accurate and repetitive drilling easy.
The work surface is adjustable and can tilt to an angle of 45 degrees. The table size is a respectable 7.5 x 8 inches, certainly large enough to carry out most jobs you will attempt in the workshop.
The full kit includes the following:
Skil 3320 10 Inch drill press motor unit, cast iron base, and work table, 2x AA batteries and a chuck key.
Product Features and Specifications
- Weight: 49.3 pounds
- Dimensions: 21.7x15x9.8 inches
- Motor: 3.2 amps
- Chuck: ½ inch keyed metal chuck.
- 2 Beam laser for precise hole alignment
- Depth adjustment system
- 5 Gear variable speed ( From 570 rpm to 3,050 rpm)
- Bump-off switch for added safety
- Easy assembly. Instructions are easy to follow.
The Reviews
When we researched the reviews on the Skil 3320-01, we found that most customers said that this machine is much better than what they expected. Amazon customers rated it 4.2 stars out of a possible 5 stars.
Users of this drill rated it as very good value for money. Customers commented on the good build quality, quiet motor and smooth operation.
One happy customer said: “ I bought this for a small project not expecting much for the price. Boy was I surprised. This is one quality tool.” Another user said that they tested other drill presses in the same price range, but nothing compared to the Skil.
There are over 250 5 star reviews on Amazon alone. This definitely indicates that consumers are very happy with this product and that it does what it says on the box.
The Verdict
This drill press is ideal for light to medium-duty work. It provides excellent value for money and is definitely a good buy for someone looking for a decent, small drill press.
The X-laser makes precise hole alignment very easy for anyone of any skill level. The Skil 3320 continues to be one of the best selling benchtop drill presses due to the good value for money and consumer satisfaction.
We can confidently recommend this drill press to anyone looking for a cheap, but reliable drill press. This product comes with the Skil 3 year bench top warranty. This model will last a long time if you know how to use a drill press and treat it with respect.
On the downside is the lack of versatility as is the case with most budget drill presses. This model certainly doesn’t have the features of a multifunctional tool like the Shop Fox W1668, but then again this is a budget drill press and will probably meet all the needs of customers looking for an entry level drill press.
The SKIL is very much the same as the WEN 4210 and use a lot of the same parts. It comes down to personal preference as the differences are small. I like both drill presses and would therefor recommend both.
