several years ago I bought out a lady that was geared up for a pen making business. Small Jet Lathe, 14" Rikon Bandsaw, and Steel City floor standing Drill Press. Although the drill press doesn't have variable speed, the things that are very well done on this are the depth stop, and the table adjustment (up/down/left/right). Tilting can be done, but is much better done with an angle jig. Changing the belts is not all that bad, but turning a dial or pushing a digital button would be much nicer! The depth stop uses a large knurled knob with a spring loaded button. Press in the button and slide the knob up and down. Release the button and you can spin the knob on the fine threads for fine adjustment. I love that part of it. Honestly, I don't change speeds often as I mostly only drill wood!