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WEN 5-Amp 12" Variable Speed Cast Iron Benchtop Drill Press w/ Laser & Work Light

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Amazon has WEN 5-Amp 12" Variable Speed Cast Iron Benchtop Drill Press w/ Laser & Work Light (4214T) on sale for $217.48. Shipping is free.

Home Depot has WEN 5-Amp 12" Variable Speed Cast Iron Benchtop Drill Press w/ Laser & Work Light (4214T) on sale for $217.48. Shipping is free.

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About this Item:

Features a 5-amp induction motor, a 12-inch swing, and a 3-1/8-inch spindle travel
Adjust the mechanical variable speed anywhere from 580 to 3200 RPM
Digital speed readout displays current RPM of the machine for maximum precision
Includes a Class IIIA 2.5mW laser, overhead light, adjustable depth stop, table roller extension, beveling 9-1/2 by 9-1/2-inch work table, 5/8-inch capacity keyed chuck, a chuck key with onboard storage, and a two-year warranty
Measures in at 16.8 by 13.5 by 36.6 inches in size with a weight of 85 pounds

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About this Deal:
- This is priced close to matching this previous Frontpage Deal ($215.90) from August 2023.
- Please see the original post for additional details and give the WIKI and forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
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- Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on over 3,500 customer reviews.
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Features a 5-amp induction motor, a 12-inch swing, and a 3-1/8-inch spindle travel
Adjust the mechanical variable speed anywhere from 580 to 3200 RPM
Digital speed readout displays current RPM of the machine for maximum precision
Includes a Class IIIA 2.5mW laser, overhead light, adjustable depth stop, table roller extension, beveling 9-1/2 by 9-1/2-inch work table, 5/8-inch capacity keyed chuck, a chuck key with onboard storage, and a two-year warranty
Measures in at 16.8 by 13.5 by 36.6 inches in size with a weight of 85 pounds

Editor's Notes

Written by ValPal2011 | Staff

About this Deal:
- This is priced close to matching this previous Frontpage Deal ($215.90) from August 2023.
- Please see the original post for additional details and give the WIKI and forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
Ratings & Reviews:
- Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on over 3,500 customer reviews.
About this store:
- Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more.
- If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available.

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Model: WEN 5-Amp Variable-Speed Bench Drill Press | 4214T

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Post Date	Sold By	Sale Price	Activity
07/23/25	Amazon	$217	0
04/23/25	Amazon	$217	2
11/25/24	Amazon	$217	3
10/08/24	Amazon	$207 frontpage	10
08/07/23	Amazon	$216 frontpage	19
07/04/23	Amazon	$216 popular	12

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Caleo

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Maybe this 'new' 4214T model, which I can't really tell at a glance what the difference might be.. but I got my WEN 4214 back in 2017 for $154.09 shipped.

It's been a decent tool, and has done a few things I wouldn't have been able to manage gracefully without it. Useful light and laser feature helps locate things, and it's nice how easy it is to adjust speed. Not a ton of runout on my chuck. Would buy again at this $217 price assuming quality hasn't been 'value engineered' out of it in the last ~7 yrs.

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CleverCatfish3760

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Oct 01, 2024 09:22 PM

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CleverCatfish3760

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Oct 01, 2024 09:22 PM

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This is almost the best price this has ever been on Amazon

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Quote from CleverCatfish3760

This is almost the best price this has ever been on Amazon

jj14

Oct 02, 2024 01:11 AM

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Quote from Caleo

~~On the 4214, you manually adjust the belts. On the 4214T you get a lever to adjust the speed (much easier)~~
EDIT: Caleo is right - 4214 does have the lever to adjust the speed as well.

Last edited by jj14 October 2, 2024 at 06:35 AM.

Caleo

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Quote from jj14

On the 4214, you manually adjust the belts. On the 4214T you get a lever to adjust the speed (much easier)

Negative. Mine's got the same continuously variable adjustment lever the 4214T does. You might be thinking of a smaller model, or be seeing some inaccurate information somewhere?
https://i.imgur.com/jZ7cYzc.png

WittyShape107

Oct 02, 2024 02:41 AM

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My FIL got one of these off a return pallet for $10. Popped a new switch in and has used it daily for the last 5 years (I'm not positive on the exact model but it's a Wen drill press.. can't be too many). It works like a scalded dog. I'm not in the market so I won't testify as to the price, but this thing holds up for Chineesium

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Consumer1337Oct 02, 2024 05:19 AM

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Quote from 308Sound

trash tool for someone who is into tools, DIY and wants something above even slightly above china quality. I own one.

I'm not into tools or diy but have been using it for the last ten years. Does the job, no complaints.

LoveRock

Oct 02, 2024 12:18 PM

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LoveRockOct 02, 2024 12:18 PM

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I have one I got about 6 yrs ago. It works fine and the price was right.

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moarKowbellOct 02, 2024 12:54 PM

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Will this work well for drilling bowling balls?

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gunner249

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Don't forget that if you are a veteran Home Depot will add 10% off. Mine came out to $195

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kenstogie

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for the weekend warrior how much better than the Harbor freight one is this? not.being a wise a$$ just wondering...

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NikonShr

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NikonShrOct 02, 2024 01:42 PM

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Nice deal 👌

Devaney1984

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Devaney1984Oct 02, 2024 01:57 PM

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Quote from Caleo

Agreed. Bought this a year ago for $214 from Home Depot, decent tool at a decent price...not uncommon for it to be this price though.

Quote from kenstogie

for the weekend warrior how much better than the Harbor freight one is this? not.being a wise a$$ just wondering...

Probably not a huge difference, I was on the fence when I researched and a lot of happy people with both, but a few *really" bad reviews of the HF model made me choose Wen.

Last edited by Devaney1984 October 2, 2024 at 07:00 AM.

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I also own the older version of this. The wobble is unbearable - the bit moves 3-5 mm off center regularly. If you don't need precise location but need a perfect 90 degree angle, it's great, but if you need to drill in an exact location, based on my experience with the older model, I'd stay away from this one

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Home & Home Improvement Tools Drills & Power Tools Occasions Amazon Prime Day Free Shipping with Prime WEN

Rating:	(4.6 out of 5 stars)
Reviews:	3,566 Amazon Reviews
Manufacturer:	WEN
Model Number:	4214T
Product SKU:	B09253MVXN
UPC:	44459421405
ASIN:	B09253MVXN
Brand:	WEN
Item Dimensions LxWxH:	36.6 x 13.5 x 16.8 inches
Item Weight:	85 pounds
Item model number:	4214T
Manufacturer:	WEN

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