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Challenge Handy-Drill
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Challenge Handy-Drill

The Challenge Handy single-spindle paper drill offers safe, easy drilling with a 2-1/2" lift capacity. Dealer pricing, financing & service at Mid-State Litho.

$2,245.00 USD
Ships by truck freight

Freight items can be purchased online; final delivery details may be confirmed before shipment.

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Truck-freight shippingShips FOB with a lift gate.
Talk to a finishing expertReal specialists by phone.
Financing availableLease & purchase options.
Factory-trained install & serviceWe deliver, install & support.
TypePaper Drill
Cut width2" (Drilling Capacity)
OperationElectric
Power120V Single-Phase

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Details & specifications

Challenge Handy-Drill — Single-Spindle Paper Drill

Compact, affordable bench-top paper drill with automatic spindle start/stop and up to 2-1/2″ lift capacity for quick, accurate hole drilling.

Key Features

  • Up to 2-1/2″ lift capacity (optional 2″ configuration expands bit size range)
  • Automatic spindle on/off with pull-down lever for safe, simple operation
  • Adjustable back-gauge stops and margins for repeatable drilling
  • Convenient chip collector keeps the table clean
  • Hand-lever drill head for precise control

Specifications

Drill head operation Hand lever
Lift capacity 2-1/2″
Bit sizes (2-1/2″ capacity) 1/4″, 5/16″, 3/8″, 1/2″
Bit sizes (optional 2″ capacity) 1/8″–1/2″ (13 sizes)
Min distance between holes 3/8″ center-to-center
Max distance drill to side guide 9-7/8″
Max margin (hole center to sheet edge) 2-1/2″
Side-guide trip Manual
Table space 18″ × 19″
Overall height 22-3/8″
Overall width 24″
Overall length 21.2″
Net / shipping weight 70 lb / 90 lb
Electrical 115 V, 2.7 A, 60 Hz, 1-phase AC

Applications

📎 Presentation sets, 📚 manuals & book blocks, 🧾 invoices & forms, 🗂️ bindery jobs requiring clean, accurate hole drilling.

Available Options

  • 2″ maximum lift configuration (expands bit sizes to 1/8″–1/2″, 13 sizes)
  • Assorted drill bits and cutting blocks
  • Additional back-gauge stops and margin guides

Benefits

  • Safe, intuitive operation with automatic spindle control
  • Consistent hole placement with adjustable stops and margins
  • Small footprint bench-top design for any bindery or print shop
  • Flexible bit size options to match common finishing needs

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Every machine, fully supported

We deliver it, install it, train your team and keep it running.

This is not a drop-ship. Our factory-trained technicians install on site, train your operators, and back it with same-day and next-day service across Michigan and the Great Lakes.

Install & train

On-site setup and operator training included.

Same / next-day service

Fast response across the Great Lakes.

Precision machining

Replacement parts fabricated in-house.

Financing

Lease and purchase options available.