In article . net,
Bill Schwab wrote:

Ok, you don't HAVE to use the drill press for a hole saw, you will WANT
to use a drill press.

That makes sense. Just checking in case your comment had been safety
related.

Well, don't lock a drill on when using a hole saw. I've been using a 4"
on wood where I have to use a portable drill (vent holes in a building).

You want the drill to stop if the hole-saw binds and rips the drill out
of your hands. ;-)

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