So back over to Big Claus, my favorite drill press in the world, to drill some 1" holes.

This jig doesn't have to be super exact (note the wide chalk lines and eyed-up centerline marks.

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I start each hole by going through with a 1/2" drill bit. This seems easier than starting with the big 1 inch.
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And here's the big 1 inch in action. Going at about 150 rpm. Sllllllloooowwwww.
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