Once you've finished this project, you're only a hop and skip away from this 3D printed Machining Mill. He uses the 3d printed pieces as a mold for reinforced concrete, so that it's heavy enough to resist the vibrations so that you can mill solid metal stock.

The single most impressive 3D printed DIY tool i've ever seen.

Might as well link to the original post on reddit, I don't think Tom's Hardware much value in their summary of it :)

i really like concrete guy's version as well.

1st. You dou you. 2nd. Kudos for the design and ingenuity.

Now the buts:

I personally don't agree with the concept of "I'm going to print this just to prove I can", especially if it's subpar.

I have so much h to print, for me and for others, that I see this as a waste of time an filament.

My own personal point of view.

Also you might need a 400+ USD 3D Printer and the drill bits that can't be printed.

Drilling through soft metals like aluminum and brass is possible with 2mm drills.

...yay?

I mean, I'm all for printing fun stuff just to see if it works. Just don't make it sound like it's a cheap solution for people who need a drill press...