How much easier it would be if I could just clamp it in a V-block…
I’ve been thinking that for quite a while now ★
When I search online, the serious ones are pricey
I’d rather put that kind of money toward something else
But this one was reasonably priced, so I ordered it and it arrived today.

Hozan K-53
Oh—now I can drill holes vertically with ease, as planned ★
It’s a bit of a shame it doesn’t handle 3–20 mm diameter… but it’ll do