What motor and spec did they recommend?
I have Baldor and Leeson motors with some Taiwanese stuff in the big drill press and bandsaw. One Chinesium 1/2 HP motor in the smaller drill press.
There is probably a local supplier near you. If not places like K&G or Tru Grit are reputable shops for knifemakers.
https://www.knifeandgun.com/Default.asp
http://www.trugrit.com/