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Drill bit set recommendations?
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I also recommend the Norseman/Viking in a 135 degree split point tip, I have their full 115pc set (SP-115), a stubby/screw machine set (SPT-29) and a metric set (SP-25M). In addition I have drills from Cleveland and Triumph in sizes that I use frequently. I also have a Cleveland stubby cobalt/M42 stubby set that is now relegated to my hand drill which tends to chew up the shanks. On the mill I prefer stubby/screw machine as they are less likely to deflect/walk, but also have a jobber set which I use on the mill and the lathe. Norseman/Viking have held up well and cut cleanly. Triumph and Cleveland drills are also quite good, but there are different types of drills as to composition, coating and cutting profile. Get backups of those that you use frequently.
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Stubby Drill Bit Set?
Guys I have couple of those drill bit stubbys,I am seeing the importance of having a set of them.What I am looking at is 1/16-1/2 set by Norseman 29pc Stubby Screw Machine Length M7 Drill Bit Set 1/16-1/2 USA SPT-29 Its price at 94.00 which for me is a chunk but I am willing if membership...
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Okay, looks like this might be the ticket!
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Is it cheaper to purchase as one giant index? If total cost were close, I'd prefer each separately so they are easier to move, to store, and to look head-on at the stampings on the index to find the right bit.
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Same for me. Purchased that (or very similar) Norseman set and have been very happy with it. I also purchased the metric drills in .5mm increments.
I bought more and more expensive 115 piece drill sets to get one so expensive I will put a drill away when done.
It did not work. I am too cheap to use the expensive drills, so I use the cheapest ones.
The wife says I should put tools away like Blondihacks.
It did not work. I am too cheap to use the expensive drills, so I use the cheapest ones.
The wife says I should put tools away like Blondihacks.
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Thats good, you always have a sharp drill in case of emergency!
I started with one of those inexpensive import sets and still keep it for the times I need a sacrificial drill. The lower end ones seem like AHSS (Almost-a High Speed Steel) and are great for household projects like drilling holes in drywall, cement board, foam, plastics, wood, etc. The lower end ones sharpen up OK but dont stay sharp for very long. Many times I have tried less expensive (even cheap) options and had to buy again. Not saying super high-end is the answer but a good mid-grade quality purchase usually ends up being the right path forward and less expensive than buying twice.