What is the best drill bit? (Sarcasm )

Sandy Hancock · 10-11-2017, 02:36 AM - **7 Likes**

Originally posted by RichardS

The best drill bit is a sharp one.

Was it Bob the builder who said "sharpness is a bourgeois concept"?
I want drill bits with character.

**aslyfox** · 10-11-2017, 02:46 AM - **2 Likes**

I'm with Dartmoor Dave

get rid of that new style piece of junk

go back to basics

you won't have to waste time with electrical power.

https://tse4.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.fBG5rX__oFHr2vdY-tKxNAEsEs&w=197&h=197&c=...r=1.25

**savoche** · 10-11-2017, 03:20 AM - **1 Like**

I'm with Sandy; cordless is the way to go. Have you seen how the market share for the clunky drills with cords is plummeting?!

Poor battery life, you say? Well, what would you do if there's a power outage with your cord bound drill?!!! And bringing some extra batteries is no problem anyway.

Andy123 · 10-11-2017, 03:40 AM

Originally posted by savoche

I'm with Sandy; cordless is the way to go. Have you seen how the market share for the clunky drills with cords is plummeting?!

Poor battery life, you say? Well, what would you do if there's a power outage with your cord bound drill?!!! And bringing some extra batteries is no problem anyway.

I’m trying to drill out a broken bolt. I read some where that it is better to use reverse bits for that. I bought some but my old corded drill only drills right (clockwise) and the reverse bits don’t seem to work. Has any one had this problem? BTW I thought about drilling from the bottom but can’t get the drill in there. I know you recommend cordless but I don’t have the cash. The only models near my price range are from Horable Freight and they have very mixed reviews. What I’d really like is to be able to make my current equipment work.
Thanks. Any suggestions will be appreciated.
Andy

ccc_ · 10-11-2017, 03:46 AM

Originally posted by Sandy Hancock

Was it Bob the builder who said "sharpness is a bourgeois concept"?
I want drill bits with character.

character and a bit of flash
full manual but petite and easily carried
discreet but not boring

**savoche** · 10-11-2017, 04:09 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Andy123

I’m trying to drill out a broken bolt. I read some where that it is better to use reverse bits for that. I bought some but my old corded drill only drills right (clockwise) and the reverse bits don’t seem to work. Has any one had this problem? BTW I thought about drilling from the bottom but can’t get the drill in there. I know you recommend cordless but I don’t have the cash. The only models near my price range are from Horable Freight and they have very mixed reviews. What I’d really like is to be able to make my current equipment work.
Thanks. Any suggestions will be appreciated.
Andy

In your case I would go for a pneumatic drill. If there's not enough space, well, you can easily remedy that.

**c.a.m** · 10-11-2017, 04:09 AM - **3 Likes**

I think the thread is getting off topic.

For the OP, I'd recommend a 3-bit travel kit, which would serve you well at home and also at the job site. I'd say a 3/32" titanium, a 1/4" high-speed steel for general purpose, and a 3/4" or even 1" spade. I know guys who build entire houses with that kit, and make decent money.

If you're an enthusiast driller, maybe add a fourth bit to fill in between the 1/4 and 3/4.

If you're really intent on only one bit, get the best you can afford. Stay away from old, vintage bits - they're not nearly as sharp as the modern ones with the special hardened coatings.

Also, try to avoid the SDM bits (Soft Drill Machined) - I've heard they have a high breakage rate (but the manufacturer isn't admitting that it's a design issue).

**savoche** · 10-11-2017, 04:12 AM

Originally posted by swanlefitte

I have an interchangeable drill. What is the best bit? I like my standard/phillips tip alot but my 1/8th inch drill bit is nice. The 1/16th ones are so eloquent but they break so easy.
Anyway It is an interchangeable drill but i want only one bit to use on it so which should i use. Mind you i have over 100 bits for it.

Oh, and if you think you're funny: who makes "good" drill bits ? « Singletrack Forum

**clackers** · 10-11-2017, 04:14 AM - **4 Likes**

I hear that vague descriptions of three new drillbits are on the Philips roadmap. Let's argue about them, sight unseen, for forty pages!

**c.a.m** · 10-11-2017, 04:31 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by clackers

three new drillbits are on the Philips roadmap

But those bits have been on the roadmap since before the takeover. Maybe they'll pre-announce at Toolkina 2019.

**clackers** · 10-11-2017, 04:42 AM

Originally posted by c.a.m

But those bits have been on the roadmap since before the takeover. Maybe they'll pre-announce at Toolkina 2019.

Yes, but I'd feel so much better about myself if AsahiMan could just drop in and give us a hint ... are they for concrete or just plywood?

**savoche** · 10-11-2017, 05:32 AM

Originally posted by clackers

Yes, but I'd feel so much better about myself if AsahiMan could just drop in and give us a hint ... are they for concrete or just plywood?

What does it matter if they're just plastic mock-ups anyway?

**17dew** · 10-11-2017, 06:21 AM

Originally posted by swanlefitte

I have an interchangeable drill. What is the best bit? I like my standard/phillips tip alot but my 1/8th inch drill bit is nice. The 1/16th ones are so eloquent but they break so easy.
Anyway It is an interchangeable drill but i want only one bit to use on it so which should i use. Mind you i have over 100 bits for it.

Over 100 bits? Serious case of
BBA.

**savoche** · 10-11-2017, 06:38 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by 17dew

Over 100 bits? Serious case of
BBA.

Nah. I have more torx bits alone than that.

Just to add my two bits.

35mmfilmfan · 10-11-2017, 06:46 AM - **4 Likes**

One thing I have learned - if you are using your drill (of whatever make) to put further holes in your dog's collar, first remove the collar from the dog. Very few dogs have an on-off switch that works, or indeed a volume control. Use equipment wisely.

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Sandy Hancock Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,267	Originally posted by RichardS The best drill bit is a sharp one. Was it Bob the builder who said "sharpness is a bourgeois concept"? I want drill bits with character.

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savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	I'm with Sandy; cordless is the way to go. Have you seen how the market share for the clunky drills with cords is plummeting?! Poor battery life, you say? Well, what would you do if there's a power outage with your cord bound drill?!!! And bringing some extra batteries is no problem anyway.

10-11-2017, 03:40 AM	#19
Andy123 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Stafford, VA Posts: 128	Originally posted by savoche I'm with Sandy; cordless is the way to go. Have you seen how the market share for the clunky drills with cords is plummeting?! Poor battery life, you say? Well, what would you do if there's a power outage with your cord bound drill?!!! And bringing some extra batteries is no problem anyway. I’m trying to drill out a broken bolt. I read some where that it is better to use reverse bits for that. I bought some but my old corded drill only drills right (clockwise) and the reverse bits don’t seem to work. Has any one had this problem? BTW I thought about drilling from the bottom but can’t get the drill in there. I know you recommend cordless but I don’t have the cash. The only models near my price range are from Horable Freight and they have very mixed reviews. What I’d really like is to be able to make my current equipment work. Thanks. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Andy

10-11-2017, 04:09 AM - 1 Like	#21
savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Originally posted by Andy123 I’m trying to drill out a broken bolt. I read some where that it is better to use reverse bits for that. I bought some but my old corded drill only drills right (clockwise) and the reverse bits don’t seem to work. Has any one had this problem? BTW I thought about drilling from the bottom but can’t get the drill in there. I know you recommend cordless but I don’t have the cash. The only models near my price range are from Horable Freight and they have very mixed reviews. What I’d really like is to be able to make my current equipment work. Thanks. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Andy In your case I would go for a pneumatic drill. If there's not enough space, well, you can easily remedy that.

10-11-2017, 04:09 AM - 3 Likes	#22
c.a.m Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Ottawa, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,188	I think the thread is getting off topic. For the OP, I'd recommend a 3-bit travel kit, which would serve you well at home and also at the job site. I'd say a 3/32" titanium, a 1/4" high-speed steel for general purpose, and a 3/4" or even 1" spade. I know guys who build entire houses with that kit, and make decent money. If you're an enthusiast driller, maybe add a fourth bit to fill in between the 1/4 and 3/4. If you're really intent on only one bit, get the best you can afford. Stay away from old, vintage bits - they're not nearly as sharp as the modern ones with the special hardened coatings. Also, try to avoid the SDM bits (Soft Drill Machined) - I've heard they have a high breakage rate (but the manufacturer isn't admitting that it's a design issue).

10-11-2017, 04:12 AM	#23
savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Originally posted by swanlefitte I have an interchangeable drill. What is the best bit? I like my standard/phillips tip alot but my 1/8th inch drill bit is nice. The 1/16th ones are so eloquent but they break so easy. Anyway It is an interchangeable drill but i want only one bit to use on it so which should i use. Mind you i have over 100 bits for it. Oh, and if you think you're funny: who makes "good" drill bits ? « Singletrack Forum

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10-11-2017, 04:31 AM - 3 Likes	#25
c.a.m Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Ottawa, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 4,188	Originally posted by clackers three new drillbits are on the Philips roadmap But those bits have been on the roadmap since before the takeover. Maybe they'll pre-announce at Toolkina 2019.

10-11-2017, 04:42 AM	#26
clackers Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 16,397	Originally posted by c.a.m But those bits have been on the roadmap since before the takeover. Maybe they'll pre-announce at Toolkina 2019. Yes, but I'd feel so much better about myself if AsahiMan could just drop in and give us a hint ... are they for concrete or just plywood?

10-11-2017, 05:32 AM	#27
savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Originally posted by clackers Yes, but I'd feel so much better about myself if AsahiMan could just drop in and give us a hint ... are they for concrete or just plywood? What does it matter if they're just plastic mock-ups anyway?

10-11-2017, 06:21 AM	#28
17dew Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ohio Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,822	Originally posted by swanlefitte I have an interchangeable drill. What is the best bit? I like my standard/phillips tip alot but my 1/8th inch drill bit is nice. The 1/16th ones are so eloquent but they break so easy. Anyway It is an interchangeable drill but i want only one bit to use on it so which should i use. Mind you i have over 100 bits for it. Over 100 bits? Serious case of BBA.

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savoche Master of the obvious Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Lowlands of Norway Posts: 18,311	Originally posted by 17dew Over 100 bits? Serious case of BBA. Nah. I have more torx bits alone than that. Just to add my two bits.

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35mmfilmfan Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Norfolk, UK Posts: 4,312	One thing I have learned - if you are using your drill (of whatever make) to put further holes in your dog's collar, first remove the collar from the dog. Very few dogs have an on-off switch that works, or indeed a volume control. Use equipment wisely.

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