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 Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/02/19 07:29 PM
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/02/19 07:52 PM
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NORML as can be
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People on here seem to like Harbor Freight tools. ![[Linked Image]](http://www.hfqpdb.com/coupons/262_ITEM_2_PIECE_TITANIUM_NITRIDE_COATED_HIGH_SPEED_STEEL_STEP_DRILL_BITS_1432675739.6198.jpg)
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/02/19 08:00 PM
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Drill America Cobalt set from amazon
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/02/19 08:26 PM
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I have many drill bits. I don’t like Ryobi. I do like Milwaukee. For paddle bits Bosch can’t be beat.
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/02/19 09:37 PM
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Cool. Good to use thier screw guns. I have go in the morning. May grab a set. Have a few loose hex shafts. A set would be good to have. Dewalt makes good bits too.
If the 2nd amendment was written just to include guns for hunting, why is there not an amendment to protect fishing poles?
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/02/19 09:57 PM
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It depends on the use, for wood or metal. Do you really need a set or will you only use 3 or 4 of them?
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/02/19 10:19 PM
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Bosch seems to work for me on wood, metal and concrete. Not the cheapest but does a great job.
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/02/19 11:07 PM
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Don't get the ones from HF,they have a smooth shank and if it gets tight drilling, the drill spins around them.
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/02/19 11:42 PM
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A set of 100% cobalt bits. expensive but worth it. if drilling metal drill slowest speed possible with lots of pressure.. use oil.
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 01:12 PM
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Bought 2 sets, one for me, one for my brother. Good value. Thanks for the post.
If the 2nd amendment was written just to include guns for hunting, why is there not an amendment to protect fishing poles?
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 03:16 PM
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You have to be careful using the smaller sizes they will twist off the 1/4 in adapter
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 03:19 PM
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That set looks pretty good since it has duplicates of the smallest three. I have multiple sets without those because they broke.
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 03:29 PM
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For drilling metal, expect to spend $75+ for a decent set w/ about 12 bits. If it's a good set w/all the sizes in between that the cheap sets don't offer, expect to spend $125+. A $20 set of bits won't last but 1 or 2 decent holes.
For wood, a $20 set is fine.
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 03:51 PM
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 03:55 PM
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Yup....good drill bits aren't cheap....
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 04:08 PM
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People on here seem to like Harbor Freight tools. Cheap ones like that suck. To have one that will last any time at all, you have to at least get Milwaukee. I found it out drilling through purlins.
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 04:18 PM
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For drilling metal, expect to spend $75+ for a decent set w/ about 12 bits. If it's a good set w/all the sizes in between that the cheap sets don't offer, expect to spend $125+. A $20 set of bits won't last but 1 or 2 decent holes.
For wood, a $20 set is fine. And they're all gonna get dull regardless, the good ones just don't break or die after one hole
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 04:26 PM
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Have two drill index’s loaded with bits from 1/16” up to 1”. One is Blue Point and other is Snap On. Have had for over 30 years and still going. Need to be sharpened every now and then, but learned that in machine class in collage. 
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Foxpro 416B & numerous hand calls
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 06:01 PM
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That set looks pretty good since it has duplicates of the smallest three. I have multiple sets without those because they broke. First thing I noticed. Have others in tool room roll around. These go on truck. At my stage in life, expect to be my last set I ever buy.
If the 2nd amendment was written just to include guns for hunting, why is there not an amendment to protect fishing poles?
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 06:57 PM
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Have two drill index’s loaded with bits from 1/16” up to 1”. One is Blue Point and other is Snap On. Have had for over 30 years and still going. Need to be sharpened every now and then, but learned that in machine class in collage. What collage did you go to? just curious. 
Haven't had it in years but never spit any out. I am a sucker for happy endings and strapped cowboys.
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 07:23 PM
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 09:26 PM
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Western Wisconsin tech collage back in early 80’s for Diesel and Heavy equipment mechanics. Had a great machine shop teacher!!!
My Yote toys,
Ruger 77 22-250
Foxpro 416B & numerous hand calls
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/07/19 10:42 PM
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He also taught us, the main thing to do was, use a good lube, go slow, not too much pressure, and you and the piece you are working on will both have a happy ending! Been true to life in my experience! 
My Yote toys,
Ruger 77 22-250
Foxpro 416B & numerous hand calls
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God would never send Firefighters to Hell because we would put the fire out!
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Re: Looking for a set of good drill bits
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06/08/19 12:30 AM
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Western Wisconsin tech collage back in early 80’s for Diesel and Heavy equipment mechanics. Had a great machine shop teacher!!!
Haven't had it in years but never spit any out. I am a sucker for happy endings and strapped cowboys.
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