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1-7/8" (Dia.) Forstner Bit
From the Manufacturer
Precision Shear Forstner Bits feature a double-ground, razor-sharp serrated edge that slices throughout the rotation of the bit for less splintering and chipping, producingflawless flat-bottom holes. This unique geomtric design has multiple cutting edges that produce greater shearing action, allowing for faster rotational speeds and more efficient cutting. Competitive forstner bit designs produce small chips and dust that collect in the cutting area, increasing friction and heat, thus causing the bit to dull quickly. Those designs also create holes with rough edges that require sanding. In addition to serrated edges, Precision Shear Forstner Bits include a hardened steel body for longer life and sharper edge, an ultra sharp spur to ensure accurate holes and less "walking", and steep angled cutting edges to produce holes that are smooth and flat.
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2024
Allways happy with Freud products
Shaun Medeiros
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2024
Flawless cutting razor sharp and durable
Linda Kelly
Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2023
Bought this for a woodworking project wherein I would lay a military medallion in a recess on a plaque. The bit performed beautifully! My project was a winner!
Paul R.
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2022
I've used Freud 10" table saw blades for years and always found them good. My experience with this bit wasn't up to my expectations.I needed this bit (1-7/8") for a woodworking bench I was building. I was using 1-7/8" diameter slip tenons I turned on my lathe at critical points in the bench structure and I needed this bit for the mortises. I was drilling into both side grain and end grain of hickory. My driver was a high quality 13 amp Milwaukee hand drill with a side handle. (Don't try to use one of these bits without a side handle!) I ordered this bit after quickly dulling a cheaper Forstner. Much to my surprise this bit had trouble with the hickory end grain too, despite my careful control of speed and pressure. It dulled pretty quickly and had trouble making progress just like the cheaper bit. Since, despite my best efforts, I have not had much success sharpening my cheaper Forstner bits, and not having any interest in trying to sharpen this Freud, I came away thinking I might have been better off buying a cheaper bit, or two, to complete my work.Oh, and the packaging was damaged when the bit arrived, and despite its cost it had no protective cover for storing. My cheaper bits have protective covers.
Mauricio Villarreal gallegos
Reviewed in Mexico on March 18, 2022
Buen producto exactamente para lo que necesitaba
RONDI
Reviewed in Canada on July 13, 2021
A beautiful tool. Does a fantastic job.
dvryno
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2021
Did what I bought this bit to do - drill 9 inch deep hole into end grain on a wood lathe. Drill then back out a little, drill and then back out a little until reach depth - this will reduce heat buildup that can both ruin the tool and the wood
Ron Morgan
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2021
Honestly, I really was skeptical regarding the extra cost of the Freud Forstner bits. For years I had been using a Porter Cable set that cost much less and was actually pretty satisfied with the results. I usually had to do some sanding but figured that was just normal. When I needed a size that wasn't included in my set I started to order a cheaper bit but decided to find out if the Freud bits were really as good as the hype said. Well, they are! Just take a look at the pictures I have attached and labeled. I drilled into a scrap pine 4x4 with a Porter Cable and the Freud bits. The serrated edge on the Freud really does make a difference. The sides are so clean, even in the soft pine, that it doesn't require any sanding at all. I guess there really is something to the old adage that you get what you pay for, at least in this case. From now on I'll be buying Freud bits and have no problem recommending you do the same if you want quality.
Mark L. Brackett
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2017
I had to bore holes 9" deep, in pressure treated wood, the bit got hot to say the least
smj
Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2012
This is exactly what a Forstner bit should be, it is very sharp and straigh, no wobbles.I purchased a 16 bit set with a wood box, all but 4 bits were not true and wobbled in the drill press. It is impossible to make a precise hole with them.This bit is heavenly compared to them. It is made in Austria.There is a noticable difference in the products I've made with this bit.
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