N80
Super Member
I don't work with metal much but from time to time I do and seem to be doing more than usual lately. My Harbor Freight drill bits and the pile of drill bits I inherited from my Dad are not getting the job done. Lots of work. Holes not pretty. I know they can be sharpened but even when sharp they only last a minute or two and even then don't cut all that well.
I recently came across a 'good' drill bit in the pile of old bits from Dad. All the markings were worn off of it so I couldn't tell what it was. It was old and well used but did a far better job and for a lot longer than anything else I have.
So the assumption on my part is that some bits are better than others both in cut quality and ability to hold an edge. My question is, is there a specific brand of bits that would be worth the money for a part timer like me for general drill press and hand held drill work? I do not need a wide variety of sizes. I'd be willing to pay for quality.
I recently came across a 'good' drill bit in the pile of old bits from Dad. All the markings were worn off of it so I couldn't tell what it was. It was old and well used but did a far better job and for a lot longer than anything else I have.
So the assumption on my part is that some bits are better than others both in cut quality and ability to hold an edge. My question is, is there a specific brand of bits that would be worth the money for a part timer like me for general drill press and hand held drill work? I do not need a wide variety of sizes. I'd be willing to pay for quality.