Name that drill bit

[Mahana79]

I think this is what you are discribing

DEWALT Pilot Point Gold Ferrous Oxide Drill Bit — 9/32in., Model# DW1918 |Drill Bits | Northern Tool + Equipment

let us know if this is it.

 

[tnau664]

I think this is what you are discribing

DEWALT Pilot Point Gold Ferrous Oxide Drill Bit — 9/32in., Model# DW1918 |Drill Bits | Northern Tool + Equipment

let us know if this is it.

Still not it Mahana79, I'll try to post a pic today.

This has got to be the most helpful forum a person could ever find. Thanks for all the replys.

Terry

 

[MadReferee]

You are either describing a pilot point bit or a step drill bit. I also have plenty of both and use them al the time in the shop.

However, each has their own use. The pilot point bits with the small points are used for thru holes. These are typically inexpensive and the Black and Decker set mentioned earlier is a good example.

The step drill bit usually has a longer point (1/2" or more) and are typically used for chamfering, countersinking and counterboring holes that are to be tapped or used with flush fitting cap screws. These are typically not for thru holes. Step drills are rather expensive, $15-$20 for a 1/4" one made in the USA.

If you are loking for good drill bits try KBC Tools. Good prices, great selection, lots of make in USA stuff. Way better than Enco.

 

[GT2]

I agree with BTM, they are called Bullet Bits.

 

[MadReferee]

I agree with BTM, they are called Bullet Bits.

Bullet Bits is the brand name that B&D uses to market their pilot point bits.

 

[Bird]

Bullet Bits is the brand name that B&D uses to market their pilot point bits.

I remembered the "pilot point" part, but not the "Bullet" part so I had to go out in the shop and look at mine. Sure enough, it says "Bullet" on the case. There are 13 bits in the set from 1/16" to 3/8". Actually the 4 smallest ones do not have the pilot point. Pilot points start with the 1/8" and up.

 

[tnau664]

Well dang it. It appears the last one is now gone as well. Rita and I have both been looking for it today and it's jumped up and moved from the places it was supposed to be. If I find it I'll post a pic, otherwise I'll just keep looking.

Thanks
Terry

 

[BTDT]

Briggs-Weaver in Dallas used to handle all kinds of tools and cutting equipment. I don't know if they have anything near you, but a search here turned up about a hundred pages/listings for drill bits. McMaster-Carr, W.W.Grainger and others may also have what your looking for. Good luck.

 

[George2615]

If they look like these, they are pilot point bits.

 

[JC-jetro]

How about a forstner bit, they have a brad pilot and drill very accurate holes and they are mainly for wood working.