The Irwin Marples 1966897 Forstner wood boring drill bit is a precision tool designed for fine woodworking and cabinet making. This 5/8-inch diameter bit excels at boring smooth, flat-bottomed holes with clean entry, even when starting on uneven surfaces.
Forstner bits are a go-to choice for woodworkers seeking precision holes in their projects. The brad point design starts the bit cleanly on uneven surfaces, and the flat-bottomed holes enhance the look of finished woodwork. The smooth-finished holes produced by this bit are ideal for fine woodworking applications where appearance and accuracy matter.
Features and Benefits
- Brad Point Start: Starts cleanly on uneven surfaces for reliable hole initiation.
- Flat-Bottomed Holes: Creates smooth, precise flat-bottomed holes for professional-quality woodworking results.
- Reduced Shank: The 3/8-inch diameter shank fits 3/8-inch and larger drill chucks, making it compatible with most standard drills and drill presses.
- Sharp Teeth: Maintains edge sharpness through repeated use for consistent, smooth wood removal.
- Fine Woodworking Tool: A trusted choice for cabinet work and precision applications where clean holes are essential.
Specifications
- Brand: Irwin Marples
- Model: 1966897
- Bit Diameter: 5/8 inch
- Overall Length: 3-1/2 inches
- Shank Diameter: 3/8 inch (reduced)
- Compatibility: Fits 3/8-inch and larger drills and drill presses
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.Some examples of these chemicals are: lead from lead-based paints, crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work.To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
