Drill bits, what's good?

[68454RS]

I burn up bits, any recommendations on a good brand of bits that last?

[ErikLS2]

I've had really good luck and long term use with Snap-On. Recently ordered some of these for work and they seem really good too.
https://www.amazon.com/Norseman-4417...ustomerReviews

Cutting oil is your friend, use it every time and if the bit isn't cutting (producing chips) it's quickly being dulled (is that a word?).

[joeko23]

I also burn up almost all my drill bits. I now try to use step drill bits whenever I can as they have lasted the longest for me. I get a 3 piece set from harbor freight.

If you need a long drill bit, I’ve seen these drill bit point bits. They are more expensive but should last way longer than normal bits. I plan to buy them once all my normal bits are burned up.

Norseman 22903 1/16 in. - 1/2 in. Super Premium Black and Gold Oxide Hi-Molybdenum Steel Drill Bit Set, 29-Piece, grey https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08X95SCT7...ing=UTF8&psc=1

[camcojb]

All my bits are cobalt, seem to last longer than anything else I've tried.

[68454RS]

Thanks Guys, and from what research I've been doing, definitely the Cobalt with 8% which are the M42's. Those Norseman get great reviews

[Chevy Kid]

Chicago Latrobe or TRW are great brands in a couple different grades. Also try slowing the drill down, and as mentioned, cutting oil!


Tim