It’s often said that you don’t need a drill bit; what you need is a hole. How you make that hole is up to you, but it’s a given that you want to make it as efficiently as possible. The drill bit, ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. DeWalt's Black and Gold drill bits are made from a type of tool steel known as High Speed Steel, often abbreviated as HSS. While HSS is a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Drill bits come in a startlingly wide array of sizes, shapes, and job-specific types. Most DIYers and repairers will be familiar with the ...

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I've been thinking about buying one of these but I don't know if they are just a gimmick. Also, if they genuinely work well how good do your bits need to be in the first place to be worth sharpening?

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. You can tell a dull drill bit more or less immediately. If you're drilling wood, you'll likely see thin wisps of smoke as it starts to burn.