Material | Blend |
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Shank Type | Straight |
Brand | Freud |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.65 x 3.25 x 1 inches |
Tool Flute Type | Straight |
Surface Recommendation | Steel,Wood |
Manufacturer | Freud |
Part Number | FB-003 |
Item Weight | 0.353 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 6.65 x 3.25 x 1 inches |
Item model number | FB-003 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 1/2" x 1/4" |
Color | Multi |
Style | 1/2-Inch by 1/4-Inch Shank Forstner Drill Bit |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Measurement System | Metric |
Included Components | 1/2-Inch by 1/4-Inch Shank Forstner Drill Bit |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
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1/2-Inch by 5/16-Inch Shank Forstner Drill Bit
Material | Blend |
Shank Type | Straight |
Brand | Freud |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.65 x 3.25 x 1 inches |
Tool Flute Type | Straight |
About this item
- 1/2-Inch by 5/16-Inch Shank Forstner Drill Bit
- 1/2-Inch by 5/16-Inch Shank Forstner Drill Bit
- 1/2-Inch by 5/16-Inch Shank Forstner Drill Bit
- 1/2-Inch by 5/16-Inch Shank Forstner Drill Bit
- 1/2-Inch by 5/16-Inch Shank Forstner Drill Bit
- Drill flat bottomed holes without splintering
- Drill straight, angled and overlapping holes
- Precision machined for best results
- Right hand rotation
- Covered by Freud's limited lifetime warranty
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Value for money | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.3 |
Accuracy | 4.2 | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.3 |
Longevity | — | 5.0 | 4.0 | — | 4.5 | 4.0 |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | LINRUI TOOLS | Amazon.com | yuchuan-us |
material | Blend, Blend, Blend, Blend, Blend | Blend, Blend, Blend, Blend, Blend | Blend, Blend, Blend, Blend, Blend | — | Blend, Blend, Blend, Blend, Blend | Carbide |
shank type | Straight | Straight | Straight | HEX SHANK | Straight | Straight |
tool flute type | Straight | Straight | Straight | Spiral | Straight | Straight |
surface suggestion | Steel,Wood | Wood | Alloy Steel | Wood | Steel,Wood | Wood |
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ASIN | B00004RK4P |
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Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #52,588 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #34 in Forstner Drill Bits |
Date First Available | July 5, 2000 |
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Product Description
Freud-Diablo FB-003 1/2-Inch by 5/16-Inch Shank Forstner Drill Bit
From the Manufacturer
Freud's High Speed Steel Forstner Bits drill clean holes in wood and most wood products. The sharp center spur accurately locates the center of your hole. Use for drilling flat bottom holes, pocket holes or overlapping holes.
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Customers like the quality, sharpness, performance, value, and holes of the forstner bits. For example, they mention that it's the best forsster bits that you can get for the price, it works really well, and that the holes are clean and precise. Customers are also impresseded with the cutting quality, appearance, and cleaning.
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Customers like the quality of the tools. They mention that it produces clean cuts and is robust enough to last. Some say that the product itself is fine, while others say that stickers ruin the visual appearance. However, most are happy with the quality and durability of the forstner bits.
"...awesome Freud, on the other hand, cut smooth straight holes with no breakout, even when drilling with just one pass.How does it wear?..." Read more
"...Product itself is fine, stickers just ruin the visual appearance and takes time to get cleaned up." Read more
"very good, well made drills. very sharp, made excellent straight edge hole. nice box. would buy again" Read more
"...This is the perfect type of drill bit for this type of job...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the drill bit. They mention that it is very well balanced, and can cut through the hardest woods. The wooden box keeps them sharp and is easy to find. Some say that the cut quality wasn't bad for hand drilling.
"...This awesome Freud, on the other hand, cut smooth straight holes with no breakout, even when drilling with just one pass...." Read more
"Just used this forstner bit and the cut was very smooth and accurate. Diablo puts out good products at a reasonable price." Read more
"very good, well made drills. very sharp, made excellent straight edge hole. nice box. would buy again" Read more
"...We have made 12 holes for sliding door pulls so far and the bit is still very sharp and working as well as it did for the first hole...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the tools. They mention that they work well on soft woods and are sturdy and sharp. Some say that the drill bit works well in soft wood, but goes dull very quickly in hardwood. However, some customers find the bits superb for lower levels of use.
"Did an excellent job with no issues." Read more
"Has worked very well for drilling holes for 2 1/8" circular finger-pulls for sliding closet doors...." Read more
"...as it starts with a considerable wobble before cutting, the spade bit works well but a challenge to keep it from taking too big of a bite in the..." Read more
"1 1/8" bit needed to drill for robotic bearings. Worked perfect" Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the tools. They say the quality is consistent with the price and the sizes fit their needs.
"...Great buy." Read more
"...Diablo puts out good products at a reasonable price." Read more
"...to add to my Freud Forstner bit collection because they are well worth the money." Read more
"...you are dealing with MDF for building an arcade cabinet, this is worth the price over a 1 1/8" hole saw...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the holes the bits make. They mention that the holes are clean, precise, and smooth with no tear-out. The bits are sharp and leave nice clean holes. Some say that the bits are able to drill perfect holes without wandering.
"...This thing cuts holes that are straight and smooth. I was using it for drilling pine 1x8 boards...." Read more
"very good, well made drills. very sharp, made excellent straight edge hole. nice box. would buy again" Read more
"...was a bit coarse and after 100 holes one got dull but still was making good holes...." Read more
"Bits are sharp and leave nice clean holes. Just an FYI that I received PB-107B instead of PB-107 as advertised, so did not receive the wooden case." Read more
Customers like the cutting quality of the tool. They mention that it is sharp, produces very clean cuts, and makes smooth holes with nice shavings. Some say that the bits cut great and that the product doesn't come with a case.
"...a quality bit makes, these are made by Freud and glide through wood like butter. Great buy." Read more
"...This thing cuts holes that are straight and smooth. I was using it for drilling pine 1x8 boards...." Read more
"This set produces clean cuts and appears to be robust enough to last through quite a bit of use in even hardwoods with high silica content...." Read more
"...straight, no chips, no misforming, and it makes smooth holes with nice shavings, no dust.I'm using it on a drill press...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the tools. They mention it's a great looking product with good quality and a very nice box. The design of these drill bits is exceptional, and the holes they make are clean and precise. They also say it'll last a while and is a bit for fine woodwork.
"...acrylic for aquarium, will update if any issues, this thing looks really sharp...." Read more
"This is the bit for fine woodwork, even veneer." Read more
"...These bits are made in Austria and come in a very nice wooden enclosure. Their quality is very good, and the price on Amazon is excellent...." Read more
"...These drills are also good quality and in a nice wood box." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the cleaning of the bits. They mention that it leaves clean edges and makes big shavings. The bits are faster and always cleaner than paddle and twist bits. The result is smooth holes that need no sanding and cleanout. The flukes on the bottom make a clean, flat finish to the cut. They provide accurate depth and a clear bore bottom every time. Customers are also impresseded with how clean these cuts are.
"...As for the bits themselves, I'm amazed at how clean these cuts are...." Read more
"...This bit does the trick, even in the hardest oak. Leaves clean edges and makes big shavings...." Read more
"...super sharp, very well balanced and cut super fast and clean through soft and hardwoods...." Read more
"...It also makes a much more clean hole in the wood than the paddle bit. Highly recommend this bit for anyone thinking about purchasing it...." Read more
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I had an opportunity to compare it directly to an Irwin Forstner bit. I was impatient while waiting for the Freud to arrive, so I bought the Irwin bit locally. Normally Irwin is a reasonable value brand for tools. But this Freud was so much better it just blew me away. This thing cuts holes that are straight and smooth. I was using it for drilling pine 1x8 boards. The Irwin tended to breakout, even when I drilled halfway and flipped it over to finish the hole. This awesome Freud, on the other hand, cut smooth straight holes with no breakout, even when drilling with just one pass.
How does it wear? I've used it for at least 60 holes with no issues or signs of wear. Excellent holes from first to last.
Highly recommended!
BTW, I still like Irwin for other products, like their speed clamps, and even their "spade" drill bits, but for Forstners, this Freud rules.
Product itself is fine, stickers just ruin the visual appearance and takes time to get cleaned up.
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2022
Product itself is fine, stickers just ruin the visual appearance and takes time to get cleaned up.
Cut quality wasn't bad for hand drilling, I kept it 90 to the cutting surface and didn't drill too fast. It didn't grab and pull me at all.
Cut quality wasn't bad for hand drilling, I kept it 90 to the cutting surface and didn't drill too fast. It didn't grab and pull me at all.