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Dave wrote:
I would not choose a spade bit. Rather just an ordinary or lip & spur
wood drill.

A spade drill will let me make the hole to my dimensions. I can grind
the sides to reduce the diameter.

Spade drills are for fast rough drilling. Not ideal for fitting a dowel.
An auger or similar gives the cleanest entry.

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Dave Plowman London SW
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