On 2/19/2012 9:11 AM, Bruce wrote:

I want to avoid any grain pullout or other damage that would require
patching, excessive sanding, etc

I'm using a two flute spiral bit if that matters.

Bruce,

Just in the (unlikely) event you don't know Pat Warner, his post on your
question is the definitive, authoritative answer.

Take it as gospel and you won't go wrong ...

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