Bill wrote in :

Puckdropper wrote:

Brad point drill bits are great for woodworking. They have a really
sharp point on the end (like a nail) and sometimes a couple of "spur"
points on the edges. This makes the bit cut a really clean circle
without wandering.


Yes, I collected a small set of those. I'm not sure if they make them
in 1/8" sizes as are applicable for pre-drilling. If I see one on my
next trip to the store, I'll get it.


I haven't had any trouble with bits smaller than 1/8" wandering. It
might be that it's easier to put greater pressure on the tip, so it stays
in place, or it might just be that the cutting edge dig in rather than
gripping.

If you want to experiment, watch for Menards to have a sale on their
drill bits. There's a set with twist and brad point bits that
occasionally goes on sale for less than a buck after in-store rebate. I
think there's 18 bits total, 12 twist and 6 brad point. They're sold
under the Tool Shop brand. The size range goes from really small (1/16?)
to 5/16".

Puckdropper
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