Paul R wrote:
Is there any way to drill a hole thru a finished cabinet, as in
installing handles, and not have the wood finish at the other end of the
hole (the exit point) become splintered or otherwise split when the bit
comes thru? FWIW, I'm using a variable speed drill.

Clamp a piece of scrap to the back, and do clamp it; don't try to hold it.
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