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Forstner Bit Recommendation
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09-25-2020, 10:50 AM
I need to build a large (2") Forstner bit for a project I'm working on (staked table). I had always heard good things about the Colt Maxicut Bits, but apparently those are no longer made. Does anyone have any recommendations? Also, this bit is going to need to go in at a slight angle. Not sure if that makes much of a difference, but figured I should mention it.
Mark 
09-25-2020, 11:11 AM
(This post was last modified: 09-25-2020, 11:13 AM by Timberwolf.)
(09-25-2020, 10:50 AM)msweig Wrote: I need to build a large (2") Forstner bit for a project I'm working on (staked table). I had always heard good things about the Colt Maxicut Bits, but apparently those are no longer made. Does anyone have any recommendations? Also, this bit is going to need to go in at a slight angle. Not sure if that makes much of a difference, but figured I should mention it................................ Could you use a hole saw and a router to clean up the bottom of the hole? the "angle thing" may make this impractical, on second thought. 
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09-25-2020, 11:14 AM
I bought a set of cheap forstner bits, they worked ok for a short time.
Then I bought a set of Freud forstner bits about 10-15 yeas ago....they still cut great today.
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Mark 
09-25-2020, 12:33 PM
The Freud bits are very good, both the carbide and the HSS. They have a 2" one that would be worth considering, and it shouldn't have a problem with the angle on a DP.
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09-25-2020, 08:40 PM
I got a Freud set in 2011 and they are still going strong. If/when I need to get a replacement bit, it'll be another Freud.
09-26-2020, 01:19 PM
A practical consensus makes that pretty easy. Thanks for the help. I'll probably go with the HSS one (as this isn't a size I see myself using frequently).
Mark 
09-27-2020, 02:33 PM
If for any reason you’re not using a drill press, drill the hole in a larger block, then rip it at the proper angle. Give yourself enough extra size to clamp it securely. Then, the angle won’t be an issue.
Gary
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09-29-2020, 06:39 PM
Affinity Tools sells the Fisch brand bits. I have their Wave Cutter forstner bits.
Best cutting Forstner bits I have encountered in 30 years as a professional. If you need to drill clean holes, spending more on the bits to begin with will probably save you in materials. |
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