120 Bit for 20 bucks

[RAFlorida]

You can use pay pal if you like.

http://1saleaday.com/wireless/

For the price it sounds reasonable. What do you think? (I did order a set.)

[Stytooner]

I think it is probably pretty good.
I think the case is probably worth that.
I do buy a few sizes in bulk, but keep them in the envelops they come in. The case would be a lot nicer.

[cabinetman]

It does seem like a good deal. I saw the regular price, and even at that makes you wonder how good the bits are.


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[RAFlorida]

I agree with you both in terms of your posts.

I use to buy my bits by the package also, but had to jump on this one, and yes for the case too! lol Once it arrives I'll repost here and let you know how good it is and the quality of the bits. Yeah Mike, the not on sale price is some what steep, but usually better quality bits run much higher. Thanks for your thoughts guys, much appreciated.

[durango dude]

Every other bit will be warped and/or dull. They'll break easy, and you'll go through them like a kid goes through
candy on Halloween (ask me how I know).

Surprisingly, my harbor freight brad point bits roll smoothly and true - and the price was downright reasonable.

Only thing I had to do was soak them in mineral spirits to get rid of the oil they soak the bits in for shipping.

http://www.harborfreight.com/29-piece-brad-point-wood-drill-bit-set-35837.html

They're over-stating the savings ---- take a look at Rockler: $34.99

[LCHIEN]

if you use bits for woodworking primarily, I 'd say its no need to buy this kit.
135 degree bits are usually used for metal work, they walk less on metals than 118 degree bits you usually get.
When woodworking, I seldom have to sharpen bits, if ever. If woodworking, you'd do better to get a nice set of brad points (which are essentially unsharpenable anyway).
I use a drill press for 97% of my drilling, can't remember when i last broke a bit.

[RAV2]

lots of bad reviews on these sets...

[LCHIEN]

Amazon review of 160-piece Maxtech drill bits (looks like same set but up to larger sizes)
1.0 out of 5 stars Worst bits I've ever seen October 19, 2012
By Elliott Balsley
I should have known when I saw the price, but I'm a sucker for a good deal. Well this is not a good deal.
First bit: dull in 1 day
Second bit: dull in 3 hours
Third bit: snapped on second hole
Fourth bit: not straight

After this experience, I am happy to keep buying bits for $3-4 each because I know they will last.

[cabinetman]

For whatever they cost, I prefer brad point bits. They provide a much cleaner start and a smoother hole, IMO.

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[durango dude]

(I did order a set.)

Let us know what you think ----

Like I said - I think the inexpensive brad points from HF are better bang for your buck.

My litmus test ---- roll the bit and see if it's warped.

Next - put it into a drill press, drill a hole, and measure the hole.

If the hole measures up as it should - congratulations.
If not --- condolences - at least you had fun bargain hunting.

[RAFlorida]

LOL, well do sir.

I do a lot of metal work of sorts, and thought and hope these are worthy bits. But I will let you all know how they work out for sure. Thanks all for your worthy input, much appreciated.

[pelligrini]

When you do try them out, be sure to wear your eye protection.

[LCHIEN]

be more worthwhile for metal work... I though since this was a WW forum you were buying them for wood.

[RAFlorida]

In deed they will be used for some wood working projects, (if they are worthy enough). I just figured that some of us wood workers occasionally have to drill holes in metal once in a while...
Are you suggesting that I should take this to a metal worker's forum??

[leehljp]

I almost bought a set then thought that I have at least 2 of almost every size imaginable. I have two HF TiN 115 bit sets (used one in Japan and one here) and then bought a cobolt set in the 115, plus several sets of metric picked up in Japan, along with numerous individual bits purchased over the years.

And of course the Drill Doctor. Metal or wood, doesn't matter, I got it covered.

Can't use the DD on my forstners though!