Drill bit sets

[mbryson]

@lhracing had a post on here the other day about a Matco drill bit set.

I have a great connection at MSC I should leverage for tools and supplies more often and I've been trying to find a set that I should snag. Anyone that knows drills know what I'd want for general garage use? I'm tired of having crap drill bits.

PTD

https://www.mscdirect.com/product/details/78582715

Hertel

https://www.mscdirect.com/product/details/74130048

Thoughts on either of the above? A set I've overlooked? Have you met my connection at MSC before (he's a schmuck for sure and I could tell you 48+ years of stories)?

 

[Rot Box]

Been rockin these for a few years now. Good stuff:

Drill America - DWD29J-CO-PC 29 Piece M35 Cobalt Drill Bit Set in Round Case (1/16" - 1/2" X 64ths), DWDCO Series https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FXGOMI...t_i_GQTE7PNFYMR0QQVJ09E5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Rot Box]

Been rockin these for a few years now. Good stuff:

Drill America - DWD29J-CO-PC 29 Piece M35 Cobalt Drill Bit Set in Round Case (1/16" - 1/2" X 64ths), DWDCO Series https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FXGOMI...t_i_GQTE7PNFYMR0QQVJ09E5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Dang looking at the reviews I’m not sure mine are the same as the bits currently available.

Looks like they’re made in China now too… oye. Might pass on them IMO.

 

[UNSTUCK]

https://d3vypigyjoqnv3.cloudfront.net/app/uploads/2020/06/Rockmount_LaserBest-Bits_Abrasives_Metalworking_Product-Information.pdf?t=1592507735

Probably the most expensive option but I had a set last ten years of heavy use. Really amazing quality.

 

[Mouse]

My favorite set is Norseman - they stay sharp and are made in the USA (Minnesota): http://norsemandrill.com/

 

[Seven]

I've been happy with the following bosch set. Granted before this was the harbor freight titanium and craftsman ones. But this set does what I need if I respect them. Had a set for 3 years.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Bosch-14-Piece-Cobalt-Twist-Drill-Bit-Set/1000549733

 

[skippy]

I have been using these lately and for the money they have been great, I use them almost daily in my line of work and so far I have had this set for a year.

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[Gravy]

Who has a good source for metric drill bits in.the $30-$40 range?

 

[mbryson]

Check the msc website and I can add it to my order for you if you want?

MSC Industrial Supply - Metalworking tools and MRO Supplies

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www.mscdirect.com

I think I get about 10-20% off listed price?

 

[Homefryy]

Anybody know of a set where the bits put themselves back when you are done? I have a tendency to lose my drill bits before they get dull.
Would pay top dollar for un-lose-able drill bits.

 

[N-Smooth]

I went to MSC a few years back to buy a handful of bits in sizes I normally use (3/8, 1/2, 9/16, 5/8, 3/4). I told the guy I wanted good but not bank-breaking quality. I can't remember if my budget was $50 or $100 but I've been super pleased. They're all even different brands and whatnot. Wayyyy better than the HF bits I've used forever.

Anybody know of a set where the bits put themselves back when you are done? I have a tendency to lose my drill bits before they get dull.
Would pay top dollar for un-lose-able drill bits.

I keep my bits within reach of the drill press for this very reason. Organizing them somewhere else just means losing them.

 

[UNSTUCK]

Anybody know of a set where the bits put themselves back when you are done? I have a tendency to lose my drill bits before they get dull.
Would pay top dollar for un-lose-able drill bits.

Just buy a drill for each bit. Never take the bit out.