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1/2-in x 16-in Woodboring Spade bit Drill Bit

Ratings & Reviews for IRWIN 1/2-in x 16-in Woodboring Spade bit Drill Bit

4.6
108
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 4.6 out of 5
108 Reviews


91% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

The drill bit is generally considered a high-quality and effective tool for various woodworking tasks. Many users praised its ability to quickly and cleanly drill through thick, dense lumber. The bit was also noted for staying sharp even after extensive use and being well-constructed with minimal wobble or flex. However, some users found the bit dulled relatively quickly, especially when drilling harder woods. A few customers also received defective bits that were warped or of poor quality.

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108 Customer Reviews

Cuts through railroad ties like butter

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Must-have

May 10, 2026
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good bit

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works great

May 6, 2026
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makes wood cry when used right

im just doing this for a gift card.. i didnt even use it yet

April 21, 2026
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Perfect for the job!

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Worked great!

April 5, 2026
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Worked like a charm

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This item worked beutifully to repair a split in our tree after a windstorm. I wouldnt hesitate to purchase it again. Thank lowes!

April 3, 2026
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Good Quality, Works as Expected

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This worked exactly as expected, I used it to drill holes in six by sixes while installing a fire pit frame. It’s great quality and I can tell I’ll be able to use it for several projects in the future.

March 18, 2026
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Strong and durable drill bit strong and durable bi

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Really nice drill bit to drill into rail road tires

March 7, 2026
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Good sturdy drill bit

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Very good extra long drill bit

March 3, 2026
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Good quality

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Used this to drill holes through railroad ties for rebar to go through. Nice sharp bit and made easy work drilling holes through the railroad ties.

January 19, 2026
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January 7, 2026
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make sure it is long enuf for your project

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sturdy and bore the hole easily

November 13, 2025
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Spade bit

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Worked well for running coax cable, no complaints

September 18, 2025
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Very shart & Long lasting

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I got these to drill holes through railroad ties so I could drive 1/2" rebar through them and into the ground. It's tough to drill through, but these bits work pretty well.

August 19, 2025
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