Ratings & Reviews for DEWALT 5/8-in 6-in Black and gold coated HSS Silver Deming Twist Drill Bit
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise the drill bit's exceptional sharpness and durability when cutting through steel and hard materials, with most noting it stays sharp through multiple holes and handles thick steel plates without overheating. Many highlight reliable, consistent performance across demanding applications. However, some report frustration with shank size discrepancies—receiving 1/2" shanks instead of advertised 3/8" or 11/32", making them incompatible with certain drills. A few users experience premature dulling or bending, though these issues are uncommon. Overall, most customers consider it a dependable choice despite compatibility concerns.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Soft steel drill bit
Drill bit got full very quickly, and had to sharpen it multiple times while drilling through 2” of steel, which was predrilled with a 3/8” drill
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Stuff
Would RecommendVery dependable. Got the job done drilling out pitman arm on my Jeep XJ. Gets pricey caused needs 3 of them.
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Shank Size NOT 11/32” As Listed In Specifications
Would Not RecommendShank size is 1/2”. NOT 11/32” as listed in specifications! Will not fit 3/8” chuck. Now, I’ve got to drive back to Lowe’s! Bummer!
OK for mild steel, not recommended for hardened st
Did OK to good going thru a tractor bucket made of mild steel. Then needed to go thru the hardened steel cutting blade on the bottom lip of the bucket and it was a bit much for this bit.
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THIS WILL NOT FIT A 3/8 inch DRILL
Would Not RecommendIt says reduced shank on the package; the specs on the web say 11/16 shank (less than 3/8); the Lowes associate said “it should fit” my 3/8 inch drill. IT DOESN’T. Not even close.
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Not for use in steel
Would Not RecommendTried to drill 2 holes in 3/8 plate and with plenty of oil and slow speed couldn't finish the job
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great drill bit
Would Recommendi ended up not needing this, however it wit works like the 9/16 bit, then it is an excellent bit.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Drill was just I needed with a 1/2" shank, worked great
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Desalt 5/8 Drill bit
Would RecommendI needed to drill some 11/16” holes in a truck frame but couldn’t find that size bit. I made this one work, and it worked pretty well.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Bid drill bit.
Would RecommendMost drill index stop at 1/2”. Lowe’s had a decent selection of “oversized” bits that meet my needs.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Drill bit
Would RecommendTapered shank fit drill perfectly. Cut evenly and was good and sharp
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
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