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Marples 1-1/4-in x 3-11/16-in Woodboring Forstner bit Drill Bit

Ratings & Reviews for IRWIN Marples 1-1/4-in x 3-11/16-in Woodboring Forstner bit Drill Bit

4.6
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 4.6 out of 5
224 Reviews


91% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The drill bits are generally praised for their sharpness, clean cutting ability, and suitability for various woodworking projects. They are described as cutting smoothly through hardwoods and leaving clean, precise holes. However, some customers have experienced issues with the bits becoming dull more quickly than expected, especially when encountering hard materials. There were also a few reports of mislabeled bit sizes. Overall, the drill bits seem to be a quality product, but users should be aware of potential durability and accuracy concerns, especially for more demanding applications.

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224 Customer Reviews

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Works well for drilling hole for cabinet hinges

June 22, 2026
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It seems like it will get the jobs done

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I haven't used it yet.But I like how it's made

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Forstner Bit Game Changer

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This 1.25-inch Forstner bit is a game-changer. It cuts incredibly clean, flat-bottomed holes with absolutely zero tear-out. It bores through tough hardwoods like butter and tracks perfectly straight every time. Highly recommended!

May 26, 2026
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Works like it should.

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Used this in a drill press to thin out a board I need to install a knob on for a side project, worked great, did what I needed.

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perfect for cabinet hinges

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precisely made

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Good title.

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Product works great. Good clean hole.

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Very sharp

Works well

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Would by again

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Great product

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Good cutter

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Handled a 2" deep hole in maple with ease.

April 3, 2026
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assisted in creating 2 inch holes in house project

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This was ok to bore holes in white pine. on the tip of the Milwaukee drill it did pretty decent.

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Clean precise cuts

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I purchased this forester drill bit for a woodworking project and it performed exactly as I had hoped. It drill smooth, clean holes with very little tear-out. The bit felt sturdy and started cleanly without wandering. Good quality for the price.

February 25, 2026
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Would buy again

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Just what I needed

February 7, 2026
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good tool

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served the job good

January 14, 2026
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It did the job!

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Made a nice hole right where I wanted it

December 28, 2025
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