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SPEEDBOR MAX 5/8-in x 6-in Woodboring Tri-flute bit Drill Bit

Ratings & Reviews for IRWIN SPEEDBOR MAX 5/8-in x 6-in Woodboring Tri-flute bit Drill Bit

4.4
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 4.4 out of 5
225 Reviews


87% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The product is a high-performing and versatile woodworking drill bit that can quickly and cleanly drill holes through various types of wood, including hardwoods and old, rough-cut lumber. Many customers praised its sharp, aggressive cutting ability, which allows it to "chew through" the material with minimal effort. However, some caution that its aggressive nature requires careful control, as it can pull the drill forward and potentially cause issues if used improperly or in certain applications. A small number of users also reported that the bit dulled or burned up more quickly than expected, especially when used on very hard woods. Overall, the consensus is that the drill bit is an excellent choice for tasks like boring holes for electrical wiring, installing landscape timbers, and creating pilot holes for other projects, though users should take care when operating it.

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225 Customer Reviews

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Would Recommend

I bought this to drill precise holes through pergola posts to mount onto metal brackets. It drilled straight and true although it didn't eject shavings on its own very efficiently.

June 21, 2026
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See above

Would Recommend

Irwin products have proven to be top quality over years of experience.

May 6, 2026
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Nice

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Sharp

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Works well in my Metabo impact driver for driver.

Would Recommend

Used this to drill holes in studs.

August 12, 2025
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Worth the price.

Would Recommend

Fast, maybe too fast. It cleared its cutting easy enough. No prob going through 2x4 and such.

July 19, 2025
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Fast and clean boring

Would Recommend

Great tool to have available. I replaced all paddle bits that I could with these. So fast and can use with my old under-powered cordless drill.

May 23, 2025
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Great but

Would Recommend

I bought this for drilling holes through the wood got running power throughout the house. It is sturdy and gets the job done.

February 27, 2025
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What you should know about this drill bit.

This drill bit made my light duty drill smoke when I tried to drill a hole in a stump. It really needs a heavy drill drill for best results.

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Response from Irwin Tools

Hello Mark and thank you for your feedback on the 3041009 IRWIN SPEEDBOR MAX 1-1/4-in x 6-in Woodboring Tri-flute Drill Bit. Your feedback is valuab...

Irwin ToolsJanuary 14, 2025

Not good for hard/dense wood.

Would Not Recommend

The bit almost broke my wrist. It bites very well, but there is nothing on the packaging the warns that it is probably only good for soft woods. The self-driving/self-drawing screw grabs tight, but the blade head is not sharp enough to cut at the rate of pull into the wood. It immediately locked up the drill head and spun the grip.

December 23, 2024
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Response from Irwin Tools

Hello jbinsomnia. I appreciate your feedback. I would like to speak to you about the experience you had with the 3041009 IRWIN SPEEDBOR MAX 1-1/4-in...

Irwin ToolsDecember 24, 2024

Fast drilling bit

Works great

August 30, 2024
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Works great could use a little longer shaft

Would Recommend
July 26, 2024
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