Ratings & Reviews for IRWIN SPEEDBOR MAX 5/8-in x 6-in Woodboring Tri-flute bit Drill Bit
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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.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Quick drill bit
Would RecommendDrills holes quickly
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Don’t buy it
Would Not RecommendTerrible product
From SPEEDBOR MAX 1-1_SLASH_4-in x 6-in Woodboring Tri-flute bit Drill Bit Verified Purchaser
Solid bit!
Would RecommendGreat design for drilling a tunnel under your sidewalk for irrigation tubing and landscape lighting wire! Team this bit with three (3) 12" long 1/4" Edwin socket extenders and you can drill a 36" long tunnel. Then, using a dead blow hammer, drive a 1 1/2" pvc pipe through the tunnel.
From SPEEDBOR MAX 1-1_SLASH_4-in x 6-in Woodboring Tri-flute bit Drill Bit Verified Purchaser
Cuts through wood like butter
Would RecommendIt is a great bit that plows through wood. My ONLY complaint, the numbers to tell what bit it is always quickly wear off. Also would be great if they sold a storage case to make this a non issue
From SPEEDBOR MAX 1-1_SLASH_4-in x 6-in Woodboring Tri-flute bit Drill Bit Verified Purchaser
take it easy on the pushing the drill into the wor
Would RecommendI like the design and the way it just boars through the wood, but the shaft is not strong enough and it snapped making the bit almost useless, and i bought 2 of them and it hasn't happened to the shaft but i have been taken it easier than the first one
From SPEEDBOR MAX 1-1_SLASH_4-in x 6-in Woodboring Tri-flute bit Drill Bit Verified Purchaser
Hello Jeff, I appreciate your feedback on the IRWIN 3041009 and I'm sorry to hear the shaft broke. Your satisfaction is our top priority. Please ...
You should a drill with an additional handle
Excellent bit
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Nice bit
Cuts fast, less kickback on breakthrough than most. Just watch for nails, it's not really made to deal with them.
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Dull on arrival
Would Not RecommendThe cutting edges looked suspect out of the package. But chucked it up and gave it a try. First go with my bit brace resulted in massive tear out on the entry side. And once the snail stopped advancing the bit all cutting stopped, even with a lot of pressure. Tried to finish the hole from the opposite side of the 2x6. Same result. So I figured Id give it a spin in the cordless drill. Not much difference. Just faster and the bit was able to wear away enough wood to complete the hole. Both borings...
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Awesome
Would RecommendI own a few of these in different diameters and let me tell you they are awesome! I use em when ever I have to route wiring through studs. The small corkscrew on the tip is the trick. It grabs ahold of the wood and pulls the bit into the material and just chews right through. You definitely gotta pay attention to what you’re doing and have a good, firm grip on the drill because they can and will catch the material and twist your wrist around. They’re not for every wood boring job out there but f...
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The Bit that Couldn't
Would Not RecommendBought this Irwin 1 1/4" wood bit for making electrical cable passages through my 2x6 pine studded walls. Lasted 4 1/2 holes and wouldn't go any further, no matter which of my 3 HD drills I tried. Returned, looking for a better performer...
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Good bit, but take it slow
does a good job of boring , but the screw tip tends to pull the bit into the wood too quickly causing the drill to stall
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