Ratings & Reviews for IRWIN 1/4-in Hex Quick Connect 12-in Drill Bit Extension
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this drill bit extender for its secure bit retention, reliability, and ability to reach difficult drilling locations. The dual set screws firmly lock bits in place, preventing slipping during impact driving or deep drilling up to ten inches or more. Reviewers highlight its effectiveness in previously inaccessible areas—through thick walls, concrete, and multi-layered materials—with many using multiple extenders end-to-end to achieve five-foot lengths. The sturdy, balanced construction resists twisting under load, and the beveled back end aids tool removal. A few users report occasional set screw issues, but most consider this an indispensable solution for challenging installations.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Drill bit extender makes placement of tomato cage.
Would RecommendYour employee recommended the Slash 4 Jex quick connect to be combined with the Stinger 1_SLASH_2 to drill holes in my heavy wardrobe cardboard weed-guard located six inches below the soil my new raised garden. Holes we're needed to securely fasten my tomato cage feet deep enough to hold in a wind. It worked with ease by allowing me to follow each tomato cage leg with the extended drill bit. I drilled each hole,then pushed the leg through the hole in the cardboard, then the next leg in successio...
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The right tool
Would RecommendGot this because it was what I needed for this job.
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don't waste your money
Would Not RecommendBad product
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good addition to the toolbox
Would Recommendgets you in those tight spots. two hex screws lock your bit in place. Left mine out overnight outside, it rained. The Drill Bit Extension rusted pretty bad but cleaned up OK with some sandpaper and still usable.
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Gets the job done
Would RecommendThis is a replacement for a tool I’ve had for probably 25 years until the set screws stripped out. It’s one of those tools that is not often needed but when it is needed it’s the only one that can get the job done so I replaced my old one.
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Every tool box should have at least one of these.
Would RecommendGreat for drilling deeper holes. Well-made and good looking tool
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Lost set screw
Would Not RecommendAgree with 1 and 2. Lost set screw. Not sure what size to replace it with.
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Extension worked as advirtised
This Irwin 1/4” drill bit extension was just what I needed. I needed an extension that the shaft portion would fit through a 5/16” hole. The shaft on this extension was just small enough to fit. Everything else about the product worked as advertised for me. I was drilling in soft wood and had no problems. I would recommend this product.
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1/4" --- one size too small for my application.
Would Not RecommendDid not work for polishing and buffing pads because the 1/4" hex socket did not fit any of the polishing mandrels I have which seem to be 5/16". No tool companies seem to make this size for polishing applications. Thus I had to return it.
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Always check Lowe's first.
Would RecommendExactly as advertised and I was also happy with the price.
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