Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.
What Customers Are Saying
This high-quality drill bit effectively drills through tough materials like hardwood, pressure-treated lumber, and concrete with minimal effort. The extended length allows users to reach areas that would be inaccessible with a standard drill bit. Customers praise the bit's sharpness, durability, and ease of control, noting it maintains its edge and does not vibrate or bounce during use. While a few experienced issues with the bit getting stuck or dulling prematurely, the majority of reviews are very positive, describing the tool as reliable and versatile for a wide range of projects.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Works Well
Would RecommendNeeded to bore tree stumps. This was perfect. Poured the stump killer in the bored holes with ease.
Long speed or bit
Would Not RecommendNot for heavy duty use. Bit bent and shaft broke easily.
From 3_SLASH_4-in x 16-in Woodboring Spade bit Drill Bit Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
It made a hole
Would RecommendHad to run a hole through the baseplate in a 2X2 wall from a electric socket hole - this bit + an extension did the trick.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Useable
Would RecommendI've had to drill 30 14 inch holes thru some logs on my home. This bit held straight and did not lose it's edge.
From 3_SLASH_4-in x 16-in Woodboring Spade bit Drill Bit Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Extra Long Drill bit
Would RecommendVery useful in making opening thru a 7 1/2" thick wall.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Typical high Irwin quality
Would RecommendA good quality extra long spade bit is vital to my job as an electrician. I always try to get Irwin bits. They have a long life and perform great. Lowes also has very competitive prices for these bits.
From 3_SLASH_4-in x 16-in Woodboring Spade bit Drill Bit Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Got me through in a pinch
Would RecommendI needed to drill through floor joists over hard ceiling. This was just long enough to get through the second floor joist. Then I could drill from the other side reaching through the can lighting. Seems like a quality product so far.
From 3_SLASH_4-in x 16-in Woodboring Spade bit Drill Bit Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
good quality
Would Recommendworked great for my project and made of good quality material
From 1-in x 16-in Woodboring Spade bit Drill Bit Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Clean bore
Would RecommendWorks as intended. Bores cleanly as any new bit should. Didn't appear to dull after initial uses, I expect it to hold up well.
From 3_SLASH_4-in x 16-in Woodboring Spade bit Drill Bit Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Hi, we're sorry to hear of the trouble you are having with the 88712BX. We would appreciate the chance to speak with you and assist you with warranty...