Name that drill bit

[tnau664]

Ok, I need help from you machinists out there. Several years ago I purchased a package of drill bits that have almost a pilot bit type point. What I mean is the first 1/4 inch or so was smaller that the rest of the bit. These are/were awesome bits and drilled through anything. Problem is, I'm running out of them. You know, borrowed, broken, lost, and have no clue what to ask for to buy more. I would assume it's some type machinist bit due to the pilot configuration. I sure hope someone can help. I'd love to have an entire set of them.

Thanks for reading
Terry

 

[kennyd]

Enco - Guaranteed Lowest Prices on Machinery, Tools and Shop Supplies

Also commenly called "Center Drills"

Hope that helps

 

[ToadHill]

I think you are looking for brad point bits. I use them for woodworking but never tried them on anything else.

 

[tnau664]

That was fast KennyD, but they don't look like that. There is not the drastic difference from the point to the bit.

I'm still scratching my head.

 

[bamatoolmaker]

I think what you are describing is similar to the brad point drill.Black & Decker
makes a drill like this and I think they call it the Bullet Drill.The purpose of the point is to keep the drill from drifting off center just like the brad point.

 

[tnau664]

I think you are looking for brad point bits. I use them for woodworking but never tried them on anything else.

Thanks, but I've got plenty of brad points in the wood shop. The bits I'm trying to describe are definitely for metal.

Terry

 

[tnau664]

I think what you are describing is similar to the brad point drill.Black & Decker
makes a drill like this and I think they call it the Bullet Drill.The purpose of the point is to keep the drill from drifting off center just like the brad point.

Thanks Bamatoolmaker

I ran over and looked at a picture but they are all on the card and hard to tell if it's the same. Looks like a trip to Lowe's may be needed.

What part of Alabama are you from? I'm in Piedmont.

Thanks
Terry

 

[Bird]

I have a set of Black & Decker pilot point drill bits. I think they call them Bullet drill bits now, but I've had mine for a lot of years.

 

[bamatoolmaker]

Thanks Bamatoolmaker

I ran over and looked at a picture but they are all on the card and hard to tell if it's the same. Looks like a trip to Lowe's may be needed.

What part of Alabama are you from? I'm in Piedmont.

Thanks
Terry

The local hardware store here in Ashville sells them individually and Lowes and Home Depot sell a set that ranges 1/8" up 1/2"

 

[Farwell]

Ok, I need help from you machinists out there. Several years ago I purchased a package of drill bits that have almost a pilot bit type point. What I mean is the first 1/4 inch or so was smaller that the rest of the bit. These are/were awesome bits and drilled through anything. Problem is, I'm running out of them. You know, borrowed, broken, lost, and have no clue what to ask for to buy more. I would assume it's some type machinist bit due to the pilot configuration. I sure hope someone can help. I'd love to have an entire set of them.

Thanks for reading
Terry

Terry,
The drill you described, if it has a 1/4" tip, may be called a step drill. If the set you had was in fact a step drill set, they are quite expensive.
Go to Production Tool Supply on line and check out step drills or maybe Google step drills to see if they are what you are looking for.
David B

 

[Mahana79]

I think this is what you are discribing

DEWALT Pilot Point Gold Ferrous Oxide Drill Bit — 9/32in., Model# DW1918 |Drill Bits | Northern Tool + Equipment

let us know if this is it.

 

[tnau664]

I think this is what you are discribing

DEWALT Pilot Point Gold Ferrous Oxide Drill Bit — 9/32in., Model# DW1918 |Drill Bits | Northern Tool + Equipment

let us know if this is it.

Still not it Mahana79, I'll try to post a pic today.

This has got to be the most helpful forum a person could ever find. Thanks for all the replys.

Terry

 

[MadReferee]

You are either describing a pilot point bit or a step drill bit. I also have plenty of both and use them al the time in the shop.

However, each has their own use. The pilot point bits with the small points are used for thru holes. These are typically inexpensive and the Black and Decker set mentioned earlier is a good example.

The step drill bit usually has a longer point (1/2" or more) and are typically used for chamfering, countersinking and counterboring holes that are to be tapped or used with flush fitting cap screws. These are typically not for thru holes. Step drills are rather expensive, $15-$20 for a 1/4" one made in the USA.

If you are loking for good drill bits try KBC Tools. Good prices, great selection, lots of make in USA stuff. Way better than Enco.

 

[GT2]

I agree with BTM, they are called Bullet Bits.

 

[MadReferee]

I agree with BTM, they are called Bullet Bits.

Bullet Bits is the brand name that B&D uses to market their pilot point bits.

 

[Bird]

Bullet Bits is the brand name that B&D uses to market their pilot point bits.

I remembered the "pilot point" part, but not the "Bullet" part so I had to go out in the shop and look at mine. Sure enough, it says "Bullet" on the case. There are 13 bits in the set from 1/16" to 3/8". Actually the 4 smallest ones do not have the pilot point. Pilot points start with the 1/8" and up.

 

[tnau664]

Well dang it. It appears the last one is now gone as well. Rita and I have both been looking for it today and it's jumped up and moved from the places it was supposed to be. If I find it I'll post a pic, otherwise I'll just keep looking.

Thanks
Terry

 

[BTDT]

Briggs-Weaver in Dallas used to handle all kinds of tools and cutting equipment. I don't know if they have anything near you, but a search here turned up about a hundred pages/listings for drill bits. McMaster-Carr, W.W.Grainger and others may also have what your looking for. Good luck.

 

[George2615]

If they look like these, they are pilot point bits.

 

[JC-jetro]

How about a forstner bit, they have a brad pilot and drill very accurate holes and they are mainly for wood working.