Tips and tricks for choosing and using woodworking drill bits

The six drill bits you need to know about- and how to get the most out of them.
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[davidcunningham]

My favorite thing about this channel is how you get straight to the point without any fluff and you explain everything so clearly. I have had so many AHA moments while watching your videos.

[jeffstrong]

For many years I have been an armchair woodworker watching various craftsmen create all manner of stuff. This was because I traveled a lot. Now I am retired and I built a small shop and I have begun acquiring all the toys that I have always wanted. A week ago I bought a table model drill press and NOW I am outfitting it with all the drill bits and doodads. I live in a small coastal town in southern Oregon and even with Amazon getting things has been a challenge. I enjoy your videos because you demonstrate the products and give pointers. Good Job. Also, you are easy to listen to. Some of the other guys are like used car sales people.LOL

[paulcasey]

I’m retired and had some experience with drill bits and woodworking years ago. I appreciate all the information! I’m going to spend a week watching all of your videos. Now off to the wife to explain why I need a new tool to make holes in wood when “you already have drills to make holes” thanks again!

[stephenrees]

I too enjoy your tutorials. As a progressing newb I have improved my skills and knowledge by following this channel. Thanks!

[BobMuir]

As a guy that only owns twist bits I have learned so much in a mere few minutes it’s incredible, thank you. Going on web to buy some bits right now.

[BobHerres]

I'm quite handy. I'm very handy. I have lots of tools, and I even hold several trade licenses. One might assume a fellow like me would know everything there is to know about Drill Bits! Nope. I found every second of this video absolutely riveting! Today I totally can't believe today I'm watching a video about "Drill Bits?" and, learning so much stuff! In summary: Thank you for yet another Truly Fantastic Video! I guess smartest thing about me is for this channel, I always keep my Notification Bell turned "ON"!! My next challenge Is: Remember to to use: The Stumpy Nubs Channel as a "Reference Library"

[gilbertomanzanilla]

As usual it was'nt a boring video. Thumbs up stumpy nubs for putting all that effort on having everybody that loves woodworking on the right side, clever ideas are always worth to watch and learn💯🇧🇿

[andrewshaw]

Even with many years experience in woodworking, I have almost unknowingly become reliant on such well explained, safe and knowledgeable advice. Thanks 🙏

[MrWade-kfsu]

I’m now a little BIT smarter on drilling wood. Thanks!

[edwinfriedl]

James you're too good. The Fisch brad points are sold out until November. People must be following your advice. now I'll have to wait for a set.

[lucianmorn]

Your video's are never boring, they are always interesting ;-)

[michaelreed]

This is the number 1 place for woodworking

[flixu]

I too didn’t know how much I didn’t know about bits. Thanks

[SteveH-TN]

Thanks for sharing your experience in this video. Has been very helpful to me.

[pawpawstew]

What an awesome video on drill bits. I'd say you nailed it, but, it's... well... drill related. I sit here giddy as a kid at Christmas because my six-month back order of a Forstner bit set from Woodcraft is finally getting fulfilled.

[watermain]

Thanks James, that was a ton of great information you shared. Much appreciated.

[LogHouseFarm]

"We haven't made very many boring videos" Maybe some might find your videos boring, but not me, great info, as usual, thanks!

[fatherofdragons]

Run countersink bits in reverse when you get to the large part and it always comes out smooth and tear free

[daonstream]

great videos man your one of my favorites

[nobuckle]

Thank you James. As a former machinist I know that not all drill bits are created equal. We used both high-speed steel and carbide bits. Our holes needed to be accurately bored. I have some saw tooth forstner bits and they do an okay job. Thanks for the information.