retroguy Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 hey guys,anybody have suggestions for some quality drill bit sets #61-#80... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longbox55 Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Any good hobby shop should have them, as well as most hardware stores. Also, try farm and hardware stores that sell welding supplies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Smith Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 I like Walthers brand. I purchased some cheap kits and some of the drill bits didn't even have an edge - so you get what you pay for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MicroNitro Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 The best miniature drill bits I have used is from ebay seller Drillman1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Smith Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 The best miniature drill bits I have used is from ebay seller Drillman1. Wow - a whole new world of drill bit options with that guy (for me anyway). Those bits look like they would be easier to manipulate with 1/8 shanks on them (and ID, since they are marked) than the standard hand drill variety. I didn't realize they made number 87 (.30 mm!) bits - just in case I need to drill a hole for a hair. HERE is the seller's aBay store (no affiliation, just saving time for others...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest G Holding Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Exacto.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gluhead Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 I use them myself, but be aware that those 1/8 shank bits are very, very brittle. They're designed for use with CNC machines, where they move into and out of the working piece with high precision...not our human levels of motion where we bind our bits up just about every time we use them. Some days you'll swear that they snap just from being looked at funny. That said, they are very handy...when they stay together. Also, Harbor Freight sells variety packs for I think around $7 for 20. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rel14 Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Harbor frieght Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Joseph Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 I use them myself, but be aware that those 1/8 shank bits are very, very brittle. They're designed for use with CNC machines, where they move into and out of the working piece with high precision...not our human levels of motion where we bind our bits up just about every time we use them. Some days you'll swear that they snap just from being looked at funny. That said, they are very handy...when they stay together. Also, Harbor Freight sells variety packs for I think around $7 for 20. What he said; I have snapped so many of those high-carbon bits it isn't even funny. They are convenient because of the 1/8" shank, though, and I use them in my Taig lathe a lot. The high-speed steel (HSS) bits that you normally find from hobby suppliers are more flexible and can take a little abuse (except for the really thin ones, like the #80). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Ebay, bought a set of the 61-80 $4 and change free shipping I guess you cant count my LHS good then, then dont sell them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vypurr59 Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 (edited) http://www.modelexpo-online.com/ I purchased a set of #61 to #80 bits from these guys at the I Hobby show. Edited November 19, 2012 by vypurr59 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesG Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 i bought a set from lowes made by dremel sizes 1/32 - 1/8 you can also try your local flea martket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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