It looks like Majestic kits are on sale, and I decided to pick up a few. I didn't realize just how large they were, as apparently they require a 15/32" and a 37/64" bit. I have every imperial bit up through 33/64", but I've been unable to find a 37/64" anywhere. PSI has them listed (at over $30 just for the bit), but out of stock. I usually go to Lee Valley for more unusual bits, as their drill bit stock is really quite good, but they only seem to go up to 35/64" with their options. Does anyone know any other place where I might find this huge bit? Much appreciated!
Looking for 37/64" bradpoint drill bit...
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You can find them at Rockler:
https://www.rockler.com/37-64-hss-drill-bit-for-majestic-pen-kits
https://www.rockler.com/37-64-hss-drill-bit-for-majestic-pen-kits
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exotic blanks is where i believe i bought mine or penn state industries
I did find this one, but, it didn't appear to be a bradpoint. I've come to rely on that point in my process, so I decided against the one at EB.exotic blanks is where i believe i bought mine or penn state industries
Thanks. I ended up ordering the one at Rockler. I did order a bunch of stuff from WoodTurningz once I was there...I can never seem to get off a pen makers supply site without ordering SOMETHING these days!
I enjoy supporting these guys, though...especially these days, with all thats going on with supply and shipping and costs...Thanks for the reference! I didn't know about these guys before, but they are in my bookmarks now.
I was browsing through their lists, and didn't see a 37/64ths, however...it did make me realize, there are a lot of different measurements for drill bits: Imperial, Metric, Numeric and Letter....
I have several letter bits myself (O, V and T so far), and a number of metric and a complete set (nearly, now) of Imperial. But it makes me wonder, how the heck did we end up with so many measurement systems for drill bits? Where did numeric and letter bit sizes come from?
Funny how we all have our preferences. I avoid brad points and are a last resort for me. They do a great job cross grain, horrible on end grain. At least that's my experience. Sounds like they work well for you though. I do mostly segmented, so that may be why they give me fits.
Andrewt72
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Hello, I have 2 37/64 bits. Let me know if you want 1 or both.
Andrewt72
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Hi Andrew. I ended up ordering one, and its on the way. Thanks for the offer, though!