I used to think expensive drill bits were a scam until I snapped 3 in one afternoon

I've always bought those $10 packs of 20 bits from the hardware store, figuring a bit is a bit. Last month I was drilling into a steel beam for a railing install and snapped three in a row, each one lasting maybe 5 seconds. Finally caved and bought a single $8 Milwaukee bit from the contractor aisle, and it went through like butter. That one bit is still going after 30 holes, which makes the cheap ones cost way more when you add up all the trips back to the store. Has anyone else had that moment where you realize you've been paying double just by being stubborn?

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lisa_murray22d ago

Milwaukee bits are basically cheating, honestly.

miles_grant3521d ago

Man honestly I feel like I'm still cheating and losing at the same time with my luck. I've snapped more Milwaukee bits than I care to admit and it's usually my own fault for pushing too hard.