Getting the Most Out of Your Old Brace Auger Bits
Finding a solid set of brace auger bits at a flea market is one of those small wins that makes a woodworker's day. There is just something incredibly satisfying about the way a hand-cranked brace feels when it's biting into a piece of oak. It's quiet, there's no sawdust blowing in your face, and you have a level of control that a high-speed power drill just can't match. But if you've ever tried to use a rusty, dull bit you found in the bottom of a toolbox, you know it can also be a total workout for all the wrong reasons. ...