I tried an old 5/8" masonry bit and a standard bit to drill some holes in my garage slab. I gave up after 10 minutes and didn't make a single hole. I bought a hammer drill and this bit and made all three holes (3" deep) in about 5 minutes. in my house. I also had to install a base for two new shower pan surrounds (stacked 2x4). Down or blunt. This drill seems one to be an investment for life.