Often used to prime deck screws so they are straight from the start. The drill has worked very well and is now as sharp as when it was first used. Used this bit to replace one in a set that was hammer drill bit compatible and this bit worked just as well as the original. I've only used it on wood but after installing the 10lb wood screws it's still pretty much pristine, no tarnishing, bent or broken. One day I have to change something, I will look at Irwin bits first.