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Review on πŸ”© DEWALT DWA1205 Industrial Cobalt Pilot Bit by Joseph Pudic

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Most mid-range cobalt bits are random, DeWalt bits are better than some others

DeWalt bits are generally nice and sharp when they come out of the box. Even if you pay more for cobalt, the lifespan varies. Some of them have retained their sharpness for hundreds of uses, while others appear to have dulled after a few uses. I've even had a few fail on first use in mild steel (not DeWalt!). Yes, I am using the correct speed and lubrication. Most likely, there is no quality control at the factory. On average, DeWalt beats seem to last longer than others. Too bad there is an ESL comment in their description "This product meets the requirements of the customer."

Pros
  • Designed for use with carbides
Cons
  • Has been damaged