I bought a 45/64 drill to drill 3 holes in 4140 0.3" carbide, no chips, no visible wear except for removing the oxide layer. I have this for the price of This bit is only used once and I have to resharpen/hone between holes but this bit was exceptionally well formed This is one of those rare occasions when you get so much more than you pay for I will buy it all from now on they have their disposable dentures!