Description of CMT 814 690 11 2 Inch 8 Inch Carbide Tipped
3/4-Inch Cutting Diameter, 1-1/4-Inch Cutting Length, 2-7/8-Inch Length. To be used for making grooves on wood and wood products. Non-Stick Orange Shield Coating. 2 SinterHip Hi-Density Industrial Chrome Carbide for a long-lasting performance. CMT bits were rated the best overall in comparison to other brand (Test by Wood Magazine).
I am a hobby carpenter and have been using routers for several years. As expected, I've bought cutting plotters from a variety of manufacturers and based on my experience, I've seen good quality control from some brands. Now I decided to try SMT (price difference and honest customer reviews). When my order arrived I inspected the drill and immediately noticed a defect in the polishing of the carbide. I contacted CMT customer service and provided a photo of the broken drill. I was advised to…