Yonico 17702 High-Performance Carbide for Professionals Review

Relatively inexpensive bit set. They cut well and the raw edges look good. I noticed that some of the bearings seem a bit sloppy (too much clearance?). So I researched more closely. The mounting fit of the bearing on the bit is quite loose compared to the inner diameter of the bearing. (0.179" vs. 0.185"). Also the bearings are the wrong type - they are shielded and should be hermetic. As a result, the bearing lubricant will splash onto the workpiece in the first minute of use, and the bearing…

First, I don't use it in a professional production situation. If you need it, buy a Freud. Yonico is best for the hobbyist or occasional carpenter. I bought 3 separate Yonico bits for a project and they are exactly the same! Same high quality, sharpness, lots of carbide to re-sharpen, shanks long enough to fit my Jet 2 HP shaper to allow enough movement across the table. My son will use them in a Festool router. Wide range of profiles, allowing to create a variety of decorative edges and…

After purchasing a 100 piece 1/4" shank bit set (Revain ID# B0130Q001Y) I realized I needed more than a few 1/2" shank bits needed. Bits and this set seemed good value for money. As for the bits, they're just great: all bearings (and there are quite a few) are smooth with no play, edges seem great so far, and my test cuts have been smooth. $2 a beat seems too good to be true, but it is. The problem - and the reason I don't give it 5 stars - is this. First off, this is a beautiful maple body…

I see some snobs commenting comparing these beats to the 'best on the market' brands. I'll tell you what: As an amateur, I do some fairly complex carpentry work, and I have many of the 'best on the market' branded cutters. I was really surprised at how good these bits are for the price. They are comparable to more expensive brands. Durability wise I bought a set of bits from this brand about 2 years ago which I have used for cabinet door locks and carpentry work and they still cut through…

Yonico makes good beats. I have purchased other Yonico products and have had good experiences. It's not the cheapest set, but it costs a little more for the quality. It's still an economical product compared to "professional" brands. I think there's a big misconception about what "professional" quality should be. I have yet to see a professional who always buys the most expensive instrument. On the contrary, most professionals rarely invest in expensive tools and look for tools that are good…

I'm preparing to renovate my room completely with custom tables and cabinets, so I needed different vinyl cutters for different jobs. I'm aware of the high cost of bits and didn't want to spend too much money on a set, but I needed bits that would stand up to prolonged use. I've read reviews on almost every Yonico bit, both bit sets and individual bits. Most of the reviews were positive so I thought I'd risk the Yonico 17702 70 Bits Professional Quality Router Bit Set. The package arrived…