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Review on Walter 12D798 Stainless Steel Mounted Diameter by Brian Potter

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Very imperfect product and inconsistent product description and packaging.

I bought this to replace a set of 40 year old sharpening bits that I sometimes use with my die grinder. There are a few inconsistencies between the product photo, the product description and what I actually received. The product photo shows four different bits in different shapes and I figured that would happen. What I actually received were two identical bits that didn't look like the product photo at all. The product description mentions in one place that the bit is (?) 2 3/4 inches long and in another place that the bit is 1 inch long. The product description does not mention the four bits in the photo. The description also says the bit is Type A-3 (I had no idea what Type A-3 was until I started unraveling it). I went to the Walter Surface website and downloaded their e-catalogue. I found I was given two W-220 bits in the form of a 1" disc (not the 2 3/4" A-3 bit which is pointed). The bits I received are for grinding stainless steel (Walter also makes lower quality bits for softer steels. The inner packaging lists the product as Type A-3 but also the part number for the W-220 configuration. Generally quite confused. If Ordering this you may regret spending $6 on something you didn't order, you may also wait longer than expected to receive a mis-described grinding head like I did I would return it if it wasn't so tedious going through that $6 process If you really need Bits from Walter check out their website - they might be able to supply just what you need.For your health.

Pros
  • Function: Attached grinding head is used for trimming, shaping, reaming holes and other finishing work. The unique design of the grinding tip is suitable for fine grinding, even in the tightest of spaces.
Cons
  • Slightly torn