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Review on Wolfride T Shape Milling Hardened Woodworking: Efficient Wood Carving Tool for Precision and Durability by Brennan Buckley

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Bent shafts will cause problems

So I bought this bit set for a lot of things I needed to do in my kitchen. When I got to the countertops, which are 3/4 inch Bucher block, I reached for this piece. The block was mahogany as well as several different types of wood that my brother-in-law had lying around when he decided to put them together for a Christmas/housewarming gift. I adjusted the depth and slowly began to cut. About 90% of the way from my 25-inch overall length, it felt wobbly. And then it happened. Bit grabbed a piece and nearly snatched the router out of my hand. I quickly gained control of my router, which now felt like an industrial vibrating drum in my hands. Press the switch and turn it off to find that the shaft is bent at about 75 degrees. In theory, this bitset will work for what you need. In practice I wouldn't do that with a quarter inch shank. My brother-in-law almost cried as he bent down and took out the last 3 inches needed to finish the floating countertop in my kitchen. He spent about 30 hours to make it. And a little thing meant to make life easier cost me a lot more. I would only use this for the softest shit, you don't care if it gets bad.

Pros
  • Note: 3/4 shank must be inserted and tightened to utilize clamping force.
Cons
  • threadbare