When it comes to tools you get what you pay for. Cutting edges and rotating objects like knives ", that's what matters. Freud is quality. I totally agree that Beats are HARD to get out of the box. but why it seems obvious. The metal shaft of the bit is fitted in a rubber sleeve that is inserted into a hole in a block of wood will, but the shank is coated with a layer of adhesive or oiled, and this film has become sticky because there is an adhesive film on the drill shank holding it to a tight rubber insert, so gently pull it out. Bits; the rubber Our can come out with Then gently slide the rubber under the shaft Then clean the shaft It should slide much smoother Insertion.