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Hi everyone,
I’ve been sorting through some of my workshop tools recently and realised I’ve accumulated quite a few dull drill bits over the years.
Some people say it’s worth resharpening drill bits on a grinder, while others say modern bits are cheap enough that it’s easier to just replace them.
I’m curious what others here do.
Do you:
• sharpen drill bits yourself
• use a drill bit sharpening tool
• or simply replace them when they go blunt?
I mainly drill wood and mild steel, so nothing too extreme, but I do notice bits getting dull after a while, especially when drilling harder materials.
Also, for those who do sharpen bits — is it easy to keep the correct angle, or does it take a lot of practice?
Would be interested to hear what methods people use and what tools... guides i might need?