Self-centering hinge drill bits

[Rosco]

I've tried a few and they have been pretty rubbish.

(self-centering hinge drill bits)

The internal spring catches/snaps making he bit pretty useless.

Granted I've only tried the Screwfix set, probably not the best.

Can anyone recommend a set that actually works and stays in one piece.

Cheers

Rosco

UK

 

[semenza]

Hi,

 Welcome to the forum!  [smile]

  I have used ViX brand and Snappy (Centrotec compatible version available) with good results. I do get some sticking / jamming in the sliding sleeve with both. But this is usually cleared pretty well by giving them an extra plunge. It is the wood chips that clog it up sometimes.

Seth

 

[mastercabman]

I have the Bosch version and like it much better than make it snappy
They don't get stuck like the others

 

[Sparktrician]

Vix bits have worked well for me for ~30 years.  Recently bought the Festool 5mm bit, and it seems to do quite well. 

 

[tiralie]

Vix bits have worked well for me for ~30 years.  Recently bought the Festool 5mm bit, and it seems to do quite well. 

Agree on both counts!
Tim

 

[Rosco]

Cheers guys! I'll check em out as recommended

All the best

Rosco