SteelexD1034 Deluxe Brad Point Bit Set, 25-Piece

These seem well-made. I tried the 5/16 bit, and it spun true, cut smoothly, and left a flat bottom. The case is a little odd. It's wider than the traditional steel drill case. The drills are in two sections, with the smaller bits in the front section. Some of the bits in the front obscure the size markings of bits in the back. There are holes for a few drill sizes smaller than 1/8", but I doubt that anyone makes brad-points that small. One edge of the case was bent out, and required use of pliers to let the lid close easily. The lid snaps securely closed.Update: I did find one of the smaller bits was bent. I haven't used many of them, so may find more bent ones. Don't know if they can be straightened.More update: I found another small bit that wobbled, also the 29/64ths bit did. I was able to straighten them pretty well using 3 dowels, 3 rubber bands, and a 3-inch vise. The rubber bands are to hold the dowels upright on the vise jaws; 2 dowels toward the ends of one jaw, and the 3rd dowel near the center of the other jaw. I rolled the drill bit on a flat plate and marked the high side, then put that side against the single dowel and tightened the vise. You may have to do it more than once. IDK if being able to straighten them this way is an indication of low-quality steel; I'm no metallurgist.Some of the bits look to run dead true, but many of them run out slightly. This is not unique; I even have a set of Makita impact bits with a wobbly bit.

These drill bits have been working well for me so far in hard woods.The case isn't great, though. It's metal, and the bits do not fit snugly. They will fall out if the case is turned over and get lodged in spaced in the case interior. You have to put it down deliberately, not just throw it in your drawer or box.When the package arrived, many of the bits had dislodged from their places and were free-floating in the metal case. They may have been sharper if this hadn't happened - as I said the case is metal - but thusfar they have worked well for me.

Prior to ordering this bit set, I read several of the "less than favorable" reviews so I had some idea what to look for, and/or to expect.. I already own quite a few bits of assorted types, but no brad point bits. That said, I have since received the Steelex D1034 Deluxe Brad Point set and decided to run a very unscientific test. Before I get to that, let me say that they arrived quickly (thank you Amazon Prime), in an acceptable metal case for safe storage, and are crazy sharp. My drill press is a 10" 12-speed Bench model, manufactured by Central Machinery and sold by Harbor Freight.Initially, I wasn't impressed with the run out, so I replaced the factory chuck with a Woodstock D2931 1/32 to 1/2-Inch B16 Taper Drill Chuck (also purchased from Amazon, and for about $17). Run out was improved, and while still not perfect, is much better. So, now for the bit test. I chucked the 1/8" bit and turned the drill press on. Based upon some of the previous reviews, I expected it to spin wildly and while there was "run out" present, it was no worse than other new bits I own. I placed a piece of writing paper on the drill press table, anticipating the brad point would scribe a 1/16" or so (maybe larger) sized circle as I applied gradual and very light pressure. With the minimal resistance the paper can impart, as the brad point engaged it, the bit immediately straightened out.For reference, see the provided picture. Notice the size of the hole just above the 2-3/8" line. Also, notice a lack of run out, or any dramatic tearing. Sure, maybe I received the set that was an exception to all the negative reviews, but I'm guessing not, and hope this provides some positive insight into your consideration of this set. As a consumer, I do fully believe in an honest assessment and if at a later date and time , I have a change of opinion, I will certainly update this review. However, as of this writing, I believe the next entry in reference to theSteelex D1034 Deluxe Brad Point Bit Set will be to order another set as a backup, just in case I wear out and/or break a bit or two.

Item arrived damaged(retaining plate bent) despite no damage to packaging. As a result the bits were rattling around in the metal case.Seems fine otherwise

YouTubers are the best value for the money they hold up then you can drill through plywood softwood hardwood very easy I've had them for 3 years and only out of the whole set only had to replace one bit which is the quarter inch because it broke other than that it's the best set of drill bits that I bought for my woodworking for the money I recommend these highly for somebody that's on a budget and starting out and wants b**** yes you may have to replace them down the line but I use my b**** about five times a week for doing different things for my woodworking and I have other than one bit that I had to replace I've never had any problems with these bits