Whiteside Router Bits 1374B Bowl and Tray Bit - 1/4-Inch Radius, 3/4-Inch Cutting Diameter, 5/8-Inch Cutting Length, and 1/2-Inch Shank

Here is my first bowl cutting and the first time I have made dark walnut cigar ashtrays for A lot of reviews I saw stated that people bent/broke cheaper bits because the shanks were thinner. The bit I got didn't need to be super expensive, so I figured it would be fine. I'll give you the quick and dirty It is not worthwhile to buy a cheaper part than this one unless you are certain you will regret it later. A few pros Even while plunge cutting, the blade cuts well. Please note Bearings at the top make it possible to use The disadvantages are I find the best results when I run my router at its lowest In other words, material removal can take a long time. My overall impression of this product is that it functions perfectly for the purpose I had in mind. Certainly the material removal was slower than I would have liked, but now and then that is to be expected when plunge carving. My router has a turret stop and I did a few passes with it. In my experience, I have found this product to be very impressive and I recommend it. It is especially helpful if you are unsure whether or not the cheaper option is right for you. This one is easier to order and will save you the headache of a hospital visit.

Ellis Molina

| Mar 26, 2021

Whiteside router bits are the best. This model is exceptionally sharp and would last for many years because the carbide material is the best, and it is made into 21 special cutting boards with dished out centers and is still sharp after many years.

Vada Bryant

| Sep 27, 2020

You will need a 1/2" shank if you are going to cut bowls or candy dishes. Keep the shank short if you want to do it with 1/4" otherwise, vibrations will cause problems and could be harmful. Those bits I have had for years still work well now since they have been coated with a good carbide.

Amaya Vasquez

| Feb 24, 2021

There is no doubt that Whiteside router bits are the best. Cherry, walnut, and quartersawn oak have no problem being chewed up by this bit. I should have a bank of Shaker built-ins 23 feet long and six and a half feet high by the end of this week. In this section of built-ins, I used a router bit set from Whiteside Shaker to cut the raised panels for the 28 doors. Figures for these projects can also be found in the Fine Woodworking, October 2011 issue. This premium cherry did not pose any problems to the bit set. This is a tough piece from Whiteside.

Flynn TALBOT

| Aug 09, 2020

Instead of a bowl cutting bit, I received a straight cutting For me, this was a complete waste of time. I am not happy at all.

Navy McCarty

| Apr 11, 2021

It's never been a bad Whiteside bit for me. I am satisfied with how it worked. Most likely, it will still be working excellently in several years.

Brielle Pittman

| May 08, 2021

My technique is incorrect, not sure what to do. A few days a week I get four or five It has gone through five bowls and all the bearings are fried. It took me a long time to notice the first bit was bad because I am a novice woodwooker. As soon as I hit the second bit, one of the bearings started sparking, Until I get a new bearing, I only have a half-finished bowl. In most cases, buying a third bit is cheaper than purchasing two.

Emmaline Strickland

| Jul 30, 2020

A bearing seal was missing and was found by the husband when he attempted to use the bit. This item will therefore be returned to the store. To resolve this issue, he would like to make contact with Lifestyles by Focus ahead of time.

Alana Rangel

| Jun 01, 2021