Forstner Bits

[tomcj2]

I live near Portland Oregon USA. Where can I buy metric Forstner bits to accommodate the standard sized brush knots. I prefer on-line shopping but a "brick and mortar" store is also good.
(I switched to wet shaving with a DE razor in part to save money. I can't afford to save any more )

 

[shaverjoe]

Look here.

http://www.woodcraft.com/product/2008310/21753/12-pcs-forstner-bit-set.aspx

My local Lowe's also carries metric forstner bits.

 

[bobfarvour]

I use standards mostly. The only metric I bought was 30mm. A 24mm knot fits perfectly in a 1" hole, for example. Typically your gonna set them deeper than the plug so it's gonna need to be wider.

 

[Comet]

Harbor Freight have good deals on stuff like this. The don't sell the best quality stuff but it is always good value. http://www.harborfreight.com/16-piece-titanium-nitride-coated-forstner-bit-set-39812.html

 

[Gigster]

Home Depot advertises an eight piece set (Ryobi) for under $15. Sadly, the stores in my area don't stock them. lol

Lowe's also has an eight piece set (Porter Cable) for under $20.

Neither are metric, but working around the standard (vs. metric) is easy.

 

[reboot]

A good place online is Lee Valley Tools. I've ordered from them before and they're reliable.
http://www.leevalley.com