Great video, as usual - thanks, Colin. As it turns out I bought a set of Yonico bits before I saw your video. I was pleased with them and glad you found the same results. After watching some extreme slo-mo videos of router bit deflection (I was astonished!) I bought the 1/2” shafts, and they are just terrific, for an affordable price.
Yup, you are right, but as I mentioned below we get so many people asking us about no-name bits, it's really hard to comment when you can't even see them, so we had to do something ... you know, keep a bit of a balance if we can. Really liked your comment, we listen to all of them. Great to have you with us Colin
Yes, they seem to have a fairly good selection, and what we liked they seem to stand fully behind their product, so that was one of the determining factors on why we looked at this line. Thanks for commenting, great to have you with us Colin
Thank you, Colin, for very useful information and link. I went to their site and bought several bit sets for, as you've said, a fraction of price I would be paying on other sites. I really enjoy your lessons!
Hi, Colin. Here, from Argentina… Thanks a lot. You are a VERY GOOD TEACHER. It is seen that you have a large patience in the way you explain all. Till the people understand. Best regards.
Enjoyed your presentation of all three woods. Real use of a weekenders work tasks on how and what woods to use. I am a DIYer and use YONICO Bits. No complaints. For the money spent well worth. Did my research and happy I have these in my arsenal.
That's an excellent point, clean bits are essential and in some many cases can solve "burning" that bits can do on some lumber. We often get asked about the bits at HF and we just don't know how they are. Would love to get some feedback if anyone has tried them. Yeah, looking at the pattern bit scared me too, but once we got the router speed at an appropriate speed it was fine, but I agree with your carbide concern. Thanks for commenting, great to have you with us. Colin
Thanks for taking the time to comment, actually, some are so bad they don't even brand new out of the box, but I agree with you, this was not a significant demo. We have has so many people ask us about budget router bits, but without even looking at them, how can we know how good they are. At least we have one name now we can say we tested a few of these bits. Great to have you with, we always listen to your comments, thanks for taking the time Colin
Like the videos. I bought Yonico's set of picture frame bits. They worked well on oak. No tear out like I've heard about. Thanks for all the tips and tricks!
I appreciate your videos man. I'm a maintenance worker. I have a lot of experience on a long of different things but something I've never done before. It's nice to see your videos.
Thanks for the last segment on the flush trim bit router, and trimming the 'overhang' on a wood frame. I've been looking through several videos for this exact thing but never found one. Now I know how to do it.
The bit at 10:10 is called the death bit. It is designed for routing patterns when the bit points down. If you want to router pattern on a router table use a flush trim bit.
Hi Bart, that is a flush trim bit, but the bearing is on the bottom. You are correct that a flush trim bit with bearing on top would be safer, the problem with that kind of a bit, on uneven wood, is that the bearing can ride off the wood if it's too high or low in one section. Either bit works fine and if the wood is flat and even, the flush trim bit with bearing on top is safer by not exposing so much rotating bit. Thanks for commenting ... good to see this kind of interest :) Colin
That's a very good question, thanks for asking. Most router bits, including those featured in this video are carbide tipped. This means that you need special equipment in order to sharpen them such as diamond encrusted stones. Sharpening router bits is far more economical to have a good sharpening service do this for you rather than investing in the equipment unless you use routers a lot and have many bits. Thanks again for the question Colin
Thanks! I took your advice and purchased the Yonico bits. I have to say, I'm very pleased with the quality and price. I only had one bit bearing fail, but i think it was me pushing too hard on the bit.
Thanks for the vid, I am a newbie in DIY woodworking and recently got myself a small makita cordless trim router. Thinking of getting some starter bits but don't want to spend a kidney. At the same time don't want to get a sets of cheap bits from China. Someone in youtube recommends getting quality bits over quantity. I already purchased a Freud straight bit to make groove for T-track. Yonico router bits seemed to be able to produce good(but not perfect) results yet not overly expensive, so gonna try out their 1/4" shank roundover bit and flush-trim bit.
Hi Alex, thanks for the note, would love to hear your feedback on the bits. Always good to hear what others experience too. Great to have you with us Colin
Colin, I'm new to woodworking, and just bought a DeWalt DWP611 compact router. I'm looking for bits to use on my first project, a set of small wall shelves for the rear speakers on my home theater system. Your bit review is a big help; very thorough and concise. Thanks & subscribed.
Man that was an amazing review, its not even the info i was looking for but i watched the whole video anyway. A little tip, i would show the cut up close, right after you cut it with each individual bit. Thanks it was fun watching!!
Hi Colin! Não perco suas aulas! Sei que tem trabalho para colocar seus vídeos aqui, e o que podemos fazer para lhe ajudar é dar-lhe o carinho de nossos prestígios! Agradeço por todas as suas aulas e lhe digo que fico melhor a cada dia, diante seus conselhos. Um grande abraço brasileiro pra você! Thales. Not translating very well ... Hi Colin! Do not miss your classes! I know you have work to place your videos here, and what we can do to help you is to give you the affection of our prestige! Thanks for all your classes and tell you I get better every day, on their advice. A great Brazilian hug for you! Thales.
Thanks for sharing, this, sorry to hear about the defect, but in defense of Yonico, and all other bit manufactures, they don't actually manufacture the bearings, they are however responsible for them so, you must send it back and get a replacement. They owe you that, and their warranties seem to be very good that way, so, keep them honest ... and send that bit back to them. Thanks again for sharing, would love to know what the outcome is. Colin
...Another excellent presentation and a very useful information. Thanks for sharing your knowledge for woodworking fans like me. Deeply appreciated. My respects from PR.
Ive had great luck with the yoniko bits ive got off amazon. They are not "top of the line" but they certainly get the job done if you are not in a production environment.
Good review, but I woud have more confidence in these bits if he had shown some cross grain routing. There was a lot of tear out on the head of that cutting board handle. Also guys, I really hate the term '''ok for a DIYer". Even someone who only gets a chance to get in the shop on weekends wants to do quality work. We are not in this hobby just to tear up some wood.
darryl reynolds ... I concur with you 100%. When they say it’s good for diy’ers, it makes it seem like we don’t care how our work turns out. We want quality tools just like a professional wood worker.
Found this while looking for why an expensive brand F router bit might break under light duty before it cut a foot of groove. I have a few Yanico bits, and they're doing fine. They'll be my go-to bits until they let me down.
Hi Greg, thanks for the note, yes, we thought they were a very decent bit for the price, but would be interested to hear your experience too, if you get a chance. Thanks again Colin
excellent review...concise. Saved me a bunch of dough; not only that, but these bits look way more professional...well machined...than any others I've been looking at. The only ones that come close are the Whiteside, but the 7pc set costs 95 clams and still don't look as good. I can't believe stores only carry 1/4" when the 1/2' are recommended. Well can't tell you how they perform because I'm waiting for delivery, but #15 for 42 beans (and better) vs.. $95 is why I'm waiting @ mailbox like when I was a kid waiting for my sea-monkeys or x-ray glasses for 62 box tops from Battle Creek, MI.
sunburstmike lol ... thanks for note Mike, loved the reference to the sea-monkeys, but you know, you are doing a right thing by looking closely when you are checking out router bits. The poor quality ones, when you just take a moment to look closely at them, are clearly not that well made in their finish, which likely means not that well made throughout. Thanks for commenting buddy ...
another great video Colin, thanks from a very happy diyer , lol unless you do this for a living, then you're a diyer, I don't see the problem with your description at all, some people just have too much to say at times from Garry in the UK ,
Thanks for the review. That's an awful lot of pattern bit exposed above the work piece from a safety standpoint and your bit was either crawling up (because new and or not tight enough or glue was off/ you didn't adjust the bit height to account for the glue discrepancy). these appear to be "just out of the box" bits.... in my experience, just out of the box has little if any issues with oak, much less with softwood when brand new.
Have used this brand for years. They do work great, my thoughts on router bits has been, if you can buy two for the price of one that’s the way to go. I do have 3 or 4 high dollar bits I use only 1 to 2 times a year. My next question Is, you never stated if you were payed in any way by this company?
Not sure if these bits are available in the UK except by mail order. I am aware of Trend but have not used any of their product, I believe some of it is available in in US and Canada but I don't know their manufacturing sources either.
new tools usually work well, but with time (sometimes short time), they get dull or show their real quality. so, now that some years have passed, do you still recommend this brand?
You could be correct on that, I haven't had a chance to test a lot of them, what does separate them is when you get into bits that are supposed to work together like 2-piece door sets that don't mesh properly and novice woodworkers think they are doing something wrong when it's really the bits.
I think the point of these are those occasions when you find a need for a bit but can't see yourself using it much in the future. In that situation, how long it says sharp for is less of an issue. If they are cheap enough you may get a cheap one and then upgrade when it starts to get a little worn through more use than you expected.
I am interested in tongue and groove 2 bit set versus a set with 120 degrees with tongue and groove. It looks like the one with 120 degrees gives more surface area for gluingbut which one is easier to cut and get a smooth joint?
Hi! I like your videos. I am going to make raised panel doors. I am looking at the raised panel section and would like it to be an ogee with back cutter. Can I buy this separately. Do I need to buy all 3 pieces together. I made 2 doors for practice at school. I had problems with rail/style fitting with raised panel. Also I prefer the back cutter. Any suggestions? I am going to make 5 doors and I want to keep it going smoothly.
Hi l am always watching your videos. my question is (most of the time when I am cutting the wood in table saw l found a part in betwen the wood like a honey,what is this and how it is made and what to do with it? Thanks
I bought a the Yonico Door Edge Router bit set (12401) based on positive reviews, but found the performance to be disappointing. They left an acceptable finish when milled along the grain. When milled across the grain, I had tear out and chip out. These are definitely not professional quality bits, but for the DIYer, they would be fine.
Woodworking Explained I have a cabinet set by Yonico and they work very well. I get no tear out when I used a sacrificial board for the end grains as you should do anyway. Also, DIYers are still trying to do a professional job. I don't think "well that's close enough" when I do any of my woodworking.
Hi Colin, thanks for the review! Can you comment on how the bits have held up over time? I've used a few no-name bits that worked well for 1 or 2 projects, but then had the bearings fall apart, the carbide cutting edges separate from the body, or even had a shank snap on me. Would love to try some of these out, but would prefer not to get burned again on the purchase. Thanks in advance!
Hi Alex ... yes, purchasing unknown router bits is a bit of a gamble. Thanks for your note, a great idea to check in and see how they are working out. I have had these bits for over a year now and they are working fine. I have probably used them on half of the projects I have made and they are working fine so far. I think I would probably look at them as part time bits. They might not stand up to the rigors of daily use but for casual, hobby use they seem fine. I did get one report from someone of one of these that failed. I told them to return the bit ... I didn't hear anything after that so I hope he got satisfaction with a replacement, but that is the only problem I have personally heard about.
How would you hollow out a bowling pin? I read that it's some hard ("rock") maple inside. I've been using hole saws at decreasing sizes. I have some large self-feed type of bits for my power drills, but they always seem to rip the pin from the vice when I use them..
hmm ... funny you would ask that, today I just watched a program on how they make bowling pins, and yep, they do use rock maple, but they hollow theirs out with like a big CNC machine, which is like a heavy duty router. I think I would do the same as what you are doing, a hole saw. I think the trick might be to cut the holes while the block is still square, then insert a blank and turn the pins after, that is also what they did on show I watched. Love to see some pics some time of your pins, sounds cool :)
Intresting! I must say i find this large straight bit slightly scary, mostly because there was no fence, and i always start to imagine what would happen if someone got his hand cought in there :D Also, not judging you, but i have a feeling that Yonico "sponsored" this video. I am not saying you are not beeing honest or try to advertise them or something, but i would just be intrested if you are affiliated with the seller or brand in any way, just for curiousity :D Sorry for my bad english, i am actually not a native speaker.
Overall I like your videos but this one was rather light-weight. Echoing a viewer in a previous post, I've run into very few new bits that didn't do a reasonable job on the first cut, it's how they hold up over time that makes the difference. I will check out the Yonico website, however.
Nobody makes products to be tested against others, alas everybody is doing it! And another point - of course every cut was smooth as you were grinding merely less then 1/16"! You were testing stability and speed of your router set up, nothing else.
I agree, any bit will perform under this test even harbor freight bits cut smooth one time. lol run a few hundred feet of oak through them and you can see how they really do. i have a few of these bits including a cope and stick raised panel door set and they work ok but you need to clean them often and they do dull out. i have mine sharpened localy and it costs a few bucks a bit. if you use them a lot get the expensive ones. if they are for once in a while use the cheaper ones. its that simple. i do a lot of tongue and groove so i have a 150 dollar set and they are well worth it.
Hello, I'm making some 2" and 3" long hoops out of 6", and wider, diameter PVC pipe. I'd like to reduce their inner and outer schedule but I'm not sure if there are straight, round-over, or chamfer bits best suited for cutting that material. Do you have any thoughts or advice for this matter?
Hmmm ... I have never done this kind of work, but from what I can gather from you note a straight bit would be best. I do have some concern about safety with what you are doing, and you may be fine because I am not positive I understand what you are doing. Working with small pieces is always more risky, so please be careful with what you are doing :)
Great video, as usual - thanks, Colin. As it turns out I bought a set of Yonico bits before I saw your video. I was pleased with them and glad you found the same results. After watching some extreme slo-mo videos of router bit deflection (I was astonished!) I bought the 1/2” shafts, and they are just terrific, for an affordable price.
Yup, you are right, but as I mentioned below we get so many people asking us about no-name bits, it's really hard to comment when you can't even see them, so we had to do something ... you know, keep a bit of a balance if we can.
Really liked your comment, we listen to all of them. Great to have you with us
Colin
Yes, they seem to have a fairly good selection, and what we liked they seem to stand fully behind their product, so that was one of the determining factors on why we looked at this line.
Thanks for commenting, great to have you with us
Colin
Thank you, Colin, for very useful information and link. I went to their site and bought several bit sets for, as you've said, a fraction of price I would be paying on other sites. I really enjoy your lessons!
Hi, Colin. Here, from Argentina… Thanks a lot. You are a VERY GOOD TEACHER. It is seen that you have a large patience in the way you explain all. Till the people understand. Best regards.
+Panchi Quesada Thank you Panchi for your comments, great to have you with us all the way from Argentina
Enjoyed your presentation of all three woods. Real use of a weekenders work tasks on how and what woods to use. I am a DIYer and use YONICO Bits. No complaints. For the money spent well worth. Did my research and happy I have these in my arsenal.
That's an excellent point, clean bits are essential and in some many cases can solve "burning" that bits can do on some lumber. We often get asked about the bits at HF and we just don't know how they are. Would love to get some feedback if anyone has tried them. Yeah, looking at the pattern bit scared me too, but once we got the router speed at an appropriate speed it was fine, but I agree with your carbide concern. Thanks for commenting, great to have you with us.
Colin
Thanks for taking the time to comment, actually, some are so bad they don't even brand new out of the box, but I agree with you, this was not a significant demo. We have has so many people ask us about budget router bits, but without even looking at them, how can we know how good they are. At least we have one name now we can say we tested a few of these bits.
Great to have you with, we always listen to your comments, thanks for taking the time
Colin
Like the videos. I bought Yonico's set of picture frame bits. They worked well on oak. No tear out like I've heard about.
Thanks for all the tips and tricks!
I appreciate your videos man. I'm a maintenance worker. I have a lot of experience on a long of different things but something I've never done before. It's nice to see your videos.
Richard Cowtails Glad some of these are useful to you, and nice to hear someone who is educating themselves toward their career ... good on you buddy!
Thanks for taking the time to comment ... great to have you with us
Colin
Thanks for the last segment on the flush trim bit router, and trimming the 'overhang' on a wood frame. I've been looking through several videos for this exact thing but never found one. Now I know how to do it.
Great presentation. 80% of my bits are Yoniko brand. They work great, precise and smooth cut. And their customer service is superb.
The bit at 10:10 is called the death bit. It is designed for routing patterns when the bit points down. If you want to router pattern on a router table use a flush trim bit.
no it's just a long length pattern bit with bottom ball bearing mounted on the shank
Hi Bart, that is a flush trim bit, but the bearing is on the bottom. You are correct that a flush trim bit with bearing on top would be safer, the problem with that kind of a bit, on uneven wood, is that the bearing can ride off the wood if it's too high or low in one section. Either bit works fine and if the wood is flat and even, the flush trim bit with bearing on top is safer by not exposing so much rotating bit.
Thanks for commenting ... good to see this kind of interest :)
Colin
Thanks for commenting, I appreciate the input. Great to have you with us
Colin
That's a very good question, thanks for asking. Most router bits, including those featured in this video are carbide tipped. This means that you need special equipment in order to sharpen them such as diamond encrusted stones. Sharpening router bits is far more economical to have a good sharpening service do this for you rather than investing in the equipment unless you use routers a lot and have many bits.
Thanks again for the question
Colin
Not sure how you’re answering the questions from your viewers, but we can’t see the question!
Thanks! I took your advice and purchased the Yonico bits. I have to say, I'm very pleased with the quality and price. I only had one bit bearing fail, but i think it was me pushing too hard on the bit.
Hey Mitch, how are the Yonico blades holding up? Thinking of buying a set.
Thanks for the vid, I am a newbie in DIY woodworking and recently got myself a small makita cordless trim router. Thinking of getting some starter bits but don't want to spend a kidney. At the same time don't want to get a sets of cheap bits from China. Someone in youtube recommends getting quality bits over quantity. I already purchased a Freud straight bit to make groove for T-track. Yonico router bits seemed to be able to produce good(but not perfect) results yet not overly expensive, so gonna try out their 1/4" shank roundover bit and flush-trim bit.
Thanks for taking the time to comment, we appreciate you taking the time
Colin
Hi Alex, thanks for the note, would love to hear your feedback on the bits. Always good to hear what others experience too. Great to have you with us
Colin
Based upon your review, I ordered the Yanico 15-bit set for $37 on eBay. What a deal. Thanks.
Graças Jose para tomar o tempo para comentar, bom tê-lo conosco
Colin
Colin, I'm new to woodworking, and just bought a DeWalt DWP611 compact router. I'm looking for bits to use on my first project, a set of small wall shelves for the rear speakers on my home theater system. Your bit review is a big help; very thorough and concise. Thanks & subscribed.
Welcome, great to have you with us, thanks for taking the time to comment
Man that was an amazing review, its not even the info i was looking for but i watched the whole video anyway. A little tip, i would show the cut up close, right after you cut it with each individual bit. Thanks it was fun watching!!
+Dread 526 Thanks for the feedback, appreciate it
Thanks for taking the time to comment
Colin
thank you very much for doing a honest review i just got a set
Hi Colin! Não perco suas aulas! Sei que tem trabalho para colocar seus vídeos aqui, e o que podemos fazer para lhe ajudar é dar-lhe o carinho de nossos prestígios! Agradeço por todas as suas aulas e lhe digo que fico melhor a cada dia, diante seus conselhos. Um grande abraço brasileiro pra você! Thales.
Not translating very well ...
Hi Colin! Do not miss your classes! I know you have work to place your videos here, and what we can do to help you is to give you the affection of our prestige! Thanks for all your classes and tell you I get better every day, on their advice. A great Brazilian hug for you! Thales.
Thanks for you comments, happy to hear the videos are giving you good information.
Thanks for sharing, this, sorry to hear about the defect, but in defense of Yonico, and all other bit manufactures, they don't actually manufacture the bearings, they are however responsible for them so, you must send it back and get a replacement. They owe you that, and their warranties seem to be very good that way, so, keep them honest ... and send that bit back to them.
Thanks again for sharing, would love to know what the outcome is.
Colin
I checked out their website and the selection is good and so are the prices.
Thanks Colin
Obrigado por comentar, sempre feliz de ouvir de outros marceneiros.
...Another excellent presentation and a very useful information. Thanks for sharing your knowledge for woodworking fans like me. Deeply appreciated. My respects from PR.
Ive had great luck with the yoniko bits ive got off amazon. They are not "top of the line" but they certainly get the job done if you are not in a production environment.
Very helpful and well executed explanation. Thanks!
When buying these in the UK, the postage price will put you off, they appear to be good and the finish is top notch.
Thank you so much! You saved us many bucks!! Greetings from Greece!
Smaragda Demertzi Good to hear, great to have you with us
Can you use those in a non table router
I love your videos 🤗
Very intuitive
Good review, but I woud have more confidence in these bits if he had shown some cross grain routing. There was a lot of tear out on the head of that cutting board handle. Also guys, I really hate the term '''ok for a DIYer". Even someone who only gets a chance to get in the shop on weekends wants to do quality work. We are not in this hobby just to tear up some wood.
darryl reynolds ... I concur with you 100%. When they say it’s good for diy’ers, it makes it seem like we don’t care how our work turns out. We want quality tools just like a professional wood worker.
@@weston0614 I concur 100% also lol, and cant tell anything from a brand new bit anyhow.
I sometimes feel he talks down to anyone who isn’t a “pro”
good drill bits
It would be nice to see how they performed on end grain cuts.
Found this while looking for why an expensive brand F router bit might break under light duty before it cut a foot of groove. I have a few Yanico bits, and they're doing fine. They'll be my go-to bits until they let me down.
Hi Greg, thanks for the note, yes, we thought they were a very decent bit for the price, but would be interested to hear your experience too, if you get a chance.
Thanks again
Colin
This was very very helpful. Thank you for taking the time to do this!
I'm dead keen to know more about your router table. Bev Lee
Could you please do a video on finding a good hole saw kit. And how to properly use them.
Thank you Scott
Hi Colin, Excellent talk and well presented on those router bits.
Thanks.
Barry from England.
Barry Roberts Thanks Barry
Thanks for commenting Lantus
I use a lot of carbide endmills for cutting slots. Much harder carbide that is made to cut steel so they last a long time.
Thanks for posting, glad you found the vid useful :)
Colin
excellent review...concise. Saved me a bunch of dough; not only that, but these bits look way more professional...well machined...than any others I've been looking at. The only ones that come close are the Whiteside, but the 7pc set costs 95 clams and still don't look as good. I can't believe stores only carry 1/4" when the 1/2' are recommended. Well can't tell you how they perform because I'm waiting for delivery, but #15 for 42 beans (and better) vs.. $95 is why I'm waiting @ mailbox like when I was a kid waiting for my sea-monkeys or x-ray glasses for 62 box tops from Battle Creek, MI.
sunburstmike lol ... thanks for note Mike, loved the reference to the sea-monkeys, but you know, you are doing a right thing by looking closely when you are checking out router bits. The poor quality ones, when you just take a moment to look closely at them, are clearly not that well made in their finish, which likely means not that well made throughout.
Thanks for commenting buddy ...
another great video Colin, thanks from a very happy diyer , lol unless you do this for a living, then you're a diyer, I don't see the problem with your description at all, some people just have too much to say at times from Garry in the UK ,
Thanks for the info Colin just ready to start a project very helpful.
Good information for beginners like me. Thank you.
Nice video. Very informative. Barry
Thanks for the review.
That's an awful lot of pattern bit exposed above the work piece from a safety standpoint and your bit was either crawling up (because new and or not tight enough or glue was off/ you didn't adjust the bit height to account for the glue discrepancy).
these appear to be "just out of the box" bits.... in my experience, just out of the box has little if any issues with oak, much less with softwood when brand new.
I like watch your videos and learn more about carpentry
Have used this brand for years. They do work great, my thoughts on router bits has been, if you can buy two for the price of one that’s the way to go. I do have 3 or 4 high dollar bits I use only 1 to 2 times a year. My next question Is, you never stated if you were payed in any way by this company?
I always watch your vídeos , thank you for all the information ....
+Livudenflaeskesteg Thank you for your comments, I appreciate it
Very nice job done
Not sure if these bits are available in the UK except by mail order. I am aware of Trend but have not used any of their product, I believe some of it is available in in US and Canada but I don't know their manufacturing sources either.
Great bits and very affordable. Do you know what's the uses of the different radius sizes of flush trim bits?
Nice review. I like your style. You got a new subscriber.
Looking forward to more videos
new tools usually work well, but with time (sometimes short time), they get dull or show their real quality. so, now that some years have passed, do you still recommend this brand?
Just got myself a plunge router and a bits kit so this vid has helped me thanks for posting👍
Glad it helped. Thanks for watching David!
Another great video! Thank you!
HOla amigo soy fanático de la carpintería, y me gustan tus programas...y tus instrucciones para uso de herrameintas
That why im injoy watching this sir
I think most all new router bits will give you at least a pretty smooth finish
the real test is how long they stay sharp
You could be correct on that, I haven't had a chance to test a lot of them, what does separate them is when you get into bits that are supposed to work together like 2-piece door sets that don't mesh properly and novice woodworkers think they are doing something wrong when it's really the bits.
I would agree with that there are a lot of cheapos out there that don't do the job
I think the point of these are those occasions when you find a need for a bit but can't see yourself using it much in the future. In that situation, how long it says sharp for is less of an issue. If they are cheap enough you may get a cheap one and then upgrade when it starts to get a little worn through more use than you expected.
Very good information
Excellent, thank you
Thanks ... I'm looking forward to more from you too :)
Clearly explain, thanks for sharing
Excellent and informative. Thanks.
Kathy Dillenbeck Thanks for commenting on this video
First thing, do NOT buy a set. Likely you will only use half of them. Better to buy as you need for a job.
I am interested in tongue and groove 2 bit set versus a set with 120 degrees with tongue and groove. It looks like the one with 120 degrees gives more surface area for gluingbut which one is easier to cut and get a smooth joint?
Muito obrigado pelo seu video. Gostei muito.
Thank you so much, very useful info ! Regards
Hi! I like your videos. I am going to make raised panel doors. I am looking at the raised panel section and would like it to be an ogee with back cutter. Can I buy this separately. Do I need to buy all 3 pieces together. I made 2 doors for practice at school. I had problems with rail/style fitting with raised panel. Also I prefer the back cutter. Any suggestions? I am going to make 5 doors and I want to keep it going smoothly.
Hi l am always watching your videos. my question is (most of the time when I am cutting the wood in table saw l found a part in betwen the wood like a honey,what is this and how it is made and what to do with it?
Thanks
I'd like to ask if anyone knows: which shapers are usually cheaper to order for 2 inch custom moulding, "router bits" or "molding knives" ?
I'm just getting started in wood working. I've got a Ryobi router and was going to buy the Ryobi bit have you ever used them
Hello. I want to know what brand or kind of double side tape you use? Thank you for your quick response.
They probably made good bits awhile ago , not the ones I just bought in April 2019.
Thanks for the info.
thanks for the comment
I bought a the Yonico Door Edge Router bit set (12401) based on positive reviews, but found the performance to be disappointing. They left an acceptable finish when milled along the grain. When milled across the grain, I had tear out and chip out. These are definitely not professional quality bits, but for the DIYer, they would be fine.
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I have a cabinet set by Yonico and they work very well. I get no tear out when I used a sacrificial board for the end grains as you should do anyway.
Also, DIYers are still trying to do a professional job. I don't think "well that's close enough" when I do any of my woodworking.
very informative,
Well done video. Thanks
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That would be very cool :)
what brand tape do you use to hold the template? I've been using the home depot brand and it doesn't hold anything like the tape at 12:26 did
Hi Colin, thanks for the review! Can you comment on how the bits have held up over time? I've used a few no-name bits that worked well for 1 or 2 projects, but then had the bearings fall apart, the carbide cutting edges separate from the body, or even had a shank snap on me. Would love to try some of these out, but would prefer not to get burned again on the purchase. Thanks in advance!
Hi Alex ... yes, purchasing unknown router bits is a bit of a gamble. Thanks for your note, a great idea to check in and see how they are working out.
I have had these bits for over a year now and they are working fine. I have probably used them on half of the projects I have made and they are working fine so far. I think I would probably look at them as part time bits. They might not stand up to the rigors of daily use but for casual, hobby use they seem fine.
I did get one report from someone of one of these that failed. I told them to return the bit ... I didn't hear anything after that so I hope he got satisfaction with a replacement, but that is the only problem I have personally heard about.
Is this 5 piece kit still available? I couldn't find it.
How would you hollow out a bowling pin? I read that it's some hard ("rock") maple inside. I've been using hole saws at decreasing sizes. I have some large self-feed type of bits for my power drills, but they always seem to rip the pin from the vice when I use them..
hmm ... funny you would ask that, today I just watched a program on how they make bowling pins, and yep, they do use rock maple, but they hollow theirs out with like a big CNC machine, which is like a heavy duty router.
I think I would do the same as what you are doing, a hole saw. I think the trick might be to cut the holes while the block is still square, then insert a blank and turn the pins after, that is also what they did on show I watched.
Love to see some pics some time of your pins, sounds cool :)
Intresting! I must say i find this large straight bit slightly scary, mostly because there was no fence, and i always start to imagine what would happen if someone got his hand cought in there :D
Also, not judging you, but i have a feeling that Yonico "sponsored" this video. I am not saying you are not beeing honest or try to advertise them or something, but i would just be intrested if you are affiliated with the seller or brand in any way, just for curiousity :D
Sorry for my bad english, i am actually not a native speaker.
Overall I like your videos but this one was rather light-weight. Echoing a viewer in a previous post, I've run into very few new bits that didn't do a reasonable job on the first cut, it's how they hold up over time that makes the difference. I will check out the Yonico website, however.
that spanking paddle is going to hurt lol.
Very interesting and informative. Enjoyed watching the video.
Hi Gord, thanks for taking the time to comment
Colin
Nobody makes products to be tested against others, alas everybody is doing it! And another point - of course every cut was smooth as you were grinding merely less then 1/16"! You were testing stability and speed of your router set up, nothing else.
I agree, any bit will perform under this test even harbor freight bits cut smooth one time. lol run a few hundred feet of oak through them and you can see how they really do. i have a few of these bits including a cope and stick raised panel door set and they work ok but you need to clean them often and they do dull out. i have mine sharpened localy and it costs a few bucks a bit. if you use them a lot get the expensive ones. if they are for once in a while use the cheaper ones. its that simple. i do a lot of tongue and groove so i have a 150 dollar set and they are well worth it.
Hello,
I'm making some 2" and 3" long hoops out of 6", and wider, diameter PVC pipe. I'd like to reduce their inner and outer schedule but I'm not sure if there are straight, round-over, or chamfer bits best suited for cutting that material. Do you have any thoughts or advice for this matter?
Hmmm ... I have never done this kind of work, but from what I can gather from you note a straight bit would be best.
I do have some concern about safety with what you are doing, and you may be fine because I am not positive I understand what you are doing.
Working with small pieces is always more risky, so please be careful with what you are doing :)
Will do! Sincere Thanks for your response.
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