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@faraimlambo405418 күн бұрын
Have been struggling to sharpen drill bits and this video did it for me..very much appreciated 👏🏼
@richardlarose1908Ай бұрын
Simplicity and efficiency, excellent! Thanks!
@thomasjefferson14575 жыл бұрын
I've been hand sharpening drills as a machinist for over 50 years and learned it almost exactly as you are showing it in your video. I'm right handed and learned it rocking the drill on my right hand finger instead of my left as you do but that's the only difference. My first job as a machinist was sharpening a box of drill bits for the shop that had probably 500 dull bits in it. They knew the first few would not be so nice but by the time I was finished I had it down pat. Now I can sharpen drills in just a few minutes and teach others to do the same just as you are. Excellent video.
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@ToyManFlyer11005 жыл бұрын
How do you sharpen "masonry drill bits" ???
@thomasjefferson14575 жыл бұрын
@@ToyManFlyer1100 masonry bit cut by "impact" they have a chisel edge on the tip. (look at a new one) You need a silicon carbide wheel to grind it because of the carbide insert. Aluminum oxide will not grind the carbide very well. Masonry bits don't "cut" concrete as such. You need an impact drill that smacks it against the concrete and turns to remove the chips. It a totally different concept than a steel cutting drill bit.
@zoltanstrigan30962 ай бұрын
I have seen lots of vids on sharpening bits using angles, guides and special tools. Your video is the best I have seen and your simple method, clear explanation works great. I tried on old bits/ broken bits and very dull bits, and it sharpened them like new. Thank you
@eneeland9 күн бұрын
I bought a Drill Doctor. Waste of cash. It didn't sharpen the drills so that they had "bite". I returned it after trying your technique which gave the drills "bite". It worked great. Thank you.
@vankuipland4 жыл бұрын
I am a retired tool and die maker and like to watch engineering related videos on youtube and find most of these type of videos frustrating and done by people that have no clue and especially sharpening “ twist drills “. This video is exactly how you sharpen drills ! One small hint , invest in some diamond files and a diamond hone ( flat ) and use them to put a small radius on the cutting points as this will extend the life of the drill. Most of the time the first thing to crumble and chip are those (2 )cutting points. The same goes for milling cutters . Well done Pete !
@petebeasttexashomesteading4 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@racheat2 жыл бұрын
Hello Jan, I'd love to learn more about how exactly to put the small radii on the cutting points. If you know of a website or video showing it, I'm very interested...I cannot find anything about it.
@b.p.rwebber8098 Жыл бұрын
I've been sharpening my drill bits for a couple of years now since I first saw your video and i haven't bought any new drill drill bits since. Watched other videos but have always gone back to your way. Simple easy and works. Awsome.
@BurblyWurbly4 жыл бұрын
In over 50 years of acquiring and dulling twist drills I've never thrown any away. Figured I'd learn how to sharpen them someday. Today I learned how and now have quite a collection of sharp drills. Thanks, Pete!
@petebeasttexashomesteading4 жыл бұрын
That's a lot of drills 🙂👍
@acreguy3156 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Pete!!! I love it when seasoned trades people freely give up their knowledge and tricks of their trade. If the world had more people like you we wouldn't need armies!!
@petebeasttexashomesteading Жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@garyjay1774 Жыл бұрын
Great to see old hands and an experienced brain giving practical advice. That was spot on mate. Thanks.
@colinmayes94462 ай бұрын
Thank you, I can't wait to get in my workshop and practice what you've shown us regarding drill bit sharpening.
@jhansikirani3442 Жыл бұрын
I saw 20 or more videos for drill sharpening before i got to this video. I learned the drill sharpening facts and method from this video. Great thing about this video is " No Showing off, no BS " . I wish you great success and happiness in your life. Please keep making more informative video
@petebeasttexashomesteading Жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@chuckoverturf67103 жыл бұрын
You did aa good explaining your process. I'm 70 years old and have been a mechanic all my life. I was great at destroying drill bits beyond recognition when I was a young man. Having to been exposed to machinists from the forties & fifties. I learned a great deal from them too. In 74 I went from worrking on motorcycle and cars to heavy equipment and OTR trucks. It's when your in the field & break a bit or dull it death, that being able to restore it to do the job is critical. Grinder rock grade is important to gain a good finish. I have a special grinder just for drill bits & chisels. Plus a small container on the grinder of water to cool the tool. A good idea. Oh, yes I've ground a bit of knuckle off getting anxious. I enjoyed the video.
@ashishdesle972220 күн бұрын
😊
@frankwaynefrank40818 ай бұрын
Thank you after all these years you have made it look so easy!
@sergehypertectaiwan62135 жыл бұрын
This is the best techniques to sharpen drill bits. I tried few of those I saw on KZfaq. But this is the best! 5 stars Thank you
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Thank you ☺
@robleach13357 ай бұрын
I just watched your video then sharpened a very dull 3/8" drill. I followed your instructions and it cut great after. Thanks so much.
@jamesdonnelly88882 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I don't know why this was a mystery so long. Just had to drill 4 large holes in a steel beam, and it was starting to get expensive in buying new bits. Your video saved me a lot of time and money. Good job!
@colinmayes94462 ай бұрын
Hi Pete, after many years of hit and miss drill bit sharpening, thanks to your video I am well on the way to becoming proficient at sharpening, thank you, and the very best wishes to you from England.
@kennychallАй бұрын
top job Pete I was sharpening two drill bits on my grinder but I had smoke and tip turning blue they are thin bits 4mm 5mm and I turn my bits, your video is tops, I will go back in garage and see how I go using your method I have about 40 drill bits all sizes sometimes I do a good job sharpening but other times not so good, I hope I can master your method big thankyou from down under in Aus.
@maxrennie3883 жыл бұрын
AT LAST SOME ONE WHO KNOWS WHAT HE IS DOING, GREAT TO SEE A ARTISAN AT WORK GOOD STUFF
@petebeasttexashomesteading3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I really appreciate that 👍
@jeffwhite62675 жыл бұрын
Excellently presented technique. Simple, clear and effective. Thank you for creating and sharing this content.
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@rickycox96164 жыл бұрын
This is the same technique I was taught WAY back in Ag Mechanics in High School. This video was a good refresher for me.
@petebeasttexashomesteading4 жыл бұрын
👍
@jasonhenshaw16124 ай бұрын
Awesome video. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. My drill bit cuts now like a hot knife through butter.
@mystic241002 ай бұрын
Good video. I learned to sharpen drills over 60 years ago and the same technique only I rock the drill the opposite way. I will try your way next time.
@williambrown672111 ай бұрын
I have thrown away hundreds of what I thought were bad drill bits.. thanks to you!! I can start saving money just by sharpening them...thank you so much!! Great!! video.... not to mention very helpful!!... thank you again Sir!!! ..
@prmcollin8 ай бұрын
I have not thrown away hundreds of bad drill bits…just kept buying more and more. Cant wait.
@fishingismydrug15 жыл бұрын
Thank you! To the point (pun intended) no cheesy intro, and quality information. You also answered the commenters. Kudos to you ! !
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@trevors85774 жыл бұрын
About the best video I've found so far. Just about all the others will go side to side and hold the bit at one angle. Though I prefer to start at the cutting edge and swing up while rotating the bit. Learned that in high school and when I was a machinist for a few years right after, pretty much everyone in the 100 man shop sharpened bits that way. Also we kept water there to dunk the bits in to keep them cool.
@petebeasttexashomesteading4 жыл бұрын
👍
@wolverine37x2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, I have been messing about doing this all wrong, even bought sharpening jigs that I have struggled to get good results from. It really is quite simple.
@beavis14165 жыл бұрын
35 years of workshop experience finally learnt something about sharpening drills (usually pass that task on apprentices).I sincerely thank you very much.
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
👍
@joshuafinley51312 жыл бұрын
Great info! No more buying drill bits left and right! Thank you for sharing!
@doughoagАй бұрын
I've been using the grinder's guide to sharpen bits and relying on finesse to achieve the taper. Your tip on moving above the centerline of the wheel was like a light bulb coming on! Funny how something so simple can be so elusive until you see it done! Thanks for sharing!
@zachlemon10303 жыл бұрын
definitely a very informative video, I recently purchased an old but very good quality bench grinder and intend on using it to give old axe heads new life as well as giving most of my tools new edges, thanks to you I now can practice and hone down on these very important skills, thanks :)
@johnroberts37232 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and skill with a simple no nonsense way of sharpening drill bits. I now have the confidence to sort through my box of too many drill bits due to just acquiring new ones through laziness and convenience.
@abbii16615 жыл бұрын
this is the most easy to follow video on sharpening drills I see on you tube.
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙂
@femibicky Жыл бұрын
I love the way you make it look so simple and highly achievable, you're a very good lecturer
@samdang52468 ай бұрын
Simple easy and works. Thanks, Pete!
@jurikristjouw Жыл бұрын
You make it look waaay to easy ;-) Thanx for the tips! Learning the trade as we speak
@greenmanlove13 жыл бұрын
great stuff appreciate above the centre line of the wheel info. love from Scotland
@Monk26995 жыл бұрын
Great video! Very simple and to the point for the average user.
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@daletustison8550 Жыл бұрын
Nice video. You are spot on. Every other video I watched, they turn the drill (wrong) That makes the relief too excessive. The cut too aggressive. I always recommend beginners and precision accuracy to be done via aid of a drill point gauge. Do not move the finger the drill is resting on. Do not come too high. Ideally the web should be at 90 Degrees across the center. You, Ole Son are good. Thanks for the good info.
@petebeasttexashomesteading Жыл бұрын
Thank you, I appreciate that 👍
@raysmith10284 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Pete. Excellent Tutorial - great photography and easy to follow explanation. I have a dozen blunt drill bits. Can now proceed with confidence
@petebeasttexashomesteading4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@kevinpease17244 жыл бұрын
This technique worked a treat, I drew a line on the support to get the correct angle, and perfect result. Thank You .
@petebeasttexashomesteading4 жыл бұрын
Awesome 👍
@garyalderman5163 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the refresher, I need to get my bits in shape.
@gordiemillhouse85254 жыл бұрын
THANKS FOR THE HELP, JUST GETTING BACK INTO SHARPING KNIFES AND CLEANING UP OLD IRON AFTER 60 YRS LIKE OLD SCHOOL TECHNIC BEST GORDIE’
@petebeasttexashomesteading4 жыл бұрын
👍
@edwinfirst46775 жыл бұрын
Great video, I've always had a hard time sharpening drill bits and was about to by Drill Doctor out of desperation until I tried this. Worked perfectly, great results; Sharpened a bunch of my dull bits perfectly. My problem was that I was holding the bit below the centerline, simple fix for me with his method. Many thanks Pete!
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Awesome 👍
@stanislavtihohod5 жыл бұрын
Finally someone does it right on KZfaq.
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙂
@jetamorsolovideos2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video it surely makes sharpening drill bits faster and cost effective than buying a new one.
@jimvantol17983 жыл бұрын
I can’t tell you how many hours I’ve been spending trying to sharpen drill-bit’s… Sometimes I get it right ...most often wrong... most of the videos I have watched make it so complicated until I finally saw yours ....I aced it in one try! You’re 33 years of experience payed off for me! 🤓. 👍
@petebeasttexashomesteading3 жыл бұрын
Awesome 👍
@gregbrooks44504 ай бұрын
Than you! I tried this and spent an hour sharpening old bits that were killing me to use!
@allankvist67415 жыл бұрын
As the other said. Very good video. To the point and no unnesesary details to confuse people🙌
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@pabonl13 жыл бұрын
Great video Pete. I tried to sharpen the drills today after I saw the video on youtube and it worked. I sharpened like 30 drills and all of them are working. I was about to throw the drill bits in the trash, but now I don't have to buy drills in a long time. Thanks Mr. Pete and "saludos" from Puerto Rico.
@petebeasttexashomesteading3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad it helped you out and saved you a lot of money 👍
@bigrusscarrey37405 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir for that short but sweet video, ,thanks for sharing your talent with us
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
👍
@mlb6d94 жыл бұрын
Excellent - nothing like some good, old-school simplicity that is as good or better than these newfangled sharpening contraptions on the market. Thanks for making this!!
@petebeasttexashomesteading4 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@pellicer6483 жыл бұрын
English is not my native language , so I appreciate so much your clearest explanation I understood everything. thank you so much.
@petebeasttexashomesteading3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@pellicer6483 жыл бұрын
@@petebeasttexashomesteading I just finished. Save more than 30 drill bits! I tested in a thick sheet of iron, nice! In few minutes I got the way. thank you again
@jimvantol17983 жыл бұрын
Hi Pete...sorry to bother you with some more words but I did comment a few months ago on your drill sharpening and how delighted I was with the results. I work with my son installing garage doors and , one of the things I do is keep his drill bits sharp. I’m running out of practice now because they last so long! I have only sharpened two in the last couple of months! Thanks again ...Jim Vantol..Surrey BC Canada
@petebeasttexashomesteading3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome, thank you 👍
@silentypeguy2 жыл бұрын
What a relief! (excuse pun). Immediate improvement in my hobby drilling after years of mediocre results. Many thanks, one Pete B to another.
@6900pilot4 ай бұрын
That was a decent presentation thank you, i was allways doing it wrong by twisting the bit as well. Thank you sir for the video. 👏
@gangeldc3 жыл бұрын
I have struggled with consistent results, till this video, the finger under the bit is magic! Gives you amazing control. Also starting at the back of the tip and working towards the edge, thank you so much, perfected my technique!!!
@eozen814 жыл бұрын
Until this video I really had no idea about we can sharpen drills, yet I do not have bench grinder but that does not matter, good thing is to learn this. Thank you Pete.
@petebeasttexashomesteading4 жыл бұрын
Your welcome 👍
@leonardoquitola1890 Жыл бұрын
Wow,,Thank You for the Vedio,,God Blesa from Laguna Philippines
@DeakzVideos Жыл бұрын
Perfectly explained, much appreciated for the video mate. Picked up a second hand bench grinder with new wheels. Since sharpening my bits I have saved a fortune and it’s become fun too
@rsauve9995 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Pete -- clear & simple. Bob
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Awesome 👍
@andrebelfort71122 ай бұрын
best video i can now sharpen my drills.
@ekim0002 жыл бұрын
Nice straightforward approach and explanation. Thanks!
@samtomassi67195 жыл бұрын
I've been using 2 steps ( I. E, cutting edge then relief cut) on each flute for years. I can't wait to try this. I don't think I've read a better explanation. To the guy who made comment about the grove in the rest being made for it. Pete said in the video that holding the drill above centerline rolling it thru an arc not past the point of rolling over the leading edge is how its done. Now, I'm pretty certain he meant that done this way will automatically take care of the trailing edge, Relief. Thanks for a great video and please correct me if what I said was not in line with your explanation.
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, well said.👍
@dingydate2 жыл бұрын
THANK'S Pete, for years i have tried to sharpen drill bits, but this is the way i will do them from now on easy and they are sharp. CHEERS Aussie Chris. HAPPY NEW YEAR.
@petebeasttexashomesteading2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and Happy new years to you as well.
@Knights11224 ай бұрын
Thank you - my first bit came out good and I expect I will get better
@briangoodwin8887 Жыл бұрын
Best video I have seen on this topic. Direct, well done. Good work sir.
@peteflores70312 жыл бұрын
I have a lot of drill bits, from the smallest up to 3/4"and every one of them are in bad shape. It is time to go buy a grinder, this morning I was trying to drill through a 1/16 " piece of metal to install a new mail box and it took for ever. I have been looking at drill shapers and thanks to you I will only buy the grinding machine tomorrow. Thanks for the information, you have saved me money and time.
@roryvonbrutt73022 жыл бұрын
Wow I thought I have watched a lot of these but that just seems so concise and easy method I've done it yet but wow good job, sir‼️®™️ 👏👏👏
@fixitmakeit722 жыл бұрын
I also was trained many years ago how to sharpen my own drill bits. Recently lost my way a bit ( sharpening below centre line) and now after watching your video at 04:00am I am going to invest in a better bench grinder and sit down sharpen all my dull bits. Not sure about the smaller bits tho. What size do you stop at and just buy new ones. Really great video Pete, not bin that excited or looking forward to sharpening my drill bits for ages. Well done for posting this video Pal.
@petebeasttexashomesteading2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Usually anything smaller then 1/8 inch, you would be better off using a smaller grinder with a 6 inch wheel or smaller and make sure you dress the wheel really good.
@drivewaygarage15612 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, I'm drilling out a couple of bolts and my drill bits are getting dull so this should help
@mark-19019 ай бұрын
Great to know when I retire I saved the old one's...I keep changing my company for new ones all the time....Time is money...I have alot of old ones...
@anthonywatkins27834 жыл бұрын
Very good demo making clear and importance of cutting edge and drill clearance angle for general cutting jobbers drill 👌
@petebeasttexashomesteading4 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@ronvalente656 жыл бұрын
Lots of common sense Pete, from obviously some one with years of experience! some of the videos on youtube try to make this harder than it really is, it's just practice and more practice, I learned my trade as an apprentice in a machine shop! one of the first skills taught was how to sharpen a drill, and it's something you never forget.
@petebeasttexashomesteading6 жыл бұрын
Ron Valente Thank you
@ndav8r2 жыл бұрын
Good info, but I was taught in Machining school to use a front scooping action, starting at the cutting lips or edges, setting the relief angle, watching for the sparks to come over, then grinding the relief ending at the center
@SuperJohneee5 жыл бұрын
It would be interesting to see a " before and after" on a piece of steel.Great video!
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
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@user-zp5st8ty6b2 ай бұрын
great video thanks ,have been wanting to lear this for a long time
@DesAcetek Жыл бұрын
I always start at the cutting edge and roll up to cut the relief this way the drill is coolest when you are at the cutting edge
@daletustison8550 Жыл бұрын
I am sure most of the people that watched this video because they have not had the formal training and experience we have, ie home/hobbiests, I think it is also important for them to know how to grind a negative when drilling thin metal to avoid grabbing. I have seen many problems and some injuries from this process. You have the expertise and Equip. to do it. I do not. Thanks again.
@ians14643 жыл бұрын
Something that definitely needs to be learned thanks for the help
@petebeasttexashomesteading3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@betsyminer732 Жыл бұрын
Unbelievable!!!!!! What a time saver and saving money at the same time. For years I would just say that bit is ruined, better go buy another one. Not anymorewith the help of your easy-to-understand video. Thanks for an awesome and easy video to keep my bits sharp for a long time.
@danielchambers19583 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel while searching for info to sharpen a drill bit. Heading back to the shop to try this . . . I am in East TX as well . . . . rural living is utopia . . . sometimes!
@hotchinahk3 жыл бұрын
You made it so simple, thank you.
@charlesschofield91353 жыл бұрын
Thk you .we in India can afford some of the gadgets and ur video made it look easy and simple .thk u so much..
@petebeasttexashomesteading3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@MrTheothercan3 жыл бұрын
I love the video and info you provided, so thanks for that right off the bat. One other thing I learned when hand sharpening these bits is to "back grind" the cutting edge. I'm not very good at descriptions, but what I mean is if you look at the cutting edge of the bit and follow it toward the center you'll eventually get to the back portion of the other half of the bit. I was told that if you just touch that area with the edge of the stone you can remove a bit of metal that will give you a more pointed bit for better initial cutting. It dulls faster, but seems to work like a charm for harder applications. Anyway, love to know your thoughts.
@abramsanchez102 жыл бұрын
thank you, worked to perfection!!
@alangomez75927 ай бұрын
Tired of buying bits. Have hundreds of them. Invested in a bench grinder. Thanks for the video. It was clear and no rambling.
@rgerlick Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@FranksHairSalon3 ай бұрын
Another tip - NEVER let the drill bit turn blue. Always cool the bit in water as you are grinding. It doesn't take long to blue the cutting edge and then you've buggered it.
@gunterbecker85283 ай бұрын
Got to try u way !
@danl.81673 жыл бұрын
Great video. Straight to the point. Very informative. I really like that you got your camera to focus. Could really see the details. Thanks.
@Jamal-rg6brАй бұрын
The easiest and fastest way to sharpen the drill bit but these require alot of practice to be good, perfect and save money....
@gilbertvidana97094 жыл бұрын
Thanks, clear and simple, time to practice,........never new about silicon carbide dressing stick!!!
@petebeasttexashomesteading4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@stevemarriott97557 жыл бұрын
Great educational video as always Pete, you learn something everyday
@petebeasttexashomesteading7 жыл бұрын
Thanks and yes we all learn something new everyday.
@stchman3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. I tried your techniques and I was able to sharpen drill bits by hand pretty decent for my first time. The larger bits are much easier, the small ones are a pain.
@petebeasttexashomesteading3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 👍
@albertkinney8021 Жыл бұрын
Guess I have been doing it backwards I do it point first they work but I'm not above trying something a new way thanks for the insight.
@rickymccafferty78405 жыл бұрын
This has been the easiest video to understand that I have seen so far.
@petebeasttexashomesteading5 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@flaviorizzardi1654 жыл бұрын
Well done,nice quality grinder,straight to the point explanation, thankyou