Features
- Pilot-point tip to start on contact for accurate holes
- No-spin shank to reduce bit rotation in the chuck
- Tapered web for improved durability and reduced breakage
- Size markings located above the shank to resist wear
- Split-point style for sizes 1/16" to 11/64"
- Standard (jobber) length, fractional sizing
Specifications
| Diameter (In) | 1/16 |
| Diameter (Decimal In) | 0.0625 |
| Head Type | Split Point |
| Overall Length (In) | 1.88 |
| Drilling Depth (In) | 0.88 |
| Pack Quantity | 12 |
| Product Weight (Oz) | 0.496 |
| Standard Length | Jobber |
| Notes | Sizes 1/16" to 11/64" are split point drill bits |
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Twist drill bit with a pilot-point tip designed to start on contact for accurate holes. The shank is designed to resist spinning in the chuck, and the web is tapered to improve durability and reduce breakage. Markings above the shank identify size.
Project Ideas
Business
Sea-Glass Earring Blanks
Source sea glass and drill consistent 1/16-inch hang holes for jewelers and crafters. Sell curated color-matched pairs or bulk packs on Etsy and at bead markets.
Custom Constellation Boards
Offer personalized wall art or charcuterie boards featuring drilled star patterns filled with brass rod or resin. Monetize through wedding gifts, nursery decor, and astronomy-themed corporate gifts.
Miniatures Pinning Kits and Service
Sell kits with 1/16-inch bits, pinning wire, CA glue, and a micro jig, plus offer a mail-in pinning/assembly service for tabletop gamers. Create tutorial content to drive sales.
Pre-Drilled Guitar Pick Keychain Blanks
Buy bulk picks and drill clean 1/16-inch holes so customers can add their own rings and charms. Offer custom engraving/printing add-ons for bands, schools, and events.
DIY Micro Wind Chime Kits
Package pre-drilled shells/glass, line, split rings, and a simple jig into retail kits. Sell online and wholesale to gift shops and coastal boutiques, leveraging the bulk bit pack for efficient production.
Creative
Sea-Glass Micro Wind Chimes
Use the 1/16-inch split-point bit to drill clean starter holes in small sea glass, shells, or polished stones without walking. String them with fine wire or fishing line and mount to a driftwood header for delicate chimes or suncatchers.
Constellation Inlay Coasters
Lay out star patterns on wood coasters and drill 1/16-inch holes for brass rod or pigmented epoxy inlays. The pilot-point tip keeps each hole precisely placed so constellations line up crisply.
Miniature Model Pinning
Drill tiny pilot holes in resin or metal miniatures to insert paperclip or brass-wire pins for stronger joints. The no-spin shank and tapered web improve control and reduce breakage on delicate parts.
Guitar Pick Jewelry
Repurpose old guitar picks into earrings and keychains by drilling neat 1/16-inch hang holes that won’t crack the plastic. Add jump rings and findings for quick, colorful accessories.
Tiny Birdhouse Ornaments
Build small decorative birdhouses and use the bit for precise pilot holes for brad nails, hooks, and ventilation. The split-point prevents bit skating on end grain and thin stock.