Mixed Lot of Vintage Drill Bits – High-Speed Steel & Auger

Description :
This assorted lot includes multiple vintage drill bits ranging from small precision sizes to larger woodworking augers. The set features high-speed steel twist bits, flat spade tips, and one large lead-screw auger bit, offering a mix for both wood and metalworking applications. Many pieces show patina and light surface rust consistent with age but remain serviceable with cleaning or sharpening. Ideal for collectors of vintage tools, restorers, or anyone looking to stock a shop with durable, old-school bits.

Era
Mid-20th Century

Style
Industrial / Workshop Tools

Technique
Precision-machined high-speed steel and carbon steel, with fluted, flat, and auger cutting profiles

Tools Used
Metal lathe, milling cutter, fluting grinder, tempering kiln

History
These bits represent the heavy-duty manufacturing of mid-century toolmaking, designed to last decades with proper care—many tradesmen still prefer them over modern equivalents.

Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Unknown (varied origins; some designs resemble early Irwin and Greenfield models)

Measurements
Bits range from approx. 1" to 8" in length; auger bit measures approx. 8" L x 1" diameter

Suggested Weight
Approx. 3.5 lbs total

Item Number : P14269

Category : Power & Other Tools

Brand : UK