A long time ago, in an issue far, far away…the May 2014 issue of KITPLANES, to be exact…The Home Shop Machinist covered the ins and outs of using the Quantum jig to DIY drill bolt heads for safety ...

Woodworking expert Rob Johnstone shares how a trick using a piece of scrap wood can translate into three handy hacks that make drilling tasks more efficient.

If you’re having trouble making straight holes with your handheld power drill, an old CD can make for a cheap and effective guide. You can buy a dedicated drill guide at your local hardware store, but ...

If you’ve ever tried to drill a hole on an angle with a power drill, you’ve probably drilled some pretty shocking holes. To do it right, you really need some mechanical assistance, and this jig from ...

Use your working hand to keep a slight, steady pressure through the drill while you work, which will help the bit stay in place. When you’re done and need to remove the bit from the project, use the ...

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Drilling in its broadest sense is any process that involves making a circular hole in a solid material or hard surface using a boring tool. With thousands of applications across industries, drilling ...

There are three tool options to consider when drilling large-diameter holes in thick steel: twist drill bits, hole saws and annular cutters. 1. Twist drill bits. Especially in steel thicker than ¼", ...