For years, I’ve watched woodworkers painstakingly excavate intricate inlays and tiny mortises for small {hardware}—knife hinges being an ideal instance—routing freehand or utilizing chisels and gouges as a result of the work was just too small to accommodate a template and a flush-trim bit. That’s why I used to be instantly intrigued once I got here throughout Amana’s 3/16-in. and 1/4-in. flush-trim bits. These bits open the door to utilizing templates in conditions the place that merely wasn’t potential earlier than. Upon first look, they appear impossibly small, however functionally they behave similar to any sample bit with a template bearing on prime.
There are just a few necessary caveats. As a result of the shanks—particularly on the three/16-in. bit—are so skinny, you’ll be able to’t take deep cuts. Lowered RPMs, shallow cuts, and a conservative feed fee are required. Used accurately, although, these Amana flush-trim bits make template routing potential for delicate, small-scale duties—and when you attempt them, you might marvel the way you ever labored with out them.
Equipment
Amana Device – 47224-S Miniature Flush Trim Plunge Template 1/4 Dia
Worth: $43.48 on the time of writing
Amana Device Carbide Tipped Miniature Flush Trim 3/16 Dia
Worth: $46.04 on the time of writing
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