hex shank drill bits larger than 1/4"?

[bimmer630]

I have a blue point hex shank drill bit set, and I have these blue point hex bit extensions, which allow me to effectively have extensions for my drill bits... but only when Im using 1/4" or smaller drill bits.

Does anyone make hex shank drill bits above 1/4"? I did a quick google search and found nothing

 

[Mr. Wonderful]

I have the Milwaukee shockwave set that goes up to 1/2".

 

[davethorik]

I have a few...all Montana brand made in USA from Menards. They've held up well

 

[bimmer630]

thanks!

 

[Leaflessshadetree]

New tried on but these are available https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FOQK6IK/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Catch_22]

New tried on but these are available https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FOQK6IK/?tag=atomicindus08-20

That looks like a terrible way to ruin bits. And why?

 

[davethorik]

That looks like a terrible way to ruin bits. And why?

I guess if you have a lot of round shank bits and no drill?

The Montana brand drill bits I mentioned above are impact rated. I used them extensively in my impact, as the stock chuck on my Milwaukee m18 drill *****. The bits are USA made and cheaper individually than "box store bits", they sell them at a Menards close to me, might have to look online if there isn't one nearby.

https://www.montanabrandtools.com

 

[Leaflessshadetree]

That looks like a terrible way to ruin bits. And why?

I didn't invent it, market it or even buy it. I don't know why someone would make or want hex drive or impact rated drill bits.
Apparently someone thinks there is a use, there are several brands to choose from.
I do know that it can be awkward to carry a drill for pilot holes and an impact driver for screws, especially on a ladder or in tight areas. If someone makes a combo drill/impact the hex would make it quicker/easier to swap drill and driver.

Doesn't seem like any of it is suited for precision work.

 

[kctyphoon]

I didn't invent it, market it or even buy it. I don't know why someone would make or want hex drive or impact rated drill bits.
Apparently someone thinks there is a use, there are several brands to choose from.
I do know that it can be awkward to carry a drill for pilot holes and an impact driver for screws, especially on a ladder or in tight areas. If someone makes a combo drill/impact the hex would make it quicker/easier to swap drill and driver.

Doesn't seem like any of it is suited for precision work.

Impact driver. Using imapacts to drill saves your wrist, and eliminates a tool like you suggested. I agree though - I’m not a fan of those bits.. i have no desire to own them, and ive never had good luck with the cheaper ones.. seems like youre giving the bit a good place to break off, and thats about it.

 

[Catch_22]

stock chuck on my Milwaukee m18 drill *****]

I thought it was only mine. Anyone know of a write up on fixing this?