How are these holding up for you guys? I've been going through bits like crazy with my ryobi18v 1/4" impact. I bought a set of these at home deep pockets and am impressed with the selection which allows you to expand. Initial impression is that they are good.
milwaukee shockwave bits?
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truckdriver
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I didn't like mine at all. I had the same results as these guys. I love my M12/M18 stuff but no more shockwaves for me.
http://dewaltownersgroup.com/index.php?topic=663.0
http://dewaltownersgroup.com/index.php?topic=663.0
woody 73
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I have better luck with the dewalt impact bits, but I stay away from the dewalt drill bits with the 1/4" shank (for fast bit removal) as they tend to break very fast (made in China ones).
balane
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Are there any hex drive quick release drill bits not made in China?
Thanks. I guess I didn't get burned too badly only have spent 10 bucks for the set. Really only needed the bit holder as I misplaced mine. That was a good review. Guess ill be going with dewalt in the future.
truckdriver
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The Zephyr/Snap On and Apex are US.
Randy_che
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I've driven hundreds of screws into PT lumber with the Shockwave 4" phillips driver tips and don't see near that much wear. I'm generally satisfied. Maybe I'll look at the dewalt next time I need some
The Shockwaves are good enough for my uses. I have tons of Dewalts but usually I keep the shockwaves in the truck and that means they've been what I grab for the screwdriver or impact, they do a good job in both.
In terms of just pure longevity, sure the dewalt impacts probably last 1.5x as long as the shockwaves. the regular dewalts last almost as long as the shockwaves in an impact gun, well maybe a 2 to 3 ratio. But there isn't anything inherently wrong with the shockwaves.
In terms of just pure longevity, sure the dewalt impacts probably last 1.5x as long as the shockwaves. the regular dewalts last almost as long as the shockwaves in an impact gun, well maybe a 2 to 3 ratio. But there isn't anything inherently wrong with the shockwaves.
PugetDude
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Tried the Milwaukee Shockwave bits. They weren't any better than the cheapos from HF, just more expensive.
The best bits I've found are the ones at the checkout counter in the plastic display case at the local full-service lumberyard. They have them in P2 up to 6" long.
YMMV
The best bits I've found are the ones at the checkout counter in the plastic display case at the local full-service lumberyard. They have them in P2 up to 6" long.
YMMV
neophyte
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The Dewalt Impact Ready drill bits are currently manufactured in Germany. Be careful though, Dewalt had some older quick release hex drive bits that were manufactured differently and may not be as good. The Impact Ready drill bits are machined from a single piece of steel for all sizes. I believe in the UK the same drill bits are called Extreme Impact.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002LF9120/?tag=atomicindus08-20
Norseman also sells quick release hex shank drill bits. The smaller Norseman hex shank drill bits I've seen appear to be a two piece design with a drill bit brazed into a hex shank. Some threaded shank aviation drill bits appear to be manufactured the same way so if it's done right it shouldn't cause a problem. Given Norsemans reputation they should be able to do it right. The drill bits they use are their Magnum, Nitro Carburized, Black and Gold finish drill bits which have a very good reputation.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0077P8ZRQ/?tag=atomicindus08-20
balane
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Thank you neophyte and others. That is outstanding information and I'm happy to follow up on those leads. Much obliged.
jjjrmx5
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I find the shockwaves to be adequate but not much more than that.
For non-impact use I use Wihas. Love them and been using them for longer than I can remember.
I bought the Shockwaves a few years ago as an Xmas promo.
Fine for impact use but they seem to be a little sloppy in the fit and finish area of the tips which leads to premature wear. Not enuff too be a deal-breaker but they certainly are not up there with the industrial suppler level caliber bits. But--then you get into higher $$$.
Readily available? Yes.
Good? Yes.
Really good? No, not to me if impacting with them daily.
It's a wear item. I get it. But try a few other brands and decide.
And stripping out screw heads pisses me off.
A lot. LOLOLOLZZZZZZ.
McLean
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Complete garbage. I bought a set hoping they would last longer than the Dewalt's, but they stripped out waay faster. Needless to say, I burned through the pack in about an hour, then returned them to Home Depot the next time I went in. Definitely wont buy them again. But I love their M18's!!
N.I.
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I find that they last long enough for the price, but their fit really lets them down.
They are a pain in the *** for driving in stainless steel screws.
They are a pain in the *** for driving in stainless steel screws.
Maybe try Wera or Wiha ?
Wera
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softailgarage
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I've got both Milwaukee & Dewalt. The Dewalt seems to be a little tougher, but haven't had a problem with either yet. The problem I did have with Milwaukee are 2 bit designed for a stripped head. Dont know what they were thinking, but they're pretty useless.
BTW, can somebody recommend some quick connect drill bits? I've had HF & Ryobi and they both dull rather quickly.
BTW, can somebody recommend some quick connect drill bits? I've had HF & Ryobi and they both dull rather quickly.
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balane
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neophyte, I just bought these from eBay. Thanks for the lead, looking forward to using them.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/321224799496
http://www.ebay.com/itm/321224799496
neophyte
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Your welcome, I have a set of those I like. Other size bits are also available. To find them it's easier to check Amazon or other websites for the individual sizes.
ishiboo
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Use a bigger drill/driver and not an impact driver if you're doing all that, as well as T25 or T30 head screws. My Bosch 36v drill will put a 1/4" lag screw in like butter, it is MUCH more pleasurable than listening to the constant hammering of an impact, and one T25 bit lasts hundreds of screws.
IMO, impact drivers are over-rated. I almost never use mine except with a 1/4" socket adapter on it.
Randy_che
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I like the impact driver better than any drill driver I've ever used to run screws in, but it can be noisy. I use it 90% of the time and they both sit side by side on my bench. Works great with impact nut drivers and sockets too.
I use both the dewalts and shockwaves and dont see much if any difference they both ware out..
I lean toward dewalts they are cheaper..
When it comes to hex nut drivers the shockwaves seem nicer the magnets actually stay in them..
I lean toward dewalts they are cheaper..
When it comes to hex nut drivers the shockwaves seem nicer the magnets actually stay in them..
I used the #2 Phillips today to drive screws into a predrilled hardwood stair rail that the ends were coming off. Second screwhead stripped out along with the bit getting twisted. Seems the metal is either soft or not tempered properly. They are going back tomorrow. Not impressed. Its a shame because they look cool and have an awesome case that holds all your bits and bit holder together.
rancherbill
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Haha you American guys and your Phillips screws.
With Robertson (square drive) standard bits will drive hundred of screw. I have an impact one that is over 1500 and it looks great.
That wiha video sounds funny to me, My makita impact would be making a heck of a lot more noise than that. Mine develops 120 ft pounds of torque.
The problem I have is in old lumber when I hit a knot, the screw breaks
not the bit.
With Robertson (square drive) standard bits will drive hundred of screw. I have an impact one that is over 1500 and it looks great.
That wiha video sounds funny to me, My makita impact would be making a heck of a lot more noise than that. Mine develops 120 ft pounds of torque.
The problem I have is in old lumber when I hit a knot, the screw breaks
not the bit.geojag
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I have both phillips and robertson shockwave bits that I have driven hundreds of wood screws with, with an impact driver. They are still fine. I have dewalts too and they work great, I just use the shockwave more because the case fits in my toolbag better than the case my dewalts are in.
Nocturnal-G
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I have Milwaukee Shockwave impact bits... they are ok for non-impact use. 
Haha you American guys and your Phillips screws.
With Robertson (square drive) standard bits will drive hundred of screw. I have an impact one that is over 1500 and it looks great.
That wiha video sounds funny to me, My makita impact would be making a heck of a lot more noise than that. Mine develops 120 ft pounds of torque.
The problem I have is in old lumber when I hit a knot, the screw breaks
Yes, the Robertson is superior to the Phillips. Unfortunately, its not a common screw found here. I try to use them when I can.
the gypsy
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I am not to crazy about the shockwave. Unfortunately I bought a few packs because they were on sale. Now I regret it. I will try to get the Wiha Terminator if I can find it locally.