Opinions or experience with these TP drill bits?

[Illini Pete]

Hey Guys,

Been looking for a set of quality USA made drill bits for drilling mostly steel and saw these 2 sets on the TP web site:
http://www.tptools.com/29-Pc-X6-Chrome-Drill-Bit-Set,8084.html?b=s*drill+bits
http://www.tptools.com/29-Pc-Black-and-Gold-Drill-Bit-Set,8083.html

I'm leaning toward the first set as I like the metal index. Anyone with experience or opinions on either of these?

Thanks,
Pete

 

[u118224]

I am not familiar with those bits. Take a look at the Norseman black and gold set from Epsteins for the same or less money. I also love Tru-Cut black and gold drill bits from buydrillbits.com. They are as good or better than Norseman and USA made.

 

[Cope]

I'm not familiar with those, but if possible, buy the mechanic's length rather than jobber length.

 

[jeffmoss26]

From the logo on the front of the case, looks like ITM. Some of the hardware stores here carry that brand.

 

[Illini Pete]

I'm not familiar with those, but if possible, buy the mechanic's length rather than jobber length.

Why is that?

 

[Illini Pete]

From the logo on the front of the case, looks like ITM. Some of the hardware stores here carry that brand.

They are both ITM according to the ads