Whiteside Router Bits RU5200T Three Flute with Spiral Bit, Up Cut Solid Carbide 1/2-Inch Cutting Diameter and 2-Inch Cutting Length

I purchased this VERY NICE 1/2" bit in 12/2015, it has performed exceptionally well, in many different species from Hard Maple, Purpleheart, Bubinga, Zebrawood, EVEN twisted grain Rustic Knotty Hickory- every project I use this bit on, comes out with almost "NO" strands of grain hanging in the cut, I have been building "Heirloom Quality" Custom Woodwork for 35+ years and when I can find a well cutting router bit such as this, I "baby" it- never "Hog" into any cuts, keep it clean and sharp- the fact that it has "3" flutes is partially why it out performs all other 1/2" bits, the "secret" behind this is a very tight microstructure of carbide AND proper "Heat Treatment"- when hardening and tempering a very complex matrix that lends to the ability for this bit to stay sharp- it requires a very lengthy time and proper internal tension relief (I worked as a Metalsmith for 3 years) and the shop that has the ability to perform the processes (and the "Person" to Q.A. the processes) is VERY costly, I will be buying more of this type of bit as soon as I can find a good price (this is a very good price) I would like some different sizes, I have $5,000.00 invested in my Router Table (not including the bits, the JessEm hold downs) - if you take care of good equipment, it will last for generations- Thanks Amazon for the reviews, the folks who take time to write them, and to "Whiteside" for such a wonderful bit- Happy Wood Shavings !

Whiteside quality always pleases! Bit cuts great!

This bit us sharp, true and highly effective. Digs chips out like a champ. I cut 2+ inch mortise with it easily. Leaves a great finish. Recommended.

Very nice bit made with great quality. I'm only giving it a 4 star because I like a two flute bit more than a three flute. The three flutes cut a little slower, yet cleaner, than a two flute. They also "grab" more. I used this bit to mortise 2.25" mortises for a gate in white oak. I had to cut shallow passes or else it got too scary! The bit does what it's supposed to, but I was probably using it for the wrong application.

I recently used this to cut out a 21” diameter lazy Susan from 1” thick walnut, ash, and blood wood. The edge was absolutely clean and never bogged the router down once. All of my Whiteside bits outperform the Freud bits I own. Just be careful because this thing is razor sharp.

The diameter was as close as I could measure with digital calipers to .500 inches as specified. The cuts in veneered plywood are clean and without chips both across and with the grain. The bottom of the cut was flat and smooth. The bit exceeded my expectations and needs in all parameters. This is an UPDATE- I have used this bit several times since first reviewed and felt compelled to add to it's praises. This bit has exceeded my expectations with every use. It is the sharpest bit I own (be careful - I cut myself installing it ) . It leaves a smooth flat bottom and clean edges - even in plywood. It melts away material when cleaning out a pocket and leaves feathery thin chips like a well tuned and sharpened hand plane.

Excellent quality bit for woodworking. I’ve been using this to make deep mortises in wooden doors for multipoint locks in combination with a Bosch 1617 and various jigs. The Whiteside has been leaving smooth surfaces with virtually no tearout so far on unfinished mahogany.

This bit performs really well. I used it to cut dados into oak and maple and it produces a very nice cut and goes through it like butter. It is a bit on the expensive side but I have several Whiteside bits and they are nice.

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Todo a satisfacción, calidad de ingeniería, control de calidad, los filos de sus listones son perfectos. Productos como este son el referente para otras marcas. Incluso tiene un valor estético maravilloso, un placer trabajar con esta broca.