The Freud 11/16" Precision Shear Forstner Bit (PB-0045) is a premium boring tool engineered for woodworkers who demand clean, flat-bottom holes with minimal tearout. Designed by Freud for use in both drill press and handheld drill applications, this bit features a double-ground, razor-sharp serrated edge that continuously slices through material during rotation - reducing splintering and chipping across hardwoods, softwoods, veneered plywood, solid surface, and composites. Whether you are drilling pocket holes, overlapping holes, or precise flat-bottom cavities, the Precision Shear geometry delivers superior results compared to conventional Forstner bit designs.

Key Features

• Razor-sharp serrated edge - slices through wood fiber throughout the full rotation of the bit, producing flawless flat-bottom holes with less splintering and chipping than standard designs.
• Double-ground, multiple cutting edges with unique geometric design - generates greater shearing action, allowing for faster rotational speeds and more efficient material removal so you spend less time per hole.
• Quality forged construction - extends bit life significantly, making this a long-term investment rather than a disposable tool.
• Ultra-sharp spur - ensures an accurate starting point so the bit bites cleanly and tracks true without wandering, even on angled or curved surfaces.
• Steep angled cutting edges - produce holes that are smooth and flat, and create chisel-like curls for fast, clean chip removal - keeping the cutting area clear and reducing friction-related heat buildup.
• 5/16" shank - fits standard drill chucks on both drill presses and handheld drills, offering versatile compatibility across common workshop tools.
• Freud Limited Lifetime Guarantee - provides long-term assurance of bit quality and performance, protecting your purchase.

Why This Product

• Conventional Forstner bit designs generate small chips and dust that collect in the cutting zone, increasing friction, heat, and premature dulling - the Precision Shear serrated edge clears material in chisel-like curls, keeping the bit cooler and sharper through extended use.
• The double-ground serrated edge reduces tearout and rough hole edges on veneered plywood and hardwoods, eliminating the extra sanding step that standard bits typically require.
• At 3-1/2" in overall length with an 11/16" cutting diameter, this bit handles drilling flat-bottom holes, pocket holes, and overlapping holes across a wide range of woodworking applications in a single compact tool.
• Forged in Austria under Freud quality standards and backed by a Limited Lifetime Guarantee, this bit is built to outlast budget alternatives that dull quickly under demanding production or hobbyist use.

Specifications

• Brand: Freud
• Model Number: PB-0045
• Sub-Brand: Precision Shear
• Category: Forstner Bits
• Diameter: 11/16"
• Length: 3-1/2"
• Shank: 5/16"
• Rotation: RH
• Compatible Tools: Drill Press; Hand Held Drill
• Compatible Materials: Composites; Solid Surface; Veneered Plywood; Hardwoods; Softwoods
• Pack Quantity: 1
• Country of Origin: Austria

Approved Applications

• Drilling flat-bottom holes in plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods
• Drilling pocket holes in composite and solid surface materials
• Drilling overlapping holes in veneered plywood and hardwoods