The Diablo 3/8" Forstner Bit for Wood is a precision-ground boring tool engineered to drill clean, flat-bottom holes in a wide range of wood materials. Built on a high-speed steel body with quality forged construction, this Diablo bit delivers the accuracy and durability that woodworkers, cabinetmakers, and finish carpenters rely on for pocket holes, flat-bottom recesses, and overlapping hole work. Whether you are working with hardwoods, softwoods, veneered plywood, or MDF, the ultra-sharp center spur keeps the bit on target without walking, producing splinter-free results every time.

Key Features

• High-speed steel body with an ultra-sharp spur for an accurate hole without walking on material - keeps the bit perfectly centered from the first contact, eliminating costly layout errors and wasted material
• Steep, angled cutting edges to produce holes that are smooth and flat - leaves a clean, consistent bottom surface ideal for hardware installation, dowel joints, and decorative inlay work
• Quality forged construction for extended bit life - means fewer replacements and more consistent performance across large or repeated drilling projects
• Drills 3/8" holes in all types of wood without splintering - compatible with hardwoods, softwoods, veneered plywood, and MDF, so one bit handles a broad variety of job-site and shop materials
• Minimum chuck size of 1/4" - fits both drill press and hand held drill setups, giving you flexibility across the tools you already own

Why This Product

• The 1/4" hex shank and 3 1/2" overall length make this bit compatible with standard hand held drills and drill presses, so it integrates easily into existing shop or job-site setups without requiring specialty equipment.
• The ultra-sharp center spur prevents bit wander at the start of each hole, which is especially valuable when drilling into slippery veneered plywood or smooth MDF surfaces where accuracy matters most.
• Forged high-speed steel construction supports repeated use across dense hardwoods and engineered sheet goods without sacrificing cutting performance, making this a dependable choice for production woodworking or finish work.
• The steep, angled cutting geometry produces flat-bottom holes rather than the tapered profile left by twist bits, which is essential for applications like shelf pin sockets, hinge mortises, and hardware recesses where a flush, level seat is required.

Specifications

• Brand: Diablo
• Manufacturer Part Number: FB-002
• Diameter: 3/8"
• Length: 3 1/2"
• Shank: 1/4"
• Pack Quantity: 1
• Compatible Tools: Drill Press; Hand Held Drill
• Compatible Materials: Hardwoods; Softwoods; Veneered Plywood; MDF
• Country of Origin: Austria

Approved Applications

• Drills plywoods, hardwoods, and softwoods.
• Drilling flat bottom holes, pocket holes, or overlapping holes.