The CMT Finger Pull Bit gives woodworkers a refined way to create integrated wooden handles directly in drawer fronts and cabinet doors - eliminating the need for metal hardware and preserving the clean, continuous grain lines of an all-wood design. With a large diameter of 1-9/64 in. and a cutting height of 3/4 in., this right-hand rotation carbide-tipped router bit produces a smooth, ergonomic finger recess in a single pass. Two finished results are possible: a template profile routed directly into the wood surface, or a European-style separate hardwood pull shaped with the same profile. Built by CMT with industrial-grade carbide and a 1/2 in. shank for secure chuck engagement, this bit is the professional's choice for hardware-free cabinet and drawer design.

Key Features

• Large 1-9/64 in. cutting diameter - produces a wide, comfortable finger recess that feels natural to the hand and looks proportional on full-size drawer fronts and cabinet doors.
• 3/4 in. cutting height - provides sufficient depth of profile to create a fully functional pull recess in a single router pass, reducing setup time and improving repeatability.
• Dual radius geometry (3/16 in. outer radius) - creates smooth, blended curves at both the top and base of the pull channel, leaving a finished edge that requires minimal sanding.
• HW (tungsten carbide) cutting material - hardwood-grade carbide stays sharp through demanding production runs in solid hardwood, softwood, and wood composites.
• 1/2 in. shank - the larger shank diameter transfers torque more efficiently than a 1/4 in. shank, reducing vibration and improving cut quality in handheld routers and router tables alike.
• Right-hand rotation - matches the standard direction of virtually all handheld routers and router table spindles, so the bit drops straight into your existing setup.
• 2-flute design - two cutting edges distribute the cutting load evenly, producing a cleaner surface finish and extending the usable life of each edge between sharpenings.
• Maximum material thickness of 19/32 in. - accommodates standard cabinet door and drawer front stock thicknesses, giving you a clear working specification before you start your cut.
• Compact 2-3/8 in. total length - keeps the center of mass close to the collet for better balance and reduced runout during operation.

Why This Product

• Eliminates the need for metal hardware entirely - by routing the finger pull directly into the wood, you maintain the visual continuity of an all-wood drawer front or cabinet door, which is especially valuable in Shaker, Scandinavian, and minimalist cabinetry styles.
• Two distinct finished results from one bit - use this bit either to rout a recessed profile directly into the workpiece or to shape a separate European-style hardwood pull, giving you flexibility across different project types without swapping tooling.
• 1/2 in. shank suits production environments - the larger shank diameter is the standard for router tables and professional handheld routers, providing the stability needed for repeatable results across an entire cabinet run.
• Carbide construction supports long-term use in hardwood applications - the HW carbide material and 2-flute configuration are matched to the demands of solid hardwood drawer fronts, where softer tooling would dull quickly and compromise edge quality.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 855.605.11
• Diameter: 1-9/64 in.
• Small Diameter: 11mm
• Cutting Height: 3/4 in.
• Total Length: 2-3/8 in.
• Radius: 3/16 in.
• Shank: 1/2 in.
• Maximum Thickness: 19/32 in.
• Number of Teeth: 2
• Rotation: Right-hand (RH)
• Material: HW (Tungsten Carbide)
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools

Approved Applications

• Routing integrated finger pull recesses directly into solid wood drawer fronts
• Shaping European-style separate hardwood cabinet pulls
• Hardware-free cabinet door handle profiles
• Template-based finger pull production for matched cabinet sets