The 13pc HSS Silver & Deming Drill Bit Set covers large hole sizes from 17/32″ to 1″ on a 1/2″ reduced shank, so you can drill big holes with a standard 1/2″ chuck drill motor instead of a larger machine. The bits are high speed steel and made to withstand high heat and friction during drilling, which keeps the cutting edge sharp and strong. All 13 bits store in a stained wood block.
Applications
- Metal fabrication: large clearance and bolt holes in steel and other metals.
- Woodworking: large-diameter holes in wood and timber.
- Plastics and composites: general-purpose drilling in plastic and composite stock.
- Maintenance and repair: one set for large holes across mixed materials.
Specifications
| Pieces | 13 |
|---|---|
| Size range | 17/32″ (0.5313″) to 1″ (1.0000″) |
| Material | High speed steel (HSS) |
| Style | Silver & Deming |
| Shank | 1/2″ reduced (cut-down), 3-flat ground |
| Storage | Stained wood block |
| Weight | 10 lbs |
| SKU | DB-SDHSW13 |
Sizes
| Fraction | Decimal | Shank |
|---|---|---|
| 17/32″ | 0.531″ | 1/2″ |
| 9/16″ | 0.563″ | 1/2″ |
| 19/32″ | 0.594″ | 1/2″ |
| 5/8″ | 0.625″ | 1/2″ |
| 21/32″ | 0.656″ | 1/2″ |
| 11/16″ | 0.688″ | 1/2″ |
| 23/32″ | 0.719″ | 1/2″ |
| 3/4″ | 0.750″ | 1/2″ |
| 13/16″ | 0.813″ | 1/2″ |
| 7/8″ | 0.875″ | 1/2″ |
| 15/16″ | 0.938″ | 1/2″ |
| 31/32″ | 0.969″ | 1/2″ |
| 1″ | 1.000″ | 1/2″ |
All 13 sizes use a 1/2″ reduced shank.
Usage Guidance
- Speed: large bits need low RPM. Run slower as the size goes up, and use cutting fluid in metal.
- Drill choice: use a drill motor or drill press with enough torque for 1″ holes. Clamp the work securely.
- Feed: apply steady pressure and back out to clear chips. A pilot hole makes the larger sizes easier to start.
- Limits: HSS is for general-purpose drilling. For hardened steel or stainless, a cobalt Silver & Deming set is the better choice.
Questions? Call 800-350-8665.

