Help with drill bit size for lanyard hole.

CarpScot

CarpScot

Joined
Jan 28, 2008
Messages
3,223
I've been putting handles on some knife blanks for fun and have noticed that all of the lanyard tube stock that I have is actually a tad larger than 1/4". I've bought my lanyard tubing from several different suppliers and I always have the same trouble so I'm thinking that I just have the wrong bits. A 1/4" drill bit is too small and a 17/64" is too large. Can anyone help me with sourcing the a correctly sized bit? I recall this question being brought up in the past but I couldn't find it in search. :o
 
Last edited:
Sometimes I just chuck the tubing in the drill press and rough it up with some 60-grit sandpaper. The tube will just slide into place, and it even has some extra glue hold.

The better choice is to use a reamer, but it involves buying more equipment.
 
I've been using the sandpaper and drill press method. I was just thinking that there has to be a bit out there that would eliminate the need thin down the tubing or widen a 1/4" hole.
 
The reminder that bits are sometimes lettered led me to the thread I was looking for. I'll be picking up an "F" bit soon. I really appreciate the help. :thumbup:
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top