Eye burning drill bit

[Woodcrafter]

They're too good for the job you'd have be so careful I bet they're super sharp and before you know it your eye would be 2" deeper than you wanted it.

I got a mate to make me something from an old socket it's got a rough enough edge to cut but is also blunt enough to burn.

[Nige156]

I'll post some pictures tomorrow (or tonight if I remember )...!!!

[NorfolknGood]

I got a mate to make me something from an old socket it's got a rough enough edge to cut but is also blunt enough to burn.

 

Sounds like something I could make up then if it's not necessary for high carbon steel

 

I just been trying out some 16mm spheres which are supposed to be for plant pot topping and look like marbles. I think they were about £1.99 for a bag of about 100 or more. I bored a hole using a 16mm spade bit 14mm deep and the ball taps in a treat looks good to

[Happycarver]

dremel the eyes, then use a blow torch with a fine nozzle

[abercarver]

Bumping up the thread but have someone knocking me up some homemade drill bits to shape and burn eyes..hopefully great results....will keep you posted :-)

[dervishcarving]

i made some a few weeks back. had never used a metal turning lathe before so it was practice. they cut the eyes well but dont burn them much. i suspect my drill isnt fast enough to get the burn. I made one about 1 inch diamater and 2 about half an inch. if u want em to try make one for you to try then let me know. wont be within a few weeks but ill give it a go

[thewoodwizard]

I drilled out an old rounded head allen key bolt from a old swing seat in the garden , I will post post pics at weekend. Ray