Centre Bit

Date1890-1950

Object number00053364

NameBrace Bit

MediumSteel

DimensionsOverall: 122 x 26 mm, 49 g

ClassificationsTools and equipment

Credit LineANMM Collection Gift from Bernard Lake

Terms

Australia
center bits

DescriptionThis centre bit consists of a flat nose with one half bent upwards to form a cutter, almost at right angles to the axis of the bit, the other half is prolonged downwards on the outside edge to form a sharp spur/cutter or nicker with a spike or screw lead and is used for boring clean and comparatively wide and shallow holes.