Had to drill out a steel rivet and all of my little bits were as sharp as bowling balls. Go buy some junk bits at the Borg?, nah, let me try to sharpen one first.
Started at the lip and ground by twisting and raising the bit against the wheel. Took a few tries to get a reasonable looking tip and tried it out. To my surprise the bit easily cut through the steel rivet. I could probably get the hang of it if I practiced a little but now I know a bit doesn't need to be thrown out I will probably add the Drill Doctor to my wish list for the up coming silly season. (by the time I really get it right all of my bits could only drill 1/2" deep holes)
Any reccomendations as to model number DD or a similar product from the group?
Are there any sharpeners in the homeowner/hobbyist market that can sharpen my yet to be purchased brad-points?
BTW, if you want a very detailed post on how to sharpen bits by hand read Bill's post here: