Post #674618 by Bay Park Buzzy on Tue, Apr 16, 2013 3:48 PM

I never grabbed a 1/4 shank 60 degree bit, so a few days ago I went to Rockler to check them out. Being used to paying no more than $20 for a bit, I experienced sticker shock at the $59 price tag for the one they had in stock! I had one of their 20% off coupons in hand, but it was still too expensive to justify buying even after the discount. I noticed that the tag on it said that it was a "sign making" bit. A couple pegs up the rack, I spied a 3 bit "sign making kit." It had a 60, 90, and U bit in it for $69. I used the coupon and got $14 off. The kit 60 bit is a little smaller than the stand alone one is, but it's still fine for the stuff I'd be using it on.

Just thought I'd let you guys know about this in case you're looking into getting the 60 bit. Might be better to get the kit if you do not have any bits yet. The profiles in that kit and maybe 2 other smaller U shaped bits are about all I've ever used on all my routered pieces so far.

Buzzy Out!