IRWIN Drill Bit Gauge, 1/16-to-1/2-Inch, 29-Hole (12092)

This is such a valuable tool for any workshop. Very easy to use. The Irwin brand can be trusted and is priced fairly. The gauge holes are accurate and align perfectly to fit the bits every time. Use it for sizing bolts and holes for dowels and other measurement functionality. The markings are sharp and easy to read. The gauge is metal, so you can count on the reliability for years. I've lost count on how many times I've reached for this gauge over time. You won't be disappointed. I paid for this with my own money. NO bs reviews from me. I'm just a guy with a wood shop.

I have other, cheaper drill bit gauges but I really like this one. The plastic versions are cheaper but the plastic will wear over time and not be as accurate. And some of the plastic gauges don't have particularly clean and crisp holes. This gauge is very well made. The hole exactly matches the largest SAE drill bit that will just fit into the hole. You can use it to sort your drill bits. What I use it for is to quickly select the appropriate drill bit for a screw or a rivet. You just find the hole that the screw or rivet fits through with just a bit of clearance and then use that size drill bit. I hang this next to my drill press.

If you're thinking about it at all, just buy it. You will not regret it. Such a simple gadget and yet I probably use it more than most of my tools. I have another one that is plastic. This is the only metal one I have ever been able to find. It's nice and rigid, and all etchings are very legible. Love it.

It works good for professional use. The only downside is the white lettering rubs off rather quickly. Besides that, it's a solid tool.

INEXPENSIVE: cost less than $8 each. SOLID: Steel. Not flimsy in any way. Like a thick tie plate. PRECISE: Holes match exactly with my Steelex drill set and Carrera micrometer. CLEAR: White lettering on black background. VERY CRISP. Font is good size. I don't need my glasses. DURABLE: The white markings have not worn or chipped. Plus all the markings are engraved on the back! Have used two of of these Irwin drill gauges for 18 months. One is on the workbench or in a toolbox with other drilling items. The other hangs on a string on my clamp cart so it is always handy. Very happy with their performance AND with their durability.

Use it all the time. Works as described.

Finally, a readable size gauge. This comes in hand in my chop. They should make more tools like sockets, wrenches, Allen's, others more readable.

Picked this up after a YouTube woodworker recommended it, great little item, light and sturdy, easy to read markings, made of metal, just slide the drill bit in the hole and read the width, using it quite a bit, keep it on my workbench, highly recommended

Excelente tabla metálica de calidad para saber qué medidas de Brocas utilizar

Well made and nice to have one.

very useful thank yopu

Me ha servido mucho para calibrar mis brocas y otros materiales en mi taller de herrería

Outil bien construit et fort utile.