IRWIN Drill Bit Gauge, 1/16-to-1/2-Inch, 29-Hole (12092)
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Material | Alloy Steel |
Finish Type | Steel |
Shank Type | Straight |
Brand | IRWIN |
Item dimensions L x W x H | 8.4 x 3.7 x 0.1 inches |
About this item
- Steel drill gauge for checking fractional bit diameters
- Package Weight: 0.3 pounds
- Package Dimensions: 21.336 L x 0.508 H x 8.128 W (centimeters)
- Included components: Irwin 12092 1/16-to-1/2-Inch 29-Hole Steel Drill Bit Gauge
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- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 8.4 x 3.7 x 0.1 inches; 3.2 ounces
- Item model number : 12092
- Department : Unisex-Adult
- Date First Available : January 1, 2008
- Manufacturer : IRWIN
- ASIN : B000CFNHX0
- Best Sellers Rank: #102,879 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement)
- #230 in Jobber Drill Bits
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IRWIN 12092 DRILL BIT FRAC GAUGE
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Irwin fractional drill gauge - made of steel this drill gauge is used for checking fractional bit diameter.
Top Brand: IRWIN
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Customers are satisfied with the drill bit gauge's build quality, functionality, and value for money. They find it well-made, sturdy, and useful for work. The numbers are large enough to read easily, and the dimensions are stamped on the reverse side. While most customers are pleased with the accuracy and metal construction, some have differing opinions on how easy it is to read the numbers.
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Customers appreciate the drill gauge's sturdy construction and durable metal material. They find it rigid and readable, with a long-lasting finish.
"...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." Read more
"...Simple. It's thick enough that it should stand up to being tossed around. The hole sizes seem accurate enough...." Read more
"Bigly holes and small holes. Accurate sizes. Feels solid, lightweight, durable. Do not microwave." Read more
"High quality metal product and is much better than my old plastic drill size gauge. The numbers are very clear and easy to read." Read more
Customers like the drill bit's functionality. They find it durable, works well after two years, and is a handy tool that helps find the right diameter on hoses and bolts.
"...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...." Read more
"Handy tool>" Read more
"...Other than that, a handy item to have in the toolbox since my "old" eyes don't stand a chance trying to read the numbers they put on the drill bit..." Read more
"No more guessing!!! LOVING IT!!! Highly recommend for any tool person!" Read more
Customers find the drill bits a good value for money. They say they're sturdy and useful around the house. The steel construction is much sturdier than plastic ones, and the cost is less than $8 each.
"Satisfied." Read more
"Very sturdy and better than I expected." Read more
"INEXPENSIVE: cost less than $8 each. SOLID: Steel. Not flimsy in any way. Like a thick tie plate...." Read more
"...Very sturdy item." Read more
Customers appreciate the drill bit size gauge. They find it useful for identifying drill bit sizes, as the numbers are large enough to read easily. The dimensions are stamped into the metal on the back, making it easy to find the correct drill bit size for the screw you plan to use.
"...The hole sizes seem accurate enough. The only real complaint is the white lettering on the one side...." Read more
"This is true indicator of what size pilot hole to drill for your bolt or screw. You can’t go wrong with this gauge." Read more
"Bigly holes and small holes. Accurate sizes. Feels solid, lightweight, durable. Do not microwave." Read more
"Wonderful product helps find the right diameter on hoses and bolts and drill bits that are not marked and fuel lines also!..." Read more
Customers appreciate the accuracy of the drill bit gauge. They find it well-made and useful for determining the right size drill bit. The stamped sizes on the back are helpful for checking bolt sizes as well.
"No more guessing!!! LOVING IT!!! Highly recommend for any tool person!" Read more
"It's handy to figure out the gauge of the screw hook or whatever else you're mounting so you can pick a drill bit a couple of sizes smaller and..." Read more
"...It is accurate, easy to read and easy to use." Read more
"...I compared the sizes with a new set of expensive bits, this verified the accuracy and gives me comfort that I have holes drilled to the size I want...." Read more
Customers appreciate the sturdy metal construction of the drill bits. They say it's made of steel or iron, and they like that it's stamped so the paint doesn't wear off on one side.
"There isn't a lot to say about this thing. It's a piece of sheet metal with a bunch of different sized holes in it...." Read more
"...I love how the metal is stamped incase the paint wears off on one side so big positive on that. Would buy again" Read more
"I like that it is all metal and having inherited using my grandfather's old shop and other family tools, the drill press had bits all over...." Read more
"...I like this gauge because it is metal so it won't have the same wear problem over time...." Read more
Customers appreciate the drill bits' quality. They find them great, with solid construction and a good gauge.
"Very sturdy and better than I expected." Read more
"Good product, fast service" Read more
"...I drop a lot so I'm glad I purchased a metal one. Great product" Read more
"Excellent product, sturdy, fast delivery." Read more
Customers have different views on the drill bits' markings. Some find the white writing easy to see on the black metal, while others mention the numbers are etched on the back, black on black, and hard to read. The numbers are only painted on the surface, and some customers report that the markings wear off quickly.
"...I almost sent it back before I noticed the embossed info on the back. Surely they could have found something that would stick better...." Read more
"...It's nice and rigid, and all etchings are very legible. Love it." Read more
"...That is true! The problem is the numbers are only painted on the surface and after a month only using them perhaps 3 times the numbers are..." Read more
"...The numbers are very clear and easy to read." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2023Size: One SizeVerified PurchaseIf 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.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2020Size: One SizeVerified PurchaseThere isn't a lot to say about this thing. It's a piece of sheet metal with a bunch of different sized holes in it. You stick your bit in the smallest hole it will fit through and that tells you the size. Simple. It's thick enough that it should stand up to being tossed around. The hole sizes seem accurate enough.
The only real complaint is the white lettering on the one side. I'm over 50 and my eyesight isn't that great any more. The contrast of the white on black is the easiest to read. However, as I was looking at it one day, I noticed part of the white numbers were obscured. Of course my first instinct was to rub my thumb over it to see if maybe it was just dirt...and the rest of the number disappeared! I tried another, and it wiped off too! Whatever paint they used for the white has about as much adhesion as a dry erase marker. Half the numbers are now gone just from normal handling.
The good news though, and the only reason I am not sending it back, is that on the other side the numbers are embossed in to the metal so they can't rub off. So at least it's still functional and won't eventually become worthless. The only disadvantage is that the embossed numbers are harder to read. I was thinking I might be able to dab some white paint in to them and wipe it off to leave it only in the indentations, but I haven't tried yet.
So overall, it does what is intended. I'm just not sure what they were thinking with the paint though. I almost sent it back before I noticed the embossed info on the back. Surely they could have found something that would stick better.
Other than that, a handy item to have in the toolbox since my "old" eyes don't stand a chance trying to read the numbers they put on the drill bit shanks that inevitably get smeared off when it slips in the chuck...
- Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2024Size: One SizeVerified PurchaseThis is true indicator of what size pilot hole to drill for your bolt or screw. You can’t go wrong with this gauge.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2023Size: One SizeVerified PurchaseNo more guessing!!! LOVING IT!!! Highly recommend for any tool person!
- Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2024Size: One SizeVerified PurchaseBigly holes and small holes. Accurate sizes. Feels solid, lightweight, durable.
Do not microwave.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2024Size: One SizeVerified PurchaseWonderful product helps find the right diameter on hoses and bolts and drill bits that are not marked and fuel lines also! I love how the metal is stamped incase the paint wears off on one side so big positive on that. Would buy again
Top reviews from other countries
- Ryan ZrinskiReviewed in Canada on December 26, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Quality unit
Size: One SizeVerified PurchaseGood for the work trailer
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Fernando M.Reviewed in Mexico on November 6, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Es un excelente producto
Size: One SizeVerified PurchaseExcelente producto, el material metálico ayuda mucho para asegurar la revisión o confirmación de calibres de brocas; también la impresión de los calibres son muy legibles y con excelente calidad de impresión
- CEDM68Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 10, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars very useful
Size: One SizeVerified Purchasevery good
- Tool Guy SKReviewed in Canada on January 19, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice gauge unit
Size: One SizeVerified PurchaseIt is a decent gauge and a good price.
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Max BarrientosReviewed in Mexico on December 13, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars muy buena herramienta
Size: One SizeVerified Purchaseel material es de metal con rotulado en pintura por un lado y por otro esta estampado los tamaños