Chris L Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 Need some practical experience here . I have quite a few drill bits , including the micro bits. in thousands measurements All these have been useful since I mostly build 1/72 with a 1/48 kit now and then . I am however considering a couple of 1/32 in the near future . Ok, now to get to the root of the problem . The last two or three kits ( mostly Japanese ) like prop shafts and axles were in metrics . I am looking to purchase some metric drill bits . I need a good place to acquire a descent set that won't break the bank but have the necessary assortment of sizes for modeling. Any recommendations ? Cheers, Christian Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dnl42 Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 Perhaps convert metric to inch? mm * 0.0393701 = inch Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chris L Posted August 9, 2018 Author Share Posted August 9, 2018 Sorry , I did not mean that the difficulty was in computation. My calipers will do that . However , Japanese made models ( for one ) use sizes that are definitely metric. So, for that purpose it would be easier to have some correct drill bits. Same as having metric wrenches and figuring that 9/16" & 14 MM are compatible . Regards, Christian Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RichardL Posted August 9, 2018 Share Posted August 9, 2018 I am very happy with Tamiya metric drill bits and only obtained the sizes that I need: Tamiya Metric Drill Bits Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chris L Posted August 9, 2018 Author Share Posted August 9, 2018 Thanks Richard . I support that idea . The problem comes in because there is no place around here to pick one up when I need it and I have yet to develop a sense of what is needed . Considering the price of the individual bits and multiple shipping charges, it might be more beneficial to get a set . I have noticed the sets vary in range . I need to figure out what the practical range ( for me) might be. Regards, Christian Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ElectroSoldier Posted August 15, 2018 Share Posted August 15, 2018 Here in the UK we can buy in Imperial or Metric. Just source your drill bits from any EU supplier. The shipping to the USA isnt bad these days. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dnl42 Posted August 15, 2018 Share Posted August 15, 2018 Micro Mark has this metric drill set and that metric drill set. MSC is my goto source for tools, here's a smaller set. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mstor Posted August 16, 2018 Share Posted August 16, 2018 3 hours ago, dnl42 said: MSC is my goto source for tools, here's a smaller set. Wow, that last set is over $100!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chris L Posted August 18, 2018 Author Share Posted August 18, 2018 Thanks for all the inputs . Some pricey stuff . As much as I love carbide bits, those are rather pricey and of course easily destroyed. The jury is still out as to what sizes might be needed , so any personal knowledge would be appreciated . No point in buying things that will not be needed . Might have to contact Drill bit city when I figure out which is needed. He is just happy to build sets to meet a customer's needs . Cheers, Christian Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chris L Posted August 22, 2018 Author Share Posted August 22, 2018 (edited) Thank you everyone for your inputs . After looking in a lot of different places , I have decided on the Meng set. I think it will be a good place to start as it includes the majority of Albion tubing that I use . That will get me in the game for now . I will add more latter if necessary. Meng Precision Hobby Drill Bit Set #MTS023A Regards, Christian Edited August 22, 2018 by Chris L Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dmanton300 Posted August 22, 2018 Share Posted August 22, 2018 Look on Amazon for PCB drill sets, It's about all I use now, cheap and easily replaced, and super sharp. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chris L Posted August 22, 2018 Author Share Posted August 22, 2018 Already ordered the Meng set but that will be good info for the future . Thank you. Regards, Christian Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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