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A [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gimlet_%28tool%29 '''Gimlet'''] is a small tool which can be used for drilling wood to create ''pilot holes'' for screws or holes to receive nails for example. They often have a 'T' handle to provide the required '''Torque''' and a screw tip which draws the slightly tapered bit into the wood so care must be taken when used near the end of a piece of timber to avoid splitting. | A [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gimlet_%28tool%29 '''Gimlet'''] is a small tool which can be used for drilling wood to create ''pilot holes'' for screws or holes to receive nails for example. They often have a 'T' handle to provide the required [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torque '''Torque'''] and a screw tip which draws the slightly tapered bit into the wood - so care must be taken when used near the end of a piece of timber to avoid splitting. | ||
Revision as of 13:53, 28 October 2015
A Gimlet is a small tool which can be used for drilling wood to create pilot holes for screws or holes to receive nails for example. They often have a 'T' handle to provide the required Torque and a screw tip which draws the slightly tapered bit into the wood - so care must be taken when used near the end of a piece of timber to avoid splitting.
The cutting action is similar to, and may also be referred to, as a Nail Bit, Snail Bit or Cobra Bit.