{"title":"Hand Drilling Tools","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand Drills are elegant solutions for simple drilling tasks and in certain situations they are a superior choice over power drills. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrior to the invention of power tools, craftsmen could accomplish any furniture building task with a quiver of hand tools which would certainly have included the trusty hand drill and bit brace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, consider a hand drill when you need that extra bit of control for delicate or precision drilling at a critical step in your project. Hand drills are also great tools for pre-drilling and drilling into wood prone to splitting. We suggest using a bit brace when drilling in dense material or for drilling larger, deeper holes - the extra torque will help you drill more easily and power through. We offer German hand drills from Schroeder and several other manual drilling tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't think of these tools as old fashioned, think of them as serious, well proven woodworking hand tools. Check out their cousins, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-prev-url=\"\/spiral-ratcheting-screwdrivers.aspx\" href=\"https:\/\/highlandwoodworking.myshopify.com\/collections\/spiral-ratcheting-screwdrivers\" title=\"Spiral Ratcheting Screwdrivers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSpiral Ratcheting Screwdrivers,\u003c\/a\u003e another useful traditional hand tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"schroederspiralratchetscrewdriverhexadapterlarge","title":"Hex Bit Adapter for Yankee-type Spiral Ratchet Screwdrivers - Heavy Duty","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese adapters from Robert Schröder of Germany add versatility to your Yankee®-type spiral screwdriver (or to enable you to put one back into service that has no driver bits). The notched shank of the Schroeder adapter fits into your spiral ratcheting screwdriver and allows you to use any 1\/4\" hex-shank bit of your choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA knurled threaded ring secures your driver bits into the collet and a magnet in the bottom of the collet magnetizes the driver bit. The heavy duty adapter includes a free-spinning ring to help you support the bit while driving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo sizes are available to fit many of the spiral ratcheting screwdriver models sold over the years. Approximately 3-1\/4\" overall length. \u003ci\u003e Driver bits are not included. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #660000;\"\u003ePlease measure an existing round shank bit that fits your tool to make sure you order the correct size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eShank Diameter\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: -3px 0px 10px 0px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5mm (~7\/32\") - Small - Fits Yankee® type 235, 133, 233 \u0026amp; some others. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #990000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7mm (~9\/32\") - Medium - Fits Yankee® type 130 \u0026amp; some others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8mm (~5\/16\") - Large - Fits Yankee® type 135 \u0026amp; some others. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #990000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Schroeder Tools","offers":[{"title":"5.5mm - 7\/32 inch","offer_id":50821558534426,"sku":"161853","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7mm - 9\/32 inch SOLD OUT!","offer_id":50821558567194,"sku":"161854","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8mm - 5\/16 inch","offer_id":50821558599962,"sku":"161855","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/hex-adapters1.jpg?v=1751676851"},{"product_id":"bitbrace","title":"Bit Brace","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n \n  \u003cp\u003e\n   \u003cb\u003e\n    Bit Brace\n   \u003c\/b\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n   This classic bit brace has an open ratchet for forward or reverse partial rotation in tight quarters. Consider using a bit brace when you need the control of a manual drill but with force. When drilling in dense material or for drilling larger, deeper holes - the extra torque will help you drill more easily and power through.  The chuck consists of 2 jaws with a universal design so that they accept tapered or straight-shank bits.  10\" swing is compact and efficient, and provides plenty of mechanical advantage for fast drilling and controlled reaming.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n   Two jaw chuck holds square shank bits and round shank bits up to 3\/8\".\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"HHI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50821592809754,"sku":"171822","price":27.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/171822.jpg?v=1751677504"},{"product_id":"augergimletset","title":"Auger Gimlet Set","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n \n  \u003cp\u003e\n   \u003cb\u003e\n    Auger Gimlet Set, Gimlet Tools\n   \u003c\/b\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n   You don't have to be into hard core retro woodworking to appreciate these hand powered augers - Gimlet Tools are handy in any shop.  Gimlets are lifesavers when you need to bore holes in hard-to-reach spots, to carefully sneak up on the proper depth, or to bore pilot holes for very short screws.  The threaded tip pulls the gimlet along while the auger body pulls chips out.  The 7 auger gimlets have diameters that measure approximately at 5\/64\", 3\/32\", 1\/8\", 9\/64\", 5\/32\", 11\/64\" \u0026amp; 3\/16\"  (approximately 2mm to 5mm).  They'll pilot drill for #2-9 screws. Black finish tempered steel.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"Veritas Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50821603754266,"sku":"177022","price":17.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/177022.jpg?v=1751677710"},{"product_id":"seloron-premium-bit-brace","title":"Premium Bit Brace - 10 inch","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"right\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis premium brace has a three jaw chuck and and can take heavy duty use. It will handle the heavy work of of boring for mortises and the precision of drilling in tight spaces for chair spindles. Traditional square-shank bits seat securely in a square hole in the bottom of the chuck and are held firm by the three jaws, which can also hold standard round shank bits. The steel body of the brace is nickel-plated for a long rust-free life. The ratchet gearing can be switched for drilling (or driving) in forward and reverse. Knob and spin handle are black plastic. Knob diameter is 2-13\/16″. OAL of the brace is 14-1\/2″.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree jaw chuck holds square shank bits and round shank bits 5-13mm (3\/16\" - 1\/2\")\" in diameter. The three jaws will also grip hex shank bits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Three Jaw Chuck with square recess\" data-prev-url=\"\/ProductImages\/chairmaker\/171820-chuck-closeup-110-70.jpg\" height=\"70\" src=\"https:\/\/info.highlandwoodworking.com\/ProductImages\/chairmaker\/171820-chuck-closeup-110-70.jpg\" width=\"110\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France by Seloron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eSquare Socket in Chuck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seloron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50822012109082,"sku":"171820","price":167.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/171820d.jpg?v=1768342729"},{"product_id":"magnetic-yankee-hex-bit-adapter","title":"Hex Bit Adapter for Yankee-type Spiral Ratchet Screwdrivers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese adapters from Robert Schröder of Germany add versatility to your Yankee®-type spiral screwdriver (or to enable you to put one back into service that has no driver bits). The notched shank of the Schroeder adapter fits into your spiral ratcheting screwdriver and allows you to use any 1\/4\" hex-shank bit of your choosing. A magnet in the bottom of the socket magnetizes the driver bit and holds it in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree sizes are available to fit many of the spiral ratcheting screwdriver models sold over the years. 2-7\/8\" overall length. \u003ci\u003e Driver bits are not included. \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #660000;\"\u003ePlease measure an existing round shank bit that fits your tool to make sure you order the correct size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eShank Diameter\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5mm (~7\/32\") - Small - Fits Yankee® type 235, 133, 233 \u0026amp; some others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7mm (~9\/32\") - Medium - Fits Yankee® type 130 \u0026amp; some others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8mm (~5\/16\") - Large - Fits Yankee® type 131 \u0026amp; some others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Schroeder Tools","offers":[{"title":"5.5mm - 7\/32 inch - SOLD OUT!","offer_id":50822012567834,"sku":"161888","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7mm - 9\/32 inch - SOLD OUT!","offer_id":50822012600602,"sku":"161889","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8mm - 5\/16 inch","offer_id":50822012633370,"sku":"161890","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/schroeder-yankee-hex-adapter-d.jpg?v=1768342734"},{"product_id":"narex-auger-gimlet-wood","title":"Narex Auger Gimlet - 5mm","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n \n  \u003cp\u003e\n   \u003cb\u003e\n    Narex Auger Gimlet - 5mm\n   \u003c\/b\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n   You don't have to be into retro woodworking to appreciate these hand powered augers. They are lifesavers when\n you need to bore holes in hard-to-reach spots, to carefully sneak up on the proper depth, or to bore pilot holes\n for very short screws.  The threaded tip pulls the gimlet along while the auger body pulls chips out.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n   Gimlets are 120mm (4-3\/4\") long.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c!--mfg propaganda\n\nGimlets are used as a right-hand drill for small openings or as a pre-drilling tool to prepare\n openings for screws. Our gimlets Richter are made of tool carbon steel by traditional forging and subsequent\n grinding technique in the same way as it was done more than one hundred years ago. Special geometry of the\n edge enables self-cutting into the wood or other soft materials without using much force. Handles are newly\n made out of domestic oak wood with oiled surface. For opening of diameter 5 mm.\n\nGimlets are used as a right-hand drill for small openings or as a pre-drilling tool to prepare openings for screws.\n\nOur gimlets Richter are made of tool carbon steel by traditional forging and subsequent grinding technique in\n the same way as it was done more than one hundred years ago. Special geometry of the edge enables self-cutting\n into the wood or other soft materials without using much force.\n\nHandles are newly made out of domestic oak wood with oiled surface.\n\nFor opening of diameter 5 mm.\n\n--\u003e\n \n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"Narex Tools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50822147932442,"sku":"147143","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/147143-01d.jpg?v=1768343874"},{"product_id":"narex-auger-gimlet","title":"Narex Auger Gimlet","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou don't have to be into hard core retro woodworking to appreciate these hand powered augers. They are lifesavers when you need to bore holes in hard-to-reach spots, to carefully sneak up on the proper depth, or to bore pilot holes for very short screws. The threaded tip pulls the gimlet along while the auger body pulls chips out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGimlets are 120mm (4-3\/4\") long.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Narex Tools","offers":[{"title":"3mm - 1\/8 inch","offer_id":51109815091482,"sku":"146078","price":8.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4mm - 5\/32 inch","offer_id":51109815124250,"sku":"146079","price":8.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5mm - 3\/16 inch","offer_id":51109815157018,"sku":"146080","price":8.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/files\/146078d.jpg?v=1768344254"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/5167\/3370\/collections\/HandDrilldrawing.jpg?v=1774111207","url":"https:\/\/www.highlandwoodworking.com\/collections\/hand-drilling-tools.oembed","provider":"Highland Woodworking","version":"1.0","type":"link"}