Freud PB-001 1/4″ (Dia.) Forstner Bit

Freud PB-001 1/4″ (Dia.) Precision Shear Forstner Bit

The Freud PB-001 Precision Shear™ 1/4″ Forstner Bit is designed for precise, small-diameter flat-bottom holes where a standard twist bit won’t leave the clean pocket you need. A 1/4-inch Forstner bit is often used for shallow hardware recesses, small locator pockets, and jig or template holes where straight walls and a flat seat help parts register correctly. This size is especially useful on narrow stock and fine work because it removes less material while still leaving a clean rim edge on entry. It drills plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods cleanly, making it a good match for cabinetry details, furniture components, and shop fixtures where tear-out can show through paint or clear finishes. With a 1/4″ shank and 3-1/2″ overall length, the PB-001 fits common drill chucks and quick-change holders for controlled, repeatable boring when the workpiece is clamped.

Freud’s Precision Shear™ cutting geometry uses a double-ground, razor-sharp serrated rim that slices wood fibers through the full rotation to reduce splintering and chipping. Multiple cutting edges increase shearing action for efficient cutting, while steep angled cutters create “chisel-like” curls for fast chip removal to help reduce friction and heat. An ultra-sharp center spur supports accurate starts on layout marks, which is critical when drilling small 1/4″ recesses that need to stay on location.

Freud 1/4″ (Dia.) Forstner Bit At a Glance

• 1/4″ Cutting Diameter: Ideal for small flat-bottom pockets, locator recesses, and jig holes.
• Precision Shear Serrated Rim: Helps reduce chipping on plywood veneers and hardwood edges.
• Flat-Bottom Hole Cutting: Produces clean pockets where a flat seat is required.
• Ultra-Sharp Center Spur: Starts accurately and helps reduce wandering on entry.
• Steep Angled Cutting Edges: Produces smooth walls and fast chip removal.
• 1/4″ Shank: Fits common drill chucks and many quick-change holders.
• Right-Hand Rotation: Standard clockwise cutting direction.
• Wood Compatibility: Drills plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods cleanly.

Markets

• Cabinet and Millwork Shops: For small recess drilling in doors, frames, and detailed casework parts.
• Furniture Builders: Useful for locator pockets, small hardware seating, and jig drilling.
• Construction and Renovation: Helps with precise recesses in trim and small carpentry repairs.
• Maintenance and Facilities Teams: For controlled-depth recess work on fixtures and wood components.
• Woodworking Hobbyists and Advanced DIY: A practical 1/4″ Forstner bit for templates, jigs, and detail projects.
• Trade Schools and Training Programs: Supports accurate boring technique and layout practice on drill presses.

A 1/4″ woodworking Forstner bit is often chosen when the hole needs a flat seat but the workpiece is too small for larger counterbores. Cabinet and furniture shops use this size for tight layouts where placement has to stay accurate and the entry edge needs to remain clean on plywood and hardwood. Contractors and maintenance crews benefit from the smaller diameter for repair work and fixture adjustments where removing minimal material helps preserve the part. In training and DIY use, the center spur helps keep hole placement consistent, and the controlled rim cutting action helps produce cleaner pockets than a twist bit when the goal is a flat-bottom recess rather than a standard through-hole.

Freud PB-001 1/4″ (Dia.) Forstner Bit Features

• Double-ground cutting geometry for efficient boring and clean hole edges
• Razor-sharp serrated rim for fast cutting with reduced splintering and chipping
• Multiple cutting edges for greater shearing action and efficient material removal
• Steep angled cutters that produce smooth walls and flat-bottom holes
• Ultra-sharp center spur for accurate starting and improved control
• Chip-clearing cut that helps reduce friction and heat versus dust-packing designs
• Designed to cut composites, solid surface, veneered panels, hardwoods, and softwoods
• Ideal for flat-bottom holes, pocket holes, and overlapping holes

Freud PB-001 1/4″ (Dia.) Forstner Bit Includes

• (1) Freud PB-001 Precision Shear™ 1/4″ Forstner Bit

Freud PB-001 1/4″ (Dia.) Forstner Bit Specifications

• Bit Diameter (D): 1/4″
• Shank Diameter: 1/4″
• Overall Length (L): 3-1/2″
• Rotation: Right hand (RH)
• Material Compatibility: Plywood, hardwoods, softwoods

Freud PB-001 1/4″ (Dia.) Forstner Bit Warranty

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Why Woodworking Professionals Choose the Freud 1/4″ (Dia.) Forstner Bit

Professional woodworkers choose the Freud PB-001 1/4″ Forstner bit when they need a small flat-bottom pocket with a clean rim edge in plywood, hardwood, or softwood. This size is useful for tight layouts, locator recesses, and jig holes where a standard drill bit won’t leave a flat seat. The Precision Shear serrated rim helps reduce tear-out and keeps entry edges crisp, while the ultra-sharp center spur supports accurate starts on layout marks. With a 1/4″ shank that fits common chucks and quick-change holders, and chip-clearing cutting edges that help the bit run cooler during repeat holes, this woodworking boring bit is a dependable choice for detailed recess drilling.