Whiteside Router Bits 3001 Template Bit with Ball Bearing

Very nice bit. Cuts clean. Whiteside bits are first class.

I used this Whiteside Bit for mortising hinges on a cabinet I am building, using a guide template. The bit cuts very smooth mortise bottoms. The cut actually looks polished. Also the bit is exactly the same size as the guide bearing, which means there is little chisel work cleanup. just the corners. I like the accuracy.

Sharp, sturdy and does a perfect job

Typical quality you come to expect from whiteside.

I purchased the same bit at three different cut depth: Whiteside model #3000, #3001 and #3004. Be aware they are not for heavy work like (typically found at) Carpentry but they have place for furniture and cabinet making. I love to have all of them as it is easy to work with quite similar bits with interchanged bearings. I just work with the smaller of them, the #3000 model and as expected it performed spotless even for very heavy ipe wood. I expect this particular bit is at the same quality level. Strongly recommended.

Love those Whiteside router bits.

US made. No fancy coatings or colors, but they stay sharp and provide excellent cut quality .

Great

This bit cuts very cleanly. Only needed light edge sanding after making the cut.

I used this bit with a plunge router to inset two hinges using a template I created. The bit is very precise and sharp. I was cutting composite decking, which is relatively easy to cut, but the bit cut right through it. I will be buying more Whiteside bits.