How to Store Gun Drills Properly
Gun drills are precision cutting tools. They have a carbide tip, a long slender shank, and a critical cutting geometry. Improper storage damages the drill and reduces its life. Here’s what I’ve learned about storing gun drills. Storage Racks Gun drills should be stored horizontally in dedicated racks. The rack supports the drill along its full length to prevent sagging. The rack should have individual slots for each drill with a V-groove or U-groove that supports the drill shank. The drill should not contact other drills in the rack. ...