{"product_id":"milwaukee-1-in-d-x-18-in-l-ship-auger-bit-hardened-steel","title":"Milwaukee 1 in. D X 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit Hardened Steel","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMilwaukee’s 1 in. diameter x 18 in. ship auger bit is built for serious woodwork where durability and precision matter. Crafted from hardened steel and heat-treated for wear resistance, this bit stands up to the rigors of drilling through clean lumber and nail-embedded wood, delivering stable, straight holes from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch • \u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 inches — conquer deep holes in thick stock without swapping bits\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\/16\" hex shank — maximum grip and reduced slippage in drill chucks\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardened steel with heat treatment for extended wear life\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically designed for drilling into clean or nail-embedded wood, making it ideal for framing, remodeling, and ship-era timber work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boxed, single piece\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarketplace note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sale of this product on third-party online marketplaces is prohibited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy this Milwaukee ship auger bit stands out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike lighter-duty auger bits, this 18-inch, 1-inch bit is purpose-built for deep, accurate holes in wood that may contain nails. The combination of a hardened, heat-treated body and a hex shank means you’ll experience less wandering, improved alignment, and longer bit life—even when you’re drilling through tougher, nail-embedded boards.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eIdeal use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeep pilot holes for large-diameter screws or dowels in framing and decking projects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrilling through nail-embedded lumber without sacrificing hole integrity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong taps in thick timber where shorter bits would require multiple steps\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRenovation and restoration work where nails and old hardware are common\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eTips for best results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maximize performance and bit life, start with a clean center mark, use a slow, steady feed rate, and let the bit’s hollow flute do the work. If you encounter a nail, back off slightly, center the hole again, and proceed—this bit is engineered to handle nail-embedded conditions more consistently than standard bits. Maintain your bit by wiping away wood debris and storing it in its box after use to prevent corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Milwaukee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52272867639570,"sku":"2341030","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/1024\/8466\/files\/2341030_A.eps_High.jpg?v=1778783077","url":"https:\/\/nationalhardwaregroup.com\/products\/milwaukee-1-in-d-x-18-in-l-ship-auger-bit-hardened-steel","provider":"National Hardware Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}