{"product_id":"milwaukee-3-8-in-d-x-18-in-l-ship-auger-bit-hardened-steel","title":"Milwaukee 3\/8 in. D X 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit Hardened Steel","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet the Milwaukee 3\/8 in. D x 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit in hardened steel—built for deep, precise holes in wood, even when nails are present. This heat-treated bit is designed to stand up to demanding carpentry, framing, and cabinetry tasks, delivering reliable performance project after project.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy this Ship Auger stands out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong reach for deep holes:\u003c\/strong\u003e An 18-inch overall length lets you bore deep into thick stock, studs, or beams without frequent repositioning.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise 3\/8-inch diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for dowels, wiring channels, and pilot holes that preserve surrounding material while providing clean, accurate cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardened steel, heat treated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enhanced wear resistance and extended bit life when drilling through hard woods or boards with embedded nails.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHex shank thimble:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/8-inch hex shank offers a secure grip and reduces wobble, ensuring efficient material removal with drills or impact drivers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for nail-embedded wood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered to handle nail encounters gracefully, minimizing binding and stress on the bit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoxed, single-piece packaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready-to-use in your drill kit with straightforward storage and organization.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote on sales:\u003c\/strong\u003e Per Milwaukee policy, this item is restricted from certain third-party online marketplaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePractical use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this bit when you need deep, straight bores in thick lumber for dowels, plumbing or electrical pass-throughs, or when routing channels through studs. It’s especially effective in renovation or remodeling projects where you encounter nail-embedded boards, allowing you to maintain control and produce clean holes without excessive wear on the bit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiameter: 3\/8 in\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLength: 18 in\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShank: 5\/8 in hex shank\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaterial: Hardened steel; heat treated\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eQuantity: 1 piece per package\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePackaging: Boxed\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsage: Drilling into clean or nail-embedded wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Milwaukee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52274849579282,"sku":"2809002","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/1024\/8466\/files\/2809002_A.eps_High.jpg?v=1778869603","url":"https:\/\/nationalhardwaregroup.com\/products\/milwaukee-3-8-in-d-x-18-in-l-ship-auger-bit-hardened-steel","provider":"National Hardware Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}