Milwaukee 7/8 in. D X 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit Hardened Steel

Milwaukee 7/8 in. D x 18 in. L Ship Auger Bit, Hardened Steel is a purpose-built solution for deep, clean holes in hardwoods, including timber with nail exposure. Designed for professionals and serious DIYers, this bit pairs Milwaukee’s trusted durability with long reach and precise cutting, so you can tackle framing, decking, and renovation projects with confidence.

Why this ship auger stands out:

• Long reach, deep drilling: 18 inches of cutting length lets you bore holes far beyond the surface, reducing the need to reposition and re-drill.
• Generous bore for versatile applications: 7/8 inch diameter creates sizable holes ideal for wire conduits, bolts, plumbing passes, or large-diameter screws in structural work.
• Rugged, heat-treated hardened steel: Built to resist wear from knotty wood and embedded nails, maintaining edge life under demanding use.
• Secure hex shank, precision seating: 7/16 inch hex shank design minimizes slippage in quick-change chucks and improves tool grip during aggressive drilling.
• Engineered for nail-embedded and clean wood: Optimized geometry helps cut through mixed timber scenarios without binding, allowing steadier progress and cleaner holes.
• Ready-to-use packaging: Boxed, single-bit packaging keeps your precision auger protected and organized for quick access on the job site.

Ideal uses and scenarios

• Heavy framing, deck construction, and timber framing where deep bore holes are required.
• Drilling through clean wood, or timber with nail exposure, where a robust bit resists dulling and maintains performance.
• Installations requiring large-diameter holes for conduit runs, plumbing, or bolts without multiple drill passes.

Tips for best results

• Keep cutting edges cool with steady pressure and moderate drill speed to maximize edge life and hole quality.
• Periodically back off to clear chips and prevent overheating, especially in dense timber.
• Use a pilot hole for guidance when starting in hard or knotty wood to reduce wandering.
• Store in the supplied box to protect the cutting edge and prevent rust between uses.

Designed for professionals who demand reliability and performance from their core drilling toolkit, this Milwaukee ship auger bit delivers sustained cutting life, deep reach, and consistent holes in challenging timber environments. If you’re working with large-diameter bore requirements in wood—whether clean or nail-embedded—this bit is built to be a dependable workhorse on the job site.