Vermont American 1/4 in. D X 1/4 x 5/8 in. X 1-7/8 in. L Carbide Tipped 1-Flute Straight Router Bit

Engineered for clean, precise straight cuts, the Vermont American carbide-tipped 1-flute straight router bit delivers dependable performance for routing dados, grooves, and edge profiles in wood projects. Built with a durable carbide tip, this bit stays sharp longer and resists wear, making it ideal for repeated routing tasks in hardwoods and softwoods alike.

• Shank Diameter: 1/4 in
• Overall Diameter: 1/4 in
• Cutting Length: 1 in
• Overall Length: 1-7/8 in
• Bearing Diameter: 1/2 in
• Radius: 1/4 x 5/8
• Material: Carbide Tipped
• Style: 1-Flute Straight
• Packaging: Boxed
• Number in Package: 1

Why this design matters: a 1-flute straight router bit concentrates cutting power along a single cutting edge, delivering aggressive material removal with controlled chatter. The carbide tip maintains a finer edge through heavy use, producing smoother finishes on both softwoods and dense hardwoods without frequent resharpening. The precise 1/4 inch shank fits a wide range of routers, while the compact 1-7/8 inch overall length provides the balance you need for shelf-ready grooves and clean edge work.

Ideal use cases include:

• Cutting straight grooves and dados for cabinetry, shelving, and built-ins.
• Creating precise edge profiles, stops, and rebates with minimal tear-out.
• Routing clean, flat bottoms on shallow grooves in plywood, MDF, and solid wood.
• Guided routing along a fence for repeatable, consistent results in production-type tasks.

Practical tips for best results:

• Feed steadily with moderate depth of cut to maximize the carbide edge life and minimize chatter.
• Use a sharp, well-tuned router, and secure your workpiece with a stable jig or clamp system for precision grooves.
• When routing larger pieces, make multiple shallow passes rather than a single deep cut to reduce stress on the bit and router.
• Pair with a compatible router that accepts 1/4 inch shank bits and a solid fence guide for straight, consistent results.

Designed under the Vermont American heritage, this carbide-tipped 1-flute straight router bit is a reliable choice for woodworkers who value consistent performance, long edge-life, and predictable results across a range of project types. Add it to your bit collection to tackle straight routing tasks with confidence and precision.