Q: What size pilot hole do I need before reaming?
Start with a pilot hole slightly smaller than the diameter you need; these reamers taper an existing hole and can't bore one from scratch.
Standard Taper Reamers
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These simple, affordable, one-piece taper reamers can be used for several woodworking tasks. The small reamer (3/16" to 3/4") is useful to rustic furniture makers for back-tapering holes for through-tenon wedging, as well as for general mortise tapering, being complementary to our pro taper reamer because of the overlapping size range.
First-time Windsor chairmakers will find the large reamer (3/16" to 1 3/16") indispensable for tapering leg sockets. The bits are 3 3/8" and 5 1/2" overall respectively with a 5/16" hex shank. The included angle of 12.8° on both reamer bodies matches the tenons made with the Veritas Tapered Tenon Cutters.
Designed for use in an electric drill, these tools may also be used in a traditional brace with an adapter.
Start with a pilot hole slightly smaller than the diameter you need; these reamers taper an existing hole and can't bore one from scratch.
The large reamer is the better choice for chair-leg sockets, since it tapers holes up to 1 3/16" in diameter; the small reamer's 3/4" maximum suits back-tapering and general mortise work instead.
Yes, though a high-torque, low-speed drill at about 500 rpm with a minimum 3/8" chuck is recommended for this taper reamer, since the cutting action is fast and best fed slowly, especially in softwood.
Hone only the inner surface of the cutting edge with a slip stone or diamond hone; honing the outer surface removes the built-in relief angle and changes the reamer's geometry.
| Materials | High-carbon steel |
| Dimensions | Small: 3 3/8" long, 3/16" to 3/4" taper range; Large: 5 1/2" long, 3/16" to 1 3/16" taper range |
| Compatibility | Fits 5/16" hex-shank electric drill chucks; adapts to a traditional brace with a tapered square-shank adapter |
| Includes | Taper reamer |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| RPMs | Recommended approximately 500 rpm (high-torque, low-speed drill) |
| Safety | Requires eye protection during use; workpiece must be free of nails or foreign objects |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Standard Taper Reamers
These simple, affordable, one-piece taper reamers can be used for several woodworking tasks. The small reamer (3/16" to 3/4") is useful to rustic furniture makers for back-tapering holes for through-tenon wedging, as well as for general mortise tapering, being complementary to our pro taper reamer because of the overlapping size range.
First-time Windsor chairmakers will find the large reamer (3/16" to 1 3/16") indispensable for tapering leg sockets. The bits are 3 3/8" and 5 1/2" overall respectively with a 5/16" hex shank. The included angle of 12.8° on both reamer bodies matches the tenons made with the Veritas Tapered Tenon Cutters.
Designed for use in an electric drill, these tools may also be used in a traditional brace with an adapter.
Choose an option to view item availability.
Choose an option to view item availability.
