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1/2″ Keyhole Bit x 1/2″ Shank – Whiteside 3053

Hide the fasteners for wall hung projects! Keyhole router bits cut a screw slot in picture frames, plaques, sconces and more. Plunge the bit through your workpiece to create the large diameter, then move router laterally to cut the narrow slot. 1/2″ Shank 1/2″ Large diameter 5/16″ Small diameter 7/16″ Cut Length 2-1/8″ overall length Also available in 1/4″ Shank Recommended RPM: 16,000 Made In USA

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$26.87 $41.99 In stock

Category: Keyhole Bits

This Whiteside 3053 keyhole bit is designed for creating keyhole slots in woodworking projects. It features a 1/2-inch cutting diameter and a 1/2-inch shank, making it a standard choice for many routers. The bit is part of Whiteside's lineup, known for quality router bits.

  • 1/2-inch keyhole bit with a 1/2-inch shank
  • Whiteside model 3053
  • Ideal for hanging cabinets, frames, and other items with keyhole slots
  • Suitable for use with a router table or handheld router
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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Sofia ★★★★★

I was pleasantly surprised by how cleanly this bit cut the keyhole slots for my jig. The 1/2-inch cutting diameter worked perfectly, and the shank held steady in my router with no vibration at all.

Robert X. ★★★★★

The 1/2-inch shank gives this bit a rock-solid grip in my router, and the cutting diameter leaves a clean slot that my hanging hardware seats into flush every time. It’s become my go-to for cabinet backs, and I’ve already run it through a dozen oak panels without any wobble or burn marks.

Alexander N. ★★★★★

The Whiteside 3053 bit fits perfectly in my router and makes keyhole slots with zero tear-out on oak. I was surprised how smoothly it cut even with the grain.

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