One bit I don't have and need to get is a tapered ball nose. I plan to do some 3D carving soon and have some 1/8" and 1/4" ball nose bits but have been looking at 1/16" tapered ball nose bits.
Should I get 2, 3, or 4 flutes? I know stepover is the key on these and I'm certain I'll start out with conservative settings. As of right now I don't even have a project in mind so whatever I get will be like most bits in this area and I'll just make it work.
I don't want to spend $50 or more on this bit until I get comfortable with what I'll want. I know you get what you pay for but I've seen bits in the $20 range up to $35 and that's where I'd like to start. Probably 90% of what I cut will be Walnut, Maple, Cherry, etc.
Suggestions, please.
David
Should I get 2, 3, or 4 flutes? I know stepover is the key on these and I'm certain I'll start out with conservative settings. As of right now I don't even have a project in mind so whatever I get will be like most bits in this area and I'll just make it work.
I don't want to spend $50 or more on this bit until I get comfortable with what I'll want. I know you get what you pay for but I've seen bits in the $20 range up to $35 and that's where I'd like to start. Probably 90% of what I cut will be Walnut, Maple, Cherry, etc.
Suggestions, please.
David