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Reddit mentions of Whiteside Router Bits 401 Basic Router Bit with 1/2-Inch Shank
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Reddit mentions: 2
We found 2 Reddit mentions of Whiteside Router Bits 401 Basic Router Bit with 1/2-Inch Shank. Here are the top ones.
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Whiteside Router Bits are made with Premium CarbidePrecision ground for proper balance at high RPMIndustrial Quality
Specs:
| Height | 5 Inches |
| Length | 2 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Width | 8.5 Inches |
Are you looking for just one bit? It might be hard to pick just one. If I were building bookcases and shoe racks I'd probably want a straight bit, a rabbeting bit, and possibly a flush trim bit.
I'm not sure what your budget is, but you can usually find small starter sets which have the basics covered such as this one from rockler or this one from whiteside. There are plenty of others as well.
If your router allows for it, I would strongly recommend getting 1/2" shank bits. These will be more sturdy, dissipate heat better (less burning), have less vibration, and result in a cleaner cut.
1/2" is definitely better than 1/4".
As far as router bit sets - I'm generally not a fan of the big sets. You'll get way more than you need, and the bits aren't very high quality.
Do yourself a favor and invest in high quality bits for the basic profiles. Whiteside's 401 set is a great place to start: https://smile.amazon.com/Whiteside-Router-Bits-401-2-Inch/dp/B000AM31QI/