Posted by bob on 19, 2001 at 10:53 AM:
In Reply to: What is the perfect drill bit size for arcade buttons? posted by mwmdragon on 19, 2001 at 7:11 AM:
as magnet eye pointed out, 1 1/8" is correct size. for $3.99 you get a spade bit, which i always find a pita to use with a handheld drill. for about $8 you can get a hole saw, which will make holes with a bit less effort. if you have a drill press, then spade bits are perfect.
no matter which type you use, drill from the top only until the bit breaks through, and then flip the work over and drill from the bottom. that will prevent the wood from splintering.
bob
south carolina