--- product_id: 16071150 title: "12-106: 5/16\" (Dia.) Double Flute Straight Bit with 1/2\" Shank" brand: "freud" price: "฿1869" currency: THB in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/16071150-12-106-5-16-dia-double-flute-straight-bit-1 store_origin: TH region: Thailand --- # 1/2" shank size Double flute design Italian craftsmanship 12-106: 5/16" (Dia.) Double Flute Straight Bit with 1/2" Shank **Brand:** freud **Price:** ฿1869 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔧 Elevate Your Craftsmanship with Italian Precision! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 12-106: 5/16" (Dia.) Double Flute Straight Bit with 1/2" Shank by freud - **How much does it cost?** ฿1869 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.th](https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/16071150-12-106-5-16-dia-double-flute-straight-bit-1) ## Best For - freud enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted freud brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact Design:** Lightweight at just 1.6 lbs for easy handling. - • **Precision Cutting:** Engineered for flawless cuts in all composite materials. - • **Durable Construction:** Built to last with high-quality materials. - • **Efficient Dimensions:** Optimized size for precision and control. - • **Versatile Performance:** Perfect for plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods alike. ## Overview The Freud 12-106 Double Flute Straight Bit is a high-performance tool designed for professional woodworkers. Made in Italy, this bit features a 5/16" diameter and a 1/2" shank, making it ideal for cutting through a variety of materials including composites, plywood, hardwoods, and softwoods. Weighing just 1.6 lbs and measuring 4.064 x 10.668 x 4.064 cm, it combines durability with ease of use. ## Description Freud 12-106: 5/16" (Dia.) Double Flute Straight Bit with 1/2" Shank ## Features - About this item - Made in Italy Package Weight : 1.59999999865825 lb. Cuts all composite materials, plywood's, hardwoods, and softwoods Package Dimensions: 4.064 L x 10.668 H x 4.064 W (centimeters) ›See more product details ## Images ![12-106: 5/16" (Dia.) Double Flute Straight Bit with 1/2" Shank - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51LQ-bqR7DL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐ Broke on 3rd Use *by P***H on Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2022* The bit is very sharp and accurate and makes a good first impression. I wanted to use it to cut slots in the end grain of 1 foot length , 8 inch wide cherry boards. The boards are well supported in a good fixture for the cut. Cut depth at 3/8 inch may have contributed to the failure. I have used this bit twice before. On each occasion, it cut smoothly and met my expectations. On the third use, the bit was cutting smoothly and I had cut a slot about an 1 1/2 inches long when the sound changed. There wasn't a bang or anything like that. The work was not damaged either. After shutting off the router, I found that the bit had snapped off about 1/4 inch outside the work piece. I have faith in Freund Bits and bought an up-cut bit from them to replace the broken bit. I think chip build up in the slot after it was routed contributed to this failure and hope the up-cut bit will eliminate that problem. My advice when using the straight bit would be to make small cuts and use several passes to get to your desired depth. I would use 3/16 as the maximum cut depth on each pass, especially in hardwoods. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Power and accuracy *by S***N on Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2021* I use this almost exclusively to cut slots in small shelves. Like for a fastener or a lectern book sliding stopper or perhaps something adjustable. I could use the 1/4" straight bit that came in a set of various bits costing about what this one bit costs. So why would I buy this? Well, it cuts far more accurately. You can see by eye even that the slot is kind of perfect. The 1/2" shank transfers more power for any brand, but it's still a feature. The cutter goes straight and it doesn't care if it suddenly hits where a branch was in hardwood or an odd spot in something, that just disappears. That's where the "free" or "multi-pack" one fails. Something a little off and it wobbles and maybe you can see it, or the board moves a little, or the slot height is uneven, or even some little bits fly out, all of which leave the slot looking crummy. So being frugal I might very well use cheap bits sometimes where the holes will be invisible or I'm just doing some random chopping. But for finishing stuff that the end user will see, you need to use a specialty "premium" bit. For me that's usually Freud bits because I get consistently good results with them. And again, not saying your whole set needs to be these--they're not cheap. But even for a hobbyist who can't pass on the cost, the ones you really like and use frequently should be Freud. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cuts great and cuts full 1 3/4 inches. *by K***A on Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2021* I made a cherry table and used it to cut mortises as well as groves the length of 6 planks. I made groves 1/2 inch deep for splines to locate the planks. The total distance would be roughly 55 feet of cutting. The bit was still sharp and cut 10 mortises 1 3/4 inch deep on the ends of the table.I believe there's a possibility that those who broke the bits tried to cut the full depth in a single pass and at too great of a speed. To cut the full 1 3/4 inch mortise I made 3 passes, which is more or less standard procedure.Using digital calipers I checked the floating tenons that fit the mortises and they measured .373 inches. .375 is 3/8 of an inch. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/16071150-12-106-5-16-dia-double-flute-straight-bit-1](https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/16071150-12-106-5-16-dia-double-flute-straight-bit-1) --- *Product available on Desertcart Thailand* *Store origin: TH* *Last updated: 2026-04-28*