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product_id: 10947961
title: "Irwin Tools IRWIN Step Drill Bit, 3/16-Inch to 7/8-Inch, 3/8-Inch Shank (10234)"
brand: "irwin"
price: "VT15632"
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reviews_count: 13
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# 3-flatted hex shank anti-slip Heat-treated molybdenum steel 12-step sizes 3/16"–7/8" Irwin Tools IRWIN Step Drill Bit, 3/16-Inch to 7/8-Inch, 3/8-Inch Shank (10234)

**Brand:** irwin
**Price:** VT15632
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Drill Smarter, Not Harder — The Only Step Bit You’ll Ever Need!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Irwin Tools IRWIN Step Drill Bit, 3/16-Inch to 7/8-Inch, 3/8-Inch Shank (10234) by irwin
- **How much does it cost?** VT15632 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- irwin enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted irwin brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Grip Like a Pro:** 3-flatted hex shank locks firmly in your drill chuck, preventing slippage during high-torque jobs.
- • **Versatile Mastery:** Perfect for stainless steel, aluminum, brass, plastic, and laminates—your go-to for thin material drilling.
- • **One Bit, Endless Precision:** 12 incremental hole sizes from 3/16" to 7/8" eliminate drill swaps and speed up your workflow.
- • **Stay Centered, Drill Faster:** SpeedPoint tip prevents walking and skidding—no center punch needed for flawless starts every time.
- • **Built to Outlast Your Projects:** Industrial-grade molybdenum steel with heat treatment ensures unmatched durability and longevity.

## Overview

The Irwin 10234 Step Drill Bit offers 12 precise hole sizes from 3/16" to 7/8" in 1/16" increments, crafted from heat-treated industrial molybdenum steel for maximum durability. Featuring a SpeedPoint tip for fast, skid-free starts and a 3-flatted hex shank to prevent slipping, it’s engineered for flawless drilling in thin materials like stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and plastic. Backed by a lifetime warranty, this tool streamlines your toolkit and boosts efficiency on every project.

## Description

Product Description Irwin 10234 Unibit #4 12-Step High Speed Steel 3/8-inch Step Drill Bit, 1/16-inch Steps (3/16- to 7/8-inch) Save time by eliminating the need to change drills when drilling round holes in thin materials. Each smaller size drill also acts as a pilot for the next size. Made from industrial-grade high-speed molybdenum steel heat treated for maximum durability. Ideal for drilling holes into thin materials such as stainless steel, copper, brass, aluminum, plastic and laminates. SpeedPoint tip penetrates faster than previous Unibits and prevents walking. Non-skid tip does away with the need for center punches; 3-faltted hex shank prevents slipping in drill chuck. Drill diameters etched in flute for easy identification.. desertcart.com The Irwin 10234 UniBit #4 12-Step High Speed Steel Fractional Self-Starting Step Drill has a single-flute cutting edge to give you more control and produce true, round holes. Twelve holes range from 3/16 to 7/8 inches, in 1/16-inch increments. A non-skid tip does away with the need for center punches, while the three flatted shanks prevent slipping in the drill chuck. This drill is made from industrial-grade high-speed molybdenum steel heat treated for maximum durability, and it is ideal for work on thinner materials. The multiple steps mean you don't have to have a toolbox with specific size drill bits, and this drill is backed by a full lifetime warranty. From the Manufacturer The #4 UniBit Step Drill has 12 holes--3/16-inch to 7/8-inch hole sizes with increments of 1/16-inch- shank size is 3/8-inch. Each UniBit step drill has an easy-to-sharpen, non-skid tip which eliminates skidding and the need for center punching; the tip gives sure starts even on curved surfaces. The single-fluted cutting edge that you will find on the UniBit step drills helps assure true round holes and allows greater control. They are constructed of industrial grade high speed molybdenum steel and heat treated to assure maximum durability. The UniBit step drill has 3 flatted shanks, which prevents slipping in drill chuck. The multiple steps on each UniBit eliminates the need to maintain a toolbox full of specific size drill bits. Full lifetime warranty--each UniBit step drill is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the life of the tool, except for damage caused by abuse, misuse, or alteration.

Review: Great Alternative to Stepped Prop Reamer - This step bit is excellent, just like all my other Irwin step bits. It's difficult to find any tool store (even specialty) that actually carries metric step bits. Instead of driving all over town like I did, just order one from here if you need it. My actual use case for this is to bore out props for electric RC planes and multi-rotors. As it's a step bit, it more or less self centers in the hub as I'm drilling, as long as the hub is starting with at least a 4mm hole. I'm boring to 5 and 6mm typically, and this works perfectly. Doing the boring on my drill press as opposed to by hand with a prop reamer is also much easier and less time consuming.
Review: An excellent product. - I used to use bits like these when I installed whiteboards and projectors in schools for a living. I used them for cutting holes in the pole that connects the ceiling bracket to the projector mount, because often I had to cut the pole down and so the factory-machined retention hole would be lost at one end. I have found them to be the fastest way of drilling thin walled metal (< 4 mm) round and square pipe on site, and they leave a clean circular hole with little to no burr. They are also good for drilling plastic if the need arises. This Unibit has stayed sharp and true for my home usage requirements. I've used it manufacturing gym equipment at home and for making existing holes bigger. I give this product 5 stars.

## Features

- Save time because you don't need to change drills for different-sized round holes in thin materials. Each drill acts as a pilot for the next size.
- Made from industrial-grade high-speed molybdenum steel heat treated for maximum durability. SpeedPoint tip penetrates faster and prevents walking.
- Ideal for drilling holes into thin materials such as stainless steel, copper, brass, aluminum, plastic and laminates.
- Non-skid tip, no need for center punches. 3-faltted hex shank prevents drill chuck slipping. Drill diameters etched in flute for easy identification.
- Backed by a full lifetime warranty.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00004THZ0 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #33,283 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #59 in Step Drill Bits #1,099 in Drill Bits |
| Brand | IRWIN |
| Brand Name | IRWIN |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 634 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Black Oxide |
| Finish Types | Black Oxide |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00038548101040 |
| Included Components | STEP DRILL #4 3/16-7/8" 12 SZ |
| Item Type Name | STEP DRILL #4 3/16-7/8" 12 SZ |
| Item Weight | 0.27 g |
| Manufacturer | IRWIN |
| Material | High Speed Steel (HSS) |
| Material Type | High Speed Steel (HSS) |
| Minimum Bore Diameter | 0.19 inches |
| Model | 10234 |
| Number of Flutes | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Part Number | 10234 |
| Point Style | Taper Point |
| Set Name | Single Item |
| Shank Type | 3-Flat |
| Surface Recommendation | Aluminum,Brass,Copper,Steel,Wood |
| Tool Flute Type | Spiral |
| UPC | 795092534631 038548101040 752277668864 013317062265 640024790879 785533446074 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | Limited lifetime |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** IRWIN
- **Finish Type:** Black Oxide
- **Material:** High Speed Steel (HSS)
- **Shank Type:** 3-Flat
- **Tool Flute Type:** Spiral

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Alternative to Stepped Prop Reamer
*by K***D on November 21, 2014*

This step bit is excellent, just like all my other Irwin step bits. It's difficult to find any tool store (even specialty) that actually carries metric step bits. Instead of driving all over town like I did, just order one from here if you need it. My actual use case for this is to bore out props for electric RC planes and multi-rotors. As it's a step bit, it more or less self centers in the hub as I'm drilling, as long as the hub is starting with at least a 4mm hole. I'm boring to 5 and 6mm typically, and this works perfectly. Doing the boring on my drill press as opposed to by hand with a prop reamer is also much easier and less time consuming.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An excellent product.
*by W***N on December 15, 2015*

I used to use bits like these when I installed whiteboards and projectors in schools for a living. I used them for cutting holes in the pole that connects the ceiling bracket to the projector mount, because often I had to cut the pole down and so the factory-machined retention hole would be lost at one end. I have found them to be the fastest way of drilling thin walled metal (< 4 mm) round and square pipe on site, and they leave a clean circular hole with little to no burr. They are also good for drilling plastic if the need arises. This Unibit has stayed sharp and true for my home usage requirements. I've used it manufacturing gym equipment at home and for making existing holes bigger. I give this product 5 stars.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for drilling out GUITAR Pickup endjack
*by C***S on May 30, 2022*

I bought this after looking at countless drill bits to find the best one for drilling out the endjack for guitar pickup install. It is a high end $3000. guitar so if I am taking a drill to it i any way, shape, or form, it needed to be the best. A fine guitar is made of fine woods and a fine finish so a drill bit which rips or tears at the finish or even leaves a scratch or rough spot at all is a deal breaker. This bit was easy to use, sharp, and made a very nice clean hole for my endpin jack install. I don't typically write reviews but wanted to write one for this bit for the benefit of other guitarists that are looking for the right drill bit for installing endpin jack for their pickup. The pickup I installed was a K&K pure mini and the guitar is my Martin CEO-7. I had never installed a pickup before and this 1/2 inch unibit worked perfectly. It will get the job done neatly. Of course, make sure you also use blue painters tape on any guitar to protect during drilling.

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*Last updated: 2026-08-19*