Whiteside Router Bits 1550 V-Groove 60-Degree 1/2-Inch Cutting Diameter and 7/16-Inch Point Length

As someone who is still new to CNC, I’m still learning what bits to use in certain situations, but I can say this one took my results to the next level. If you’re like I was — only ever using 1/8” or 1/4” end mill bits because you don’t know any better — get one of these. The price is right, the quality is solid, and the company is reputable. You’ll be impressed how much the quality of your carving improves.

So far I have had no problems or complaints with any of the Whiteside bits that I have ordered. I am slowly trying to build up an assortment of router bits and I will be buying more Whiteside bits. They are definitely worth trying.

not a bad product. so far so good/

The V is so precise. I had used a CMT contractor tools 60 degree v bit, but it was poorly ground and left sidewall grooves. This bit does a beautiful job and leaves only perfection.

I have used a variety of router bits. When I first started woodworking, I bought the cheap ones. I gradually learned that cheap means more in the long run because they dont last and the cut quality is not very good. I then tried Whiteside based on a review from Guys Workshop on YouTube and since purchasing them, I wont go with any other router bit with the exception of Sommerfeld Tools router bits. I used this bit to make some awards boards for my prior military unit (Picture Included) and you can get an idea of how well the router bit held up. That is just one board, there were two in total. I used the one bit, cleaned it between boards and had no sanding or clean up to do on the letters I routed out. My test piece I used a router bit from a good named company I purchased from one of the big box stores and in a much softer easier wood to route, did not have near as good quality. You wont be disappointed with these router bits.

This tool was sharp and cut very smooth v grooves in both oak and Baltic birch plywood. The blade has maintained its effectiveness through over 20 hours of carving.

Very sharp and well packed. The bit comes coated with temporary plastic layer that needs to be removed before use. When used in my Shapeoko 3 it cuts signs reliably with no edge chipping. This is a fantastic V bit for the money!

Cut through Hickory as if it were butter.

so far the router bit has performed well carving wood with a CNC machine , will add more info after more use to see how the cutting edges wear

It is worth it when you pull your first cut off the bed. If you are here thinking of buying this, just do it.