Hargreaves explains the best way to use a hole saw. “Slow the drill as the diameter increases, keep the saw square, and clear dust regularly to avoid burning.” He adds, “Tape the face, clamp a backer, ...

Handheld power drills are fine for creating pilot holes and performing rough carpentry, but they’re not ideal for boring ultra-precise holes in your workpieces. For this type of work, you’re going to ...