Which plug cutter to go with, straight tool or tapered tool?

in this video the best plug cutter I test out both the straight to plug cutter and the tapered plug cutter to see if there is difference. there doesn't seem to be a real difference. I guess the best plug cutter is a matter of what your preference is.
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[@ericerf6837]

Good choice to highlight these as you don’t see many content creators show them off. Thanks

[@WoodShopStop]

Thanks 👍🏿

[@sringtara32ify]

Very clear and straight to the point demonstration, just whats needed on these type of videos

[@WoodShopStop]

Thank you.

[@williamniven2021]

I used a tapered plug cutter today in my shop. Will not use the straight cutter anymore. The tapered shape makes it easier to place in the counter sinked hole. I use the bandsaw to remove the plugs and yield a smooth surface on the plug. Thanks for the video.

[@WoodShopStop]

Thanks for the tip William. I've seen the band saw cut off method but I haven't tried it yet I'll have to give that a try. I agree in the long run I think the tapered cutter will be better. Thanks for watching.

[@jagr9228]

Thank you Sir ! I saw the set on Amazon and then searched KZbin for any reviews. Your demonstration shows they work qute well. I will now make the purchase !

[@WoodShopStop]

Awesome! Glad the video helped you out. Thanks for watching

[@cherrybrandy269]

Thank you for explaining and demonstrating the differences between the two plug cutters.

[@WoodShopStop]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@SpudPresnell]

"Let's get crack-a-lackin" 😄(I instantly hit the subscribe button)

[@WoodShopStop]

Thanks my man!

[@dannyhale7645]

Interesting video. I've watched several of your videos, and I could have sworn I was subscribed, but I wasn't. I'm subscribed now. Keep up the good work.

[@WoodShopStop]

Thanks for the sub Danny ,☺️

[@themeat5053]

Could the difference in the styles be because of the type of material they are made to cut, or the intended purpose (like making room around a stripped screw)? Heck, I don't know, I'm just saying. Would it be possible for you to get a new edge on your old cutters (by that I mean, can they be sharpened?). Thanks for the video. I enjoy the glint in your eye...it shows you know something we don't and you're having fun. Please keep it up.

[@WoodShopStop]

I forgot about the use for stripped out screws.. good thinking. I think I'm more in favor of the tapered cutter. Now that you've made me realize they're more uses for it. Not sure if I can really sharpen the leading edge on that the old plug cutter but I'm thinking about trying it on the grinding wheel. It might end up being more trash than it already is. Thanks for your input.

[@LivingTheLifeRetired]

Thanks. Found your channel while trying to find a decent quality brand. I see a bunch on Amazon and I have no idea how long they’d stay sharp for. Perhaps this is another case on you get what you pay for.

[@WoodShopStop]

Thanks for watching.

[@eddfitz2680]

Good Video I was able to watch it to the end because there was no stupid distracting music

[@WoodShopStop]

Thank you. I know what you mean about the music. Have a good one!.

[@billmcfadden7488]

Just what I've been trying to find out! I've been cutting some test plugs using the straight-type plug cutter on my drill press, but I swear they look narrowly tapered at one end to me. Perhaps there are two versions? Anyway, I've been cutting into some 3/4 inch Birch and some African Mahogany too. In both cases, there was a significant amount of burning within the first 1/4 or so, and very abundant burning thereafter. And these are (were) brand new bits! I tried cutting in small plunges trying to keep the bit as cool as possible. I tried putting my drill press on the slowest speed, the fastest speed, and the middle speed (on my 5 speed Central Machinery drill press). It doesn't seem to matter a great deal and seems like I get similar results. I even tried cutting a piece of 1/4 inch hardboard. No change. It burned too. They're all nicely shaped, though the smaller diameter cutter (1/4 inch?) seems to sometimes break the plugs in the middle of a plunge, or toward the end of it. So, maybe 1/4 to 1/3 of the plugs seem too short to be of use, but suppose I could be wrong about that too. So, am I doing something wrong? Lacking in the proper equipment, or technical knowledge, or something more nuanced that is escaping the receptors in my brain? Tricks of the trade? I'm sure hoping you can help lead me back into the light! ;)

[@WoodShopStop]

I know how frustrating it can be and you sound pretty frustrated. I think the set with the alternate flutes was a good move I like the tapered better they seem to cut much better than the straight flute. I think sometimes we just get stuff that is poor quality and we have to filter through the bad to get to a good one. I'll stick with the tapered flute from here on out. Thanks for watching the video hope this helps.

[@vince55sanders]

i forgot all about straight cutters. Taper even eliminates the need for glue if ever need to disassemble. Any time i want straight plugs or pegs and dowel it is long grain so i just make them with old tap and die set. Work safe!

[@WoodShopStop]

Great tip! Thanks for watching.

[@dale1956ties]

Try slowing the drill press down to reduce the smoking. The cutter should last longer too. Particularly with the straight cutters.

[@WoodShopStop]

Thanks for the tip. I appreciate you watching too.

[@leohorishny9561]

Came here after being told I needed to get a plug cutter, or bung cutter and had never heard of them before. What's the difference between these and hole saws? #1, and #2 if your cutters are burning, can they be sharpened? Are you going to try sharpening your plug cutters at all?🤔

[@leohorishny9561]

I forgot too: can these be used with a hand drill?

[@WoodShopStop]

Thanks for watching the video. I wouldn't advise using a hand drill you need the downward pressure from a press that works best also the drill press is perpendicular a hand drill may cut them at an angle if you don't have exactly straight. I haven't had much success with trying to sharpen and plug cutters but I did try sharing one and it didn't work out well. When they get dollar I plan on taking to my sharpening guy who does my saw blades it shouldn't be too expensive to sharpen those.