{"product_id":"t-handle-tapered-reamer-6-flute-bridge-pin-hole-tool-5-16mm","title":"T-Handle Tapered Reamer 5-16mm | 6-Flute Bridge Pin Hole Tool","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eT-Handle Tapered Reamer | 6-Flute | 5–16mm | Bridge Pin \u0026amp; Woodworking Hole Tool\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned luthier, a weekend woodworker, or a hands-on DIY enthusiast, this \u003cstrong\u003eT-Handle Tapered Reamer\u003c\/strong\u003e is the go-to tool for creating clean, perfectly tapered holes in wood. Designed with a 6-flute cutting head and a comfortable T-handle grip, it gives you excellent control and leverage for accurate, round holes every time — no power tools required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Woodworkers Love This Reamer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6-Flute Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e More cutting edges mean smoother, rounder holes with less effort and minimal tear-out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eT-Handle with Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ergonomic T-shaped handle delivers extra torque and control, keeping your cuts precise and your hands comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardened 45# Carbon Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground steel edges stay sharp through repeated use across hardwoods and softwoods alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5–16mm Taper Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Versatile sizing covers bridge pins, endpins, sink holes, chamfers, and inverted tapers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHex Shank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with standard hex-drive tools if you need even faster operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Portable:\u003c\/strong\u003e At just ~128.7mm (5.06 in) in length, it fits easily in a tool apron or kit bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGuitar \u0026amp; instrument bridge pin \/ endpin hole tapering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWood board tapered hole finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChamfering and countersinking wood joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInverted taper applications in cabinetry \u0026amp; joinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45# High Carbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlutes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaper Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–16mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~128.7mm \/ 5.06 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShank Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHex Shank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver + Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 × T-Handle Tapered Reamer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Mainland China.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Only the tapered reamer is included. Other accessories shown in product images are for demonstration purposes only and are not included in the package. Slight color variation may occur due to monitor settings. Please allow minor measurement tolerances.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Woodworking Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this reamer with other workshop essentials from our store:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/garden-pruner-shears-secateurs-bonsai-fruit-trees\"\u003eGarden Pruner Shears – Secateurs for Bonsai \u0026amp; Fruit Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/18-pc-basswood-carving-blocks-whittling-wood-kit\"\u003e18 Pc Basswood Carving Blocks – Whittling Wood Kit for Carvers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/air-compressor-pressure-gauge-0-10-0-12-0-25-bar-hydraulic-diy\"\u003eAir Compressor Pressure Gauge 0-10\/0-12\/0-25 Bar | DIY Tool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/eye-face-protection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA on eye and face protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What size holes can this tapered reamer handle?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This T-handle tapered reamer covers a range of 5mm to 16mm, making it suitable for bridge pin holes, endpin holes, chamfers, sink holes, and other tapered woodworking applications across that size spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is this reamer suitable for guitar bridge pin holes?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes — the reamer is specifically designed to taper holes for bridge pins and endpins on stringed instruments. 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