Building a Pipe Hawk

[S.Kenton]

When you’re drilling the handle, what’s the best way to keep the drill bit streight?

 

[arby]

When you’re drilling the handle, what’s the best way to keep the drill bit streight?

I’ve seen people make up jigs to help keep the bit straight, also take small bites as you drill to help stop run off due to the wood grain. And use a piece of timber larger than what you need, form the handle around the hole you drill. Pretty hard to start with the handle and keep the hole straight.