Here is a technique for drilling holes in your work without skidding or breaking a drill bit - I always take my center punch and a rawhide mallet and make a small indentation where I plan to drill. This extra step is a necessity for me because it gives the drill bit something to grab on to. I also make sure I lubricate my drill bit and I don’t go full blast with the speed on my flexshaft! While I have a very basic center punch, I absolutely love this hand forged center punch from @ottofrei1930 the square shape makes it super easy to hold and I also like the weight of it, if you use a center punch a lot I can’t recommend this one enough! It was made in the USA as well ☺️ I’ll link it in my TOOLS story highlights and remember @ottofrei1930 is offering our community 5% off your entire tool & metal purchase with code MMS719 🤟 #sponsored #sponsoredbuthonest #metalsmithsociety #jewelrytools #ottofreitools