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IRWIN Unibit #4 Step Drill Bit (10231) Review

Irwin Tools IRWIN Step Drill Bit, 1/8-Inch to 1/2-Inch Step, 1/4-Inch Shank (10231) Silver|Silver metallic

$19.65 (price as of 2026-11-07)

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Reddit score

2.7 Based on 2 Reddit owner comments · Top 100% of 3 tracked step drill bits

Owner sentiment
2.4
Recommendations
1.0
Spec score
Not rated
Value
4.7

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Is the IRWIN Unibit #4 Step Drill Bit (10231) worth it?

Based on 2 Reddit owner comments, the IRWIN Unibit #4 Step Drill Bit (10231) scores 2.7 out of 5 (owner comments average 2.0 stars), and the theme owners raise most is durability (1 mention).

Who it suits

  • Not observed: owners have not yet praised a specific theme often enough.

Who should skip it

  • Durability matters a lot to you (1 critical owner mention)

What Reddit owners say

0 positive and 2 critical owner comments. Quotes link to the original Reddit comment.

“I use a punch or a unibit when working with metal studs but I agree, running a hole saw backwards on anything but soft material will destroy the teeth.”
owner comment via r/Tools · 2026-04-19
durability
“At my site we all share a single cobalt unibit that absolutely shreds through boxes, and the Milwaukee ones never get used.”
owner comment via r/electricians · 2026-01-08

Key specs

As listed on the Amazon product page we checked; missing fields are never estimated.

Brand NameIRWIN
Model10231
UPC787721839125 780541552908 038548101019
Set Name1/8" to 1/2" 13 SZ
Unit Count1 Count
Global Trade Identification Number00038548101019
Number of Packs1
Part Number10231
Number of Pieces1
Included ComponentsSTEP DRILL #1 1/8-1/2" 13 SZ
Item Type NameSTEP DRILL #1 1/8-1/2" 13 SZ
Item Weight1.44 ounces
Warranty DescriptionLimited lifetime
Cutting Diameter12.7 millimeters
Item Dimensions6 x 2.87 x 0.75 inches
Material TypeStainless Steel
Finish TypesBlack Oxide
Shank TypeHex 3-flat
Surface RecommendationAluminum,Brass,Copper,Metal,Plastic,Stainless Steel,Steel
Cutting Angle String118 degrees
Tool Flute TypeSpiral
Point StyleStep Point
Number of Flutes1

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FAQ

Is the IRWIN Unibit #4 Step Drill Bit (10231) worth it?

Based on 2 Reddit owner comments, the IRWIN Unibit #4 Step Drill Bit (10231) scores 2.7 out of 5 (owner comments average 2.0 stars), and the theme owners raise most is durability (1 mention).

What do Reddit owners complain about with the IRWIN Unibit #4 Step Drill Bit (10231)?

The most common critical theme is durability (1 mentions).

How much does the IRWIN Unibit #4 Step Drill Bit (10231) cost?

It was $19.65 on Amazon when we checked on 2026-11-07. Prices change, so check Amazon for the current price.

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Last updated 2026-11-07. Amazon listing ASIN B00004THYX.