Using Cobalt Drill Bits

I've been trying to drill a hole in a stainless steal butter knife with a cobalt drill bit using cutting oil to no effect.

I'm confused...I thought cobalt bits were designed for drilling in stainless steal and other hard metals?

I assume I'm missing something...

Thanks for any help or insight...

Thanks,

raven339

I've use a carbide spade drill. That works for me.

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Cobalt bits will last longer than plain tool steel, but neither one was designed to drill through hardened steel. A.T. is right- you need carbide for that job.

Either carbide drills, or spot anneal where you want the hole and drill it while it is red hot. The discoloration will buff off.

Thanks,

It explains a lot!

raven339