Whiteside 09-165 — Straight Chairmaking Rabbet, 1/2" Shank, 1" Straight Dia, 5/8" CL, 2-1/2" OAL.
- Shank: 1/2"
- Cutting Diameter: 1" Straight
- Cutting Length: 5/8"
- Overall Length: 2-1/2"
Materials:Natural woods, composite woods, hard plastics
Recommended RPM:13,000-15,000 (max 18,000)
These bits have a straight cutting edge and were made specifically for cutting the seat-to-leg tapered joints on “Maloof inspired” rocking chairs. See the other sizes listed below for the +5° option and the -5° edge option.
- TOOL SPECS: Carbide-tipped, chairmaking rabbet bit with 1″ straight cutting diameter, 5/8″ cutting length, 1/2″ shank, and 2-1/2″ overall length for use with 1/2″ collets.
- ROCKING CHAIR: Designed for cutting seat-to-leg tapered joints on “Maloof Inspired” rocking chairs, ensuring precision and ease for your woodworking projects.
- DIAMETER: Manufactured with a straight cutting edge as part of the design for seat-to-leg tapered joints.
- COMPATIBLE BITS: Whiteside #09-163 has a +5 degree diameter. Whiteside #09-164 has the matching -5 degree diameter. Whiteside #09-165 has a straight edge.
- CARBIDE TIPPED: Offers an excellent balance of quality and cost, making it ideal for a wide range of applications.
- DISTINCT PROFILES: Designed for hand-held routers and router tables in a wide variety of applications.
Whiteside catalog page 11.


