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Solid Carbide End Mills - Solid Carbide End Mill 3/16''''(4.7mm) Dia 2''''(5cm) Overall
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SKU: 887205005
Overview
This solid carbide end mill is intended for machining hardened steels where a clean, controlled cut is needed. It is suited to gunsmithing tasks such as altering 1911 slides for a low-mount rear sight setup and converting Remington M-700 bolts for Sako-style extractors. The 3/16 inch diameter version is also described as a practical choice for these specific applications, with the cutter designed for use as part of a two-step process when finishing a dovetail slot. For softer metals, the description notes extended tool life, making it a focused shop tool rather than a general-purpose cutter.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Clean Cutting
In hardened steels and other
Suitable 1911
Slide alterations for low-mount rear
Useful Converting
Remington M-700 bolts for Sako-style
Hardened Carbide
Steel construction supports extended tool
4-flute Design
3/16-inch diameter option are specified
Key Features
- Solid carbide steel cutter for machining hardened steels
- Ideal for 1911 slides and other hardened steel applications
- 3/16 inch diameter version with 2 inch overall length
- Available with 5/8 inch cut length
- 4-flute design
- Also offered in 1/4 inch diameter with 3/4 inch cut length
Best Used For
- For gunsmiths modifying 1911 slides for low-mount rear sight work
- For users cutting hardened steels where a clean, controlled cut is needed
- For Remington M-700 bolt conversions to accept Sako-style extractors
- For shop work on softer metals when extended tool life is a priority
Specifications
| Cut Length | 5/8'''' |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3/16'''' (4.7mm) |
| Flutes | 4 |
| Material | Hardened carbide steel |
| Overall Length | 2'''' (5cm) |
| Shank Diameter | 3/16'''' (4.7mm) |
Pros
- Designed for clean cutting in hardened steels and other hardened metals.
- Suitable for 1911 slide alterations for low-mount rear sights.
- Useful for converting Remington M-700 bolts for Sako-style extractors.
- Hardened carbide steel construction supports extended tool life in softer metals.
- 4-flute design and 3/16-inch diameter option are specified in the product data.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for specific gunsmithing tasks such as 1911 slide work and Remington M-700 bolt modifications, so it is not a general-purpose end mill for broad shop use.
- The 3/16" diameter version has a 5/8" cut length, which may limit how much material can be removed in a single pass compared with longer-cut options.
- The description notes extended tool life when used in softer metals, which suggests performance expectations differ depending on the material being cut.
- A dovetail cutter is still needed to finish part of the slot in the 1911 slide application, so this cutter alone does not complete that job.
Suggested Comparisons
- Dovetail cutters
- Milling cutters for hardened steel
- Gun-smithing end mills
- Small-diameter carbide cutters
Suggested Accessories
- Cutting fluid
- End mill holder
- Collet
- Deburring tool
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this end mill intended for?
The product is described as ideal for 1911 slides and other hardened steels. The long description also notes use for altering 1911 slides for a low mount style rear and for converting Remington M-700 bolts to accept Sako-style extractors.
What material is the cutter made from?
The specifications state hardened carbide steel cutters.
What sizes are listed in the product data?
The specs list a 3/16 in. (4.7 mm) diameter shank with a 5/8 in. cut length, and a 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) diameter shank with a 3/4 in. cut length.
How many flutes does it have?
The product is listed as a 4-flute cutter.
Does the product data include compatibility with specific tools or machines?
The provided data mentions specific applications such as 1911 slides and Remington M-700 bolts, but it does not list machine compatibility beyond those uses.