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I Spy a Bit

by Susan LeGuyader
Bit organizers come in all shapes and sizes-but that doesn't mean they make finding what I need any easier. After wasting too much time hunting for my go-to cup burr, I grabbed a Sharpie and marked it. That one quick fix turned a cluttered mess into something way more manageable-and now I can spot my favorite bit in seconds.
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The Problem: Too Many Bits, Hard to Find the Right One
Do you use a bit organizer on your bench? I have a round one probably by Foredom. I've tried wooden ones, seen cribbage boards repurposed, and noticed fancy or 3D printed versions too.

My main issue is finding specific bits among the clutter. That day, I was hunting for a cup burr to round ear wires a bit I use often, but it always gets buried.
Susan LeGuyader's I Spy a Bit - The Problem: Too Many Bits, Hard to Find the Right One, General Education, , , I was searching for a cup burr to round out ear wires.
The Solution: A Simple Sharpie Color-Coding Trick
To fix the problem, I marked the cup burr with a black Sharpie so it stands out. You could also use paint, stickers, or colored Sharpies.

I may need to reapply it over time, but for now, I can finally find it when I need it.
Susan LeGuyader's I Spy a Bit - The Solution: A Simple Sharpie Color-Coding Trick, General Education, , , I marked the cup burr with a black sharpie.
Bonus Tip: Use a Catch-All Lid for Easy Cleanup
While we are on the subject of bits, I keep a tin lid right beside my organizer, to throw my various bits into while I'm working.

When I'm done, I can load them back where they go.
Susan LeGuyader's I Spy a Bit - Bonus Tip: Use a Catch-All Lid for Easy Cleanup, General Education, , , I keep a tin lid

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  • Category: General Education
  • Technique(s): Storage, General Education

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