So, I have a number of auger bits in really bad shape, with either the screws, or wings (what do you call them? Cutters that define the hole) ruined. Sometimes both.
I was wondering what I could do with these. I mean, it's still good steel, and there's a useful shank attached... I can't do anything too complicated metal working wise, but I've got files, hacksaws, dremels, and stones.
I suppose the wings/flanges that are ruined (sharpened on the outside so they can't define a hole properly and just get the bit stuck) can be filed off and the bits used for extremely rough work (which I don't really do, but okay... useful to have some beater bits at times, I guess).
But the ones that are beyond any hope of salvation... Gotta be something they'd be good for.
I just feel bad to throw away good steel, and/or vintage tools of any sort, even if they be in really poor condition.