SKU: 17-545

Infinity Tools 1/2" Shank 17th-Century Router Bit, Double D

Name: Infinity Tools 1/2" Shank 17th-Century Router Bit, Double D
Brand: Infinity Cutting Tools
SKU: 17-545
Price: 45.90 USD
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A compact decorative profile from our 17th Century series.

Use this bit to add period detail to tabletop edges, drawer fronts, frames and small moldings. It's part of our 17th Century Profile series, based on the moldings found on late-1600s British furniture, so it pairs naturally with the other bits in the series when you're building or restoring period pieces.

Specifications: 1/2" shank | Cutter diameter 1-3/16" | Cutting height 3/4" | Overall length 2-1/4" | Profile: 17th Century Double D

Tip: On narrow or small stock, a router table with a fence gives you the most control. See the Router Bit Suggested RPM & Safety Guidelines on the Documents tab.

This bit is also included in the Infinity Tools 1/2" Shank 11-Pc. 17th Century Profile Router Bit Set (00-175).

Router Bit Suggested RPM & Safety Guidelines

17th-Century Router Bits

This exclusive, one-of-a-kind router bit set takes its inspiration from William & Mary, Queen Ann, and Georgian furniture. Certainly some of the most iconic furniture ever made came from these periods and remain relevant today.

Bits are available individually or in our exclusive 11-Piece Profile Set (Item 00-175).

17th Century Router Bits from Infinity Cutting Tools can create a wide variety of classic trim and molding details for your furniture projects.

Lots of woodworkers ask if there are any router bit sets they should add to their collection once they have the basic roundover, cove, chamfer, and straight bits covered.

If you like to build furniture and boxes in classic 17th-Century styles I would recommend the Infinity 17th-Century Router Bit Collection.

This 11-piece router bit set includes profiles taken directly from antiques from some of the most iconic periods of British furniture.

If you're like me, the term "17th-century furniture" doesn't conjure up any specific images in my mind. If you break down this time frame into design periods this router bit set takes its inspiration from William & Mary, Queen Ann, and Georgian furniture.

Certainly, some of the most iconic furniture ever made came from these periods and remain relevant today.

Individual moldings can be combined and stacked to create eye-catching complex profiles to projects.

This profile was made with 17-520 (top), 17-555 (center), and 17-510 (bottom).

These router bits replicate old molding profiles and, as such, are perfectly suited for standalone use. However, with a little creativity, you can stack profiles to create complex molding profiles, as shown above.

These eleven profiles make it very easy to add these classic details to both large and small furniture alike. Everything from large ogee details for the crown and skirt on large chests of drawers, thin drawer division bars with double bead details, or even a final touch to the base of a jewelry box, this set will open up a world of possibilities for your woodworking projects.

We've shown the bits and the profiles they create below.

Available individually, or in our money-saving set pictured above, feel free to put your creativity to work to recreate, or create amazing moldings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What shank size does this 17th Century Double D bit have?

It has a 1/2" shank, which provides greater rigidity and less deflection than a 1/4" shank on larger profile cuts. You'll find it among our carbide router bits.

What is the cutter diameter and height?

The cutter measures 1-3/16" in diameter with a 3/4" cutter height, and the bit has an overall length of 2-1/4".

What does the 17th Century profile refer to?

It refers to the curved classical molding shapes popularized in late-1600s British furniture by makers such as Garret Johnson and Grinling Gibbons. These designs trace back to Greek and Roman forms used by architects like Christopher Wren and William Kent.

What projects is the Double D bit best for?

It is ideal for period and reproduction furniture moldings, panel frames, case-piece edges, and architectural trim where a classical look is desired.

Should I use this bit in a router table or handheld?

Because of its 1-3/16" cutter diameter, a router table is recommended for the safest, most controlled cuts. The 1/2" shank adds further stability.

Is this bit carbide and can it be sharpened?

Yes, it is a carbide-tipped router bit, so it holds a keen edge through hardwoods and can be professionally re-sharpened to extend its working life. Browse sharpening supplies for maintenance.

Can I buy matching profiles to build a full molding set?

Yes. This Double D bit is part of the 17th Century family of profiles. Explore complementary router bit sets to expand your molding options.

Who makes this router bit?

It is made by Infinity Cutting Tools, a premium woodworking-tool retailer known for precision carbide bits.

How were these moldings originally produced?

Historically these classical moldings were cut by hand using scratch stocks and molding planes. This router bit lets you produce the same profiles quickly and consistently with a router.

What does the overall length tell me?

The 2-1/4" overall length includes the shank and cutter, helping you confirm there is enough clearance and shank engagement in your router collet for a secure, balanced cut.

Infinity Tools 1/2" Shank 17th-Century Router Bit, Double D