what is a dowel auger bit?

It's mainly the same in every feature, except it is shorter (5.5" long overall) than the standard, allowing the user to maintain better controll of the auger bit while drilling, since dowel holes are generally expected to be square to the work suface, this short bit helps the user keep the bit and brace square much more easily. The auger bit measures .94" diameter, and is marked 15 on the tapered square end shank. In fine, new old stock condition!  more