Drilling bronze

[Sheen]

What sort of drill bit should i be using on a 5mm bit of bronze? It's hard stuff!

[NickD]

What sort of drill bit should i be using on a 5mm bit of bronze? It's hard stuff!

Diamond tip bit ?
I'd just go and ask in a tool shop Sheen. They know their (bronze) onions.
Nick.
It shouldn't break the bank.

[ps_bond]

Standard jobber drill bit should do fine. Depending on the diameter of bit you're using, you might want to take more time to clear swarf (and possibly even use cutting fluid).

[Sheen]

Thanks Peter and Nick