Brace Shank
This shank was common before 1850, and is still in production. At first, the tapered shank was just rammed into a square hole in the end of the drill. Over time, various chuck designs have been invented, and modern chucks can grasp and drive this shank effectively.
- Easy to make in a forge
- Very wide tolerances allowable (not very precise)
- Moderate torque transmission but without the slipping possible with round shanks
- Appropriate chuck required
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