Brad-point drill bits create smooth, accurate holes in furniture-making, cabinetry, and other woodworking tasks. Also known as dowelling drill bits or lip-and-spur drill bits, these bits have a sharp point at the center of their tip that helps accurately position the bits and prevent them from moving, or walking, when starting to drill. They also have spur cutting edges that reduce splintering and tear-out during drilling. Brad-point drill bits can be used to drill overlapping holes.