Benjamin Forstner
American gunsmith · United States · On the map · Scientists · Lived 1834 to 1897 · aged 62
Benjamin Forstner, was an American gunsmith, inventor, and dry goods merchant best known for his Forstner bit, a drill bit which enables the creation of accurate flat-bottomed holes in wood, regardless of grain orientation.
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A typical day, 30 days to 19 August 2026
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United States
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Type
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Status
Deceased
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Lived 1834 to 1897 · aged 62