The IDC Woodcraft Cribbage Board CNC Router Bit Set is a purpose-built set of CNC router bits designed specifically for cribbage board making and to maintain the precision, detail, and accuracy required to make Cribbage boards.
Cribbage boards are not generic CNC projects. They require:
Consistent, accurately sized peg holes
Eliminate chip-out on the holes
Clean, readable carved paths and markings
Tear-out-free edges
A finished feel that looks and feels like a professional product
This router bit set provides the exact tools required to perform each of those operations correctly on a CNC router—without forcing general-purpose bits to do precision work they weren’t designed for.
As an added incentive, this set includes a free, complete 3-player Cribbage Board CNC project, allowing you to make a finished board immediately without having to design files or write G-code.
Cribbage boards look simple, but they are one of the most detail-sensitive CNC woodworking projects you can run.
Common problems when using the wrong bits include:
Peg hole runout, burn, or loose fit
Fuzzy or blown-out carved lines
Tear-out on the board face
Sharp, unfinished edges
These issues are almost never caused by the CNC machine itself — they are caused by incorrect tooling selection.
The IDC Woodcraft Cribbage Board CNC Router Bit Set eliminates those problems by matching bit geometry to the exact machining operations a Cribbage board requires.
Used for: Carved paths, layout lines, numbering, and decorative details
The 60° angle produces crisp, readable detail without overly wide cuts. This bit is optimized for clean V-carving with minimal fuzzing, making it ideal for the intricate tracks and markings found on Cribbage boards.
Key benefit: Sharp detail without cleanup.
Used for: Peg holes
Peg holes are one of the most critical features of a Cribbage board. This drill bit is engineered specifically for CNC routers, producing straight, repeatable, accurately sized holes without walking or burning — something standard drill bits often struggle with in CNC applications.
Key benefit: Consistent peg fit and professional accuracy.
Used for: Edge finishing
This bit adds a smooth, comfortable edge radius that instantly improves the look and feel of the finished board. It removes sharp edges without being aggressive, making the board more enjoyable to handle and gift.
Key benefit: Clean, professional edge finish.
Used for: Profiling and pocketing
Downcut geometry keeps the top surface clean by pushing fibers downward during cutting. This is especially important for visible faces of Cribbage boards where tear-out is unacceptable.
Key benefit: Clean edges and tear-out-free surfaces.
Included free with this router bit set is a complete CNC Cribbage board project designed to help you succeed immediately — especially if this is your first time making a Cribbage board.
You receive:
Vectric design file
SVG file
DXF file
Pre-generated G-code for each machining operation
Step-by-step written instructions
This bonus allows you to focus on running your CNC and learning the process, rather than spending time designing files or creating toolpaths.
CNC Cribbage boards (3-player design included)
Custom game boards
Gift and heirloom projects
Hardwood and softwood CNC woodworking
Beginner CNC projects with professional results
CNC beginners who want a successful Cribbage board project without guesswork
Hobby CNC users who value clean detail and accuracy
Retirees and makers creating meaningful, gift-worthy projects
Small shops producing custom or repeat Cribbage boards
IDC Woodcraft focuses on CNC-specific tooling and real-world projects. Every product is selected, tested, and supported with education in mind — so you get consistent results, not frustration.
This Cribbage Board CNC Router Bit Set exists for one reason: to make it easy to produce clean, accurate, professional Cribbage boards on a CNC router.
To make a proper Cribbage board on a CNC router, you need:
A V-bit for carved grids, paths, text, and other markings
A CNC-optimized drill bit for peg holes
A downcut endmill for clean profiling
A roundover bit for finished edges
This set includes all of those bits, selected specifically for Cribbage boards.
No. This is a CNC router bit set.
The Cribbage board design files and G-code are included free as a bonus, not as a kit component.
This set works with most hobby and prosumer CNC routers that accept standard 1/4" and 1/8" shank tooling.
Yes. The included project files and step-by-step instructions make this a beginner-friendly project while still producing professional-quality results.
No. The free bonus project includes ready-to-run G-code for each machining step.
Both hardwoods and softwoods work well. Maple, cherry, walnut, and oak are popular choices for Cribbage boards.
Yes. You can use the bits and included files to make as many boards as you’d like for personal projects.
Standard tooling is not designed for CNC router drilling or fine detail work. These bits are selected specifically to avoid wandering, burning, fuzzing, and tear-out.
SKUs: CRIB-SET, SV-60, RO-18, DR-18, DC-316
Item SKU: CRIB-SET
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