Reply by Kindlingmaker

Well I have a couple of HF sets that have worked very well. The big brand names are the best that I have used so far but the cheap ones are perfect for all the non exotic wood projects. You will find that you will be using only a handful of bits as you work your wood, your favorite ones. By using the cheap bits you will discover which ones you really like and need, (the shape, style), then purchase the best bits you can afford that have the same shape.

-- Never board, always knotty, lots of growth rings