yes and ill also add even if you put the blank in a vise still dont attempt to do it with a hand held drill. it can easily dig way too deep too fast and destroy the blank. used properly this pen trimming kit is the best hands down ! this is made to be done with a drill press and vise only ! something they tell you !

working with my hands is a joy,it gives me a sense of fulfillment,somthing so many seek and so few find.-SAM MALOOF.