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Kreg makes great products. Don't buy anything else Tried it as soon as I got it and it works to perfection.
I replaced two 4x4 posts on my patio and used this jig to drill four pocket holes in each to attach them to the header. It worked great and looks better than toe-nailing on the exposed posts.This jig is easy to use and makes perfect pocket holes.
The reason I gave it 4 stars is that this jig does not break down to a single pocket - which is what you need if you are left staring @ the 3/4" side of 4/4 stock. While the depth adjustment is a little clunky - its usually done only once (unless you are wise enough to use mixed stock). Works like a charm. I usually keep a couple drywall screws handy to clamp it down in odd places. Otherwise - just go for it. Overall - you will get addicted to the simplicity and efficiency of this jig.
Kreg is the original and clearly the best. It worked just as advertised and I am very satisfied with the results. I used this product to repair some squeeky kitchen chairs. I have examined similar "knock off" products but each one was lacking in one way or another. I am looking forward to discovering more applications for this system. This is probably to avoid patent infringement issues.
By attempt #4, I was an expert user. LOL).I remembered my "wow" impression for butt joining wall studs and headers with this "blue tool." I went to Amazon to find the best price., and it was received in the mail almost before I had time to turn around. It has stuck in my mind as a "must have" slick jig tool, all these years. I don't have dado blades for making dado joints, nor do I own a dovehole jig.
THANKS.NOW, I'll read the directions. Most of my joining is plain, old-fashioned, line'er up butt joints.15 years ago, I'd seen this tool demo'd at a huge woodworking show I was wandering through in Portland OR. install headers for the transom above my new door, (done) and remodel my own bathroom to install a jacuzzi. YUCKERS.This is everything I remembered, and thanks to Amazon, I now know its name is KREG. LOL Now, in my 60s, I have time to screen in a front porch, (done). I'm one of those people who only read directions if I can't figure out how to use something intuitively.
I HATE 45 angle joints with a passion. I couldn't remember the name, but I sure remembered "slanty holes" and tried to find something locally. (THAT IS NEXT. I'm "retired now" you know, and have never been busier. LOL. You should see what Home Depot sells--talk about awkward and tomfoolery.
(grin) I'd just never had a need for it before now.
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