Kreg Jig K4 Pocket Hole System Review
I got the K4 system because it seemed like it would work and I already had a similar hold-down clamp. Saved for what I needed. I ended up screwing the unit to a wooden work bench, rather than using the clamp anyway and that is a good way to do it, probably the best.
The dust collection was hooked up to my Fein vac that turns on when the drill is on. Not even a scrap of dust. Totally clean. See my Fein vac review.
Set-up is very easy per the nice simple little instruction pamphlet and the very professional DVD that is included.
You obviously have to use this tool correctly to get the great results. This means getting the right screws for the job. There are all sorts of different screw options from Kreg. I got the course ones for soft wood and suffered no splits or other problems. The screws seem to be of the highest quality, good for other projects as well.
I was kind of worried that I would have to come up with some kind of a jig to hold my wood at a right angle. I found this is not necessary. What you have to do is make sure the ends are exactly 90 degrees because that end will be drawn very tight to the other board. If it is off a degree, the screws will set it one degree off, if they are perfect, then it will be perfectly perpendicular. So, just take the time to make sure your crosscuts are perfectly accurate. This joinery system is very hard to fudge, it is very unforgiving of errors.
The bit has that hard feel to it, sharp and probably not meant to take much in the way of sharp impacts. I drilled down at a modest rate so as to not break anything and nothing did break. There is a collar that you adjust for the depth of wood. Unlike a set of collars I bought for general use, the Kreg one sets securely and doesn't slide on you. Again, I took care not to bear down on the drill too hard because if the collar slips, you would have problems.
You do have to hold down the two pieces of wood, right at the joint with a clamp. This always keeps the pieces flush with each other. Don't skip this step, even if you have to buy that long clamp, expensive but useful for a lot of projects. Push the pieces close together before you set the screws. The wood pulls tightly together, but don't get too lazy. It creates a little misalignment if you get too sloppy.
Frankly, the screws seem so tight that glue seems unnecessary. Doesn't hurt, but I wouldn't bother except perhaps on a table top.
The Kreg K4 is touted as the universal joining method and it can work that way. As somewhat of a traditionalist, I would still glue up a table top and I will still use mortise and tenons on many tables projects simply because that kind of work is expected. One of the recommend uses is to screw down a table top to its frame. I do not like that idea and recommend sliding blocks and such to let the top expand and contract independently from the frame.
Even so, there are still thousands of interesting projects that the Kreg system does just perfectly and you will be able to use it forever, really. I see nothing about this that might be obsoleted, but if I was using it commercially where time was money I would buy a spare bit just in case. Note that after hundreds of holes my bit seems perfect and the hard metal inserts in the jig are as good as new. If I was alternating drilling and screwing with one drill, I would get that quick-change bit system Kreg offers. In my case I practiced on one piece and was so secure with the process that I went into mass production mode and didn't switch back and forth.
I made some utility cabinet drawer frames that were essentially knock-downs. Just marked the parts, unscrewed things and was able to carry it all in my truck. Sometimes this is a very handy way to do things. You don't lose any strength, can carry the flat knocked-down sections up into building by yourself...all sorts of advantages.
Kreg doesn't give anything away! It is all quite Euro-spendy, but I cannot fault the design or materials at all. This is a tool system you will use for a very long time and it will save you a lot of time and provide superior results on many projects and repairs. A high quality product, well-designed and thought out. Happy to hand out five full stars.
Kreg Jig K4 Pocket Hole System Feature
- 3-Hole drill guide for pocket holes
- Large clamping recess to secure your jig
- Removable drill guide guarantees you'll have the right tool
- Drill guide block doubles as a repair tool
- Requires no glue, no complicated math, and no small army of clamps
Kreg Jig K4 Pocket Hole System Overview
The Kreg Jig K4 Pocket-Hole System is the perfect choice for DIYers and anyone new to pocket-screw joinery. Whether youre building your first set of garage storage shelves or making simple repairs around the house, the Kreg Jig can help you finish the job in less time and with far less effort than you ever thought possible. Its simple design gives you the confidence to start the project, and with joints as easy as Drill. Drive. Done! youll actually want to finish it. Includes everything you need to get started: stepped drill bit, stop collar, 6" square drive bit, starter screw and plug sets, SkillBuilder DVD, and quick-start guide. Carrying case also included.
Kreg Jig K4 Pocket Hole System Specifications
The Kreg Jig (K4) is the perfect choice for do-it-yourselfers and anyone new to Kreg Joinery. Whether you're building your first set of garage storage shelves or making simple repairs around the house, the Kreg Jig can help you finish the job in less time, and with far less effort than you ever thought possible. Its simple design gives you the confidence to start the project, and with joints as easy as "Drill. Drive. Done!", you'll actually want to finish it.
 | The Kreg Jig® offers:- A complete Kreg Joinery System for the DIYer
- A sturdy toggle clamp
- A large clamping recess lets you clamp the jig easily and securely to your work area
- A patented, 3-Hole Drill Guide with a Lifetime Warranty
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With Kreg Joinery, you can make professional joints without glue for a wide variety of projects. View larger. |
The Kreg Jig’s integrated clamping recess lets you easily secure the jig to your workbench. View larger. |
Kreg's patented 3-Hole Drill Guide can be removed and used where you need it most. View larger. |
Kreg Joinery: No Glue or Complicated Math RequiredThe Kreg Jig takes advantage of a technique called Kreg Joinery. Unlike other techniques, Kreg Joinery requires no glue, no complicated math, and no small army of clamps to make wood joints that will last.
With Kreg Joinery, you can finish projects in hours instead of days. You won't spend any time clamping, waiting for glue to dry, or wading through complicated math. It essentially involves drilling a hole at an angle into one workpiece, and connecting it to another workpiece with a self-tapping screw.
Amazingly Strong with Half the Effort
Unlike mortise and tenons, dowels, and biscuits, the self-tapping screws inside of every Kreg Joint hold the stock together without glue. You don't have to worry about precisely lining up dowel holes, or spending hours cutting a perfect mortise and tenon--you simply drill the holes, drive the screws, and move on to the next project.
And because what you see is what you get with Kreg Joinery, you won't spend all your time calculating stock-overlaps and dry-fitting individual workpieces. All you need is simple math to get fast and accurate results.
Kreg Jig K4: Ideal for the DIYer
The Kreg Jig is designed specially for the do-it-yourselfer or anyone new to Kreg Joinery. It can be used for endless applications around the house, helping you to save time and effort.
The Kreg Jig’s patented 3-Hole Drill Guide lets you make perfectly placed pocket-holes in a wide variety of material widths and thicknesses, without ever having to release the clamp and reposition the workpiece. Whether you're using one of Kreg's multi-purpose Face Clamps (sold separately) or any common bar clamp or c-clamp, the Kreg Jig's large clamping recess makes it easy to secure your jig to your workbench during use.
For the hard-to-reach repair applications, or when you just want to take your work on the road, the jig's removable Drill Guide guarantees that you'll always have the right tool for the job.
In addition to the Kreg Jig (model K4), Kreg offers serious wood workers the Kreg Jig Master System (model K3MS), the ultimate kit for Kreg Joinery. For basic woodworking or home improvement projects, the Kreg Jig Jr. (model R3) has what you need to get started.
The Kreg Difference
While each Kreg Jig has its own features designed to meet the particular needs of its users, all Kreg Jigs share a design and high-quality construction which add up to the "Kreg Difference."
Kit includes everything you need to get started. |
Each Kreg Jig features hardened steel drill guides that carry a 100-percent lifetime guarantee. The body of each Kreg Jig is made from a heavy-duty glass-reinforced nylon that offers the resiliency and flexibility you need without sacrificing strength and durability.
To create a cleaner pocket-hole and a more finished appearance, all Kreg Jigs shroud the bit and support the workpiece through 100-percent of the drill-stroke. The end result is minimal bit deflection, reduced tear-out, and a clean, pluggable Pocket-Hole fit for finished work.
Every Kreg Jig also features an optimized 15 degree drilling angle designed to increase driving efficiency and minimize the overall size of the Pocket-Hole. This same Pocket-Hole can be created by the Kreg Jig in materials from 1/2- to 1-1/2 inches thick.
The Kreg Jig includes a 30 Day Customer Satisfaction Guarantee and Lifetime Warranty on its Hardened Steel Drill Guide.
What's in the Box
Kreg Jig K4, stepped drill bit, 6-inch square driver, starter screw set, starter plug set, SkillBuilder DVD, Quick-Start Guide, and durable carrying case.
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