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Priced roughly $40 less than the previous K3 model, this full-service pocket-hole drilling system is packed with value. It includes all the core equipment and everything you need to drill fast and easy pocket holes: a classic benchtop design, compatibility with all Kreg Jig Master System accessories, even a SkillBuilder DVD and rugged carrying case! For strong, convenient, and professional-looking joinery, this is it.
The K4 system includes the following:
-Main bench-mounting unit with toggle clamp
-Patented removable 3-hole drill guide
-Spacer block attachment for repairs
-3/8" step bit to drill pocket hole and 3/16" pilot hole in one step
-6" long #2 driver bit
-Dust Collection attachment
-Rugged carrying case, SkillBuilder DVD, and detailed instructions
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Technical Details
- Our 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 our multi-purpose face clamps or any common bar clamp or c-clamp, the 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 Kreg jig's removable Drill Guide guarantees that you'll always have the right tool for the job
- Removable drill guide block doubles as a repair tool
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By Jonathan Gelaude (Denver, CO)
I just began building the Kreg workbench. I figured I'd start with a basic project like this to familiarize myself with the Kreg jig and how it operates. If I make a mistake on this, the wood is just inexpensive 2x4s that I can easily replace.
I really like the fact that it comes with the DVD, which gives all the basic details and is broken down into sections so you can easily go and just rewatch one section again.
One bit of advice I'd give from what I've experienced with the jig so far is that instead of drilling the pocket hole in one motion, I found it works better to drill down maybe a 1/4 to 1/3 of the way, then back the drill bit out to clean out the hole, then continue on in this fashion until you reach the drill stop. The holes are cleaner-cut this way and it's easier on your tools. This technique has worked well for deep holes for the 2x material. I also had one piece of wood that I neglected to sort out when I selected my wood that was heavier than all the others, so it's wetter than the others. I did have to make sure and clean the holes in the jig out after this, as they did gum up a bit from the moist sawdust produced from this one piece of wood.
I do wish the jig came with a few more screws right out of the box. You get an assortment of different sizes, but only 10 or so of each. This allowed me to basically get one little section of the workbench put together. I then had to go searching for screws. The problem was, neither Home Depot, nor Lowes carries the 2.5-inch screws. Luckily, there is a Rockler store in Denver. But when I got there, they only had one box of the 2.5-inch screws in a 50-pack, and they were the blue "weather resistant" ones. I didn't care because the screws are all hidden. I think the box was $1 more than the normal screws would've been.
Now this jig and these screws are all brand new to me. But, at this point, I did have a problem yesterday when using the blue screws. I don't know if it's the coating on them or what, but they drove down into the hole and then proceeded to strip out the threads they'd just drilled! I hadn't changed the torque setting on my drill at all from using it the day before with the regular Kreg pocket hole screws that came with the jig. So, I backed off the torque a bit and tried another screw in another hole. Same thing! I then turned the torque almost all the way down on the drill. That worked. Then I tightened that one by hand. After that, I tried driving another one by hand. I can certainly work around this, but I'm definitely apprehensive about using the blue screws again on anything else that might call for them, such as a potting bench, or outdoor chairs, etc. Kreg does make stainless steel pocket hole screws, but a box of 50 was about $25, compared to $6 for the blue screws. They do package larger quantities together as well. There was a box of 250 of the regular 2.5-inch screws that I needed, but I don't need anywhere near that many of that size screw at this point in time. However, if you were going to make, say several outdoor chairs, or multiples of anything for that matter, it is more cost effective to buy the larger boxes of screws.
I know this is supposed to be a review just for the jig, but these items all go together, so I figured I'd mention my issue with the blue screws. Before that, I did not have one problem with the regular screws. They worked flawlessly.
I am definitely looking forward to many more projects using the Kreg jig system. I don't have a lot of shop tools and no woodworking tools, other than a few basic chisels, etc. So, this gives me the opportunity to try my hand at woodworking a bit before investing a lot of money and space for things like a nice table saw, drill press, planer/jointer, tons of clamps, etc.
Is a matter of fact, I actually bought this jig to build two built-in bookcases and an adjoining mantel. I will be using the Kreg jig to build the boxes for the bookcases, as well as the faceframe and doors. No need to worry about mortise and tenons for the doors, or gluing and clamping biscuits into place and then waiting for the glue to dry. Once I get the workbench done, I'll then have a nice work surface to begin the bookcases on. If I get a chance, I'll come back and add more info once I've used the jig a bit more on plywood and hardwood for the bookcases.
So far, I'm quite impressed with the Kreg jig (other than the above-mentioned blue screws). I'm sure I'll find a ton of uses for it in the future. I've already started thinking about building a couple of nightstands and a blanket chest, something I probably wouldn't have thought of doing before buying this jig.
By Mark W. R. Wilson
As a newcomer to home improvement and woodworking this is my standard method of building things. As a complete (and impatient) novice I watched the video (pocket hole solutions to trim carpentry) about 20 times and then went to work. I've built shelves and tool stands, and repaired my roof. I love this whole system--I can build most anything quickly. It is strong, and, unlike any other system, can be disassembled (even the screws can be re-used!), which is important---as a newbie I make mistakes! NO problem-- just unscrew, correct, and re-assemble. No waiting for glue to dry either. Kit is well-built in the USA. I recommend getting the vacuum attachment and a few of the clamps to start. You do have make sure the wood is cut perfectly square. The only thing I would correct would be to add a little hole to store the allen wrench and use some white paint to highlight the numbers on the jig. My carpenter friend now is bugging me to borrow it to build cabinets with on his next job. Better than lego or tinker toys :-)
By Rosemarie (New Jersey)
I love this tool it is my favorite non electric tool I own. I too wish I bought it sooner there were so many things that did not come out the way I liked because I didn't have the jig. Seriously I am a retired grandma and if I can use it really anyone can I made many wonderful things including a large chicken coop for my girls with gates. You can't go wrong with this tool. You don't have to get the best one just get ONE.
By W. Betancourt (Lancaster Pa.)
What a time saver
I am restoring an old camper
It would be impossible without my KREG
By T. Crump (Texas)
As others have noted, this is an excellent product for some fast, effective joinery. Well designed and easy to learn. It will not work for all your joinery needs, but it will make lots of projects easy. Only drawbacks I found are 1. Joints aren't as strong as biscuit joints. 2. Even though they make hole plugs, I wouldn't want to use it where the pocket holes are showing. Besides that, it's a great product.
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