Kreg Jig

tilting tim · 08-04-2010 02:14PM #1

Hi all
Wanted to get into woodworking for ages and was inspired by a trip to the US before Xmas where I saw a Kreg Jig working. I have since bought 1 and have made a bench from MDF and some 2x4. Since then I have been busy but hoping to get back to it soon. Does anyone here own a Kreg Jig? If so Id love to hear how its going

Carra23 · 08-04-2010 02:48PM

Do you mean the pocket jig for screwing in at angles ? if so I have used one and they are fine but would only use it when necessary, it is a handy little jig alright

galwaydude18 · 08-04-2010 03:37PM

They are a class jig. I regulary use one where you dont want any fixings seen from the face of a unit etc. or coverd with filler or screwcaps and its a very strong jointing method also.

jack of all · 08-04-2010 04:05PM

I don't have a Kreg jig but I do use the pocket screw technique where I can, using a spade bit to create the pocket. Not as easy or accurate as using the Kreg jig but gets the job done in less critical applications!

saltandpepper10 · 08-04-2010 08:09PM

i have a trend pocket hole jig that does this but i have never heard of a kreg is this an american brand.great little tool.

tilting tim · 08-04-2010 10:20PM

kreg is an american tool-they have some pretty cool bits-only started myself but gettiing into it, prob not suitable for all jobs but overall a very handy tool-will post a pic of my bench i made soon-if any of ye have pics of things made with pocket hole screws id love to see them

oraiste · 10-04-2010 11:07AM

I purchased a Kreg Master System online about a year ago and have found it to be a fantastic tool. As I don't have much space (no garden or shed), I create a temporary work bench on the kitchen table.

Very quick to set-up: I clamp the plywood bench to the kitchen table, screw the jig into 18mm plywood to hold it n place and attach a hoover to the jig (no dust in the house) with the provided attachment.

I've made a few items around the house - bookshelves, underbed storage on castors, bedside lockers etc. I like to use birch plywood - very little finishing required.

I would highly recommend this product for home projects.

I have some pics of the pocket hole, jig set-up, final results:

oraiste · 10-04-2010 11:16AM

Lots of useful videos on youtube demonstrating the Kreg Jig in action:

http://www.youtube.com/user/KregToolCompany

bdoo · 18-04-2010 05:46PM

I got the kreg k3 master system a while ago, super handy and fast but it's hard to beat the ould joints at the same time.

Dummy · 21-04-2010 02:41PM

I have two of these jigs and love them loads. The best things that I bought. So much so, that I put away my morticer and just do pocket hole joinery instead.

One of my biggest complaints though is finding a good stockist for the screws. McQuillans carry an ok range but I usually end up ordering off the web (even though I want to keep my money in the country). Maybe someone else may advise where carries good stock.

I have loads of projects lined up for the Summer, one of them is building kitchen units for a small utility room, and all of the projects will be done with pocket hole joinery.

pamul · 26-02-2011 11:27PM

the carpentry store.com irish company are the cheapest online the 80 euro unit will get you out of any twist

recipio · 27-02-2011 03:22AM

Kreg were the original but now there are other , cheaper jigs ( see www.axminster.com ) I find it a great technique for shelving as it secures the shelves to the verticals. Its good for frames for wardrobes/kitchen units etc but I would'nt rely on it for strength bearing joints.Be sure to use the coarse threaded screws for mdf/ply/blockboard.
The plastic covers are o.k for concealing the angled holes and wooden inserts are available but pricey. There is a dedicated plug cutter to match the plugs exactly to the wood being used available from www.rutlands.co.uk.

pamul · 27-02-2011 03:17PM

use an irish company patron joe mckenna stock the trend unit 119 yo yos the kreg at the above are as i said best value:cool::cool:;)

Kreg Jig

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