On 1/19/2013 8:09 PM, Mike M wrote:
On Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:14:57 -0600, Leon lcb11211@swbelldotnet
wrote:

On 1/18/2013 7:07 AM, Mike Marlow wrote:
I asked what everyone is using for Pocket Hole Jigs in another thread, but
having noodled about some since then, it seems worthwhile starting a
specific thread on the matter.

What I use now is some cheap junk jig that I bought years ago, and leaves
more to be desired than it does to offer in functionality and useability. I
was looking at the Kreg K3 kit, and came across videos and opinions on the
Harbor Freight jig. That jig is viewable on their web site. Of course - it
is cheaper than the Kreg, will accommodate both 1x stock and 2x stock, looks
to be well built, etc. It has now become a contender.

So - what is everyone else using?

Is anyone using or familiar with the Harbor Freight offering?

Other comments?

OT comments are normal in a community, so I won't make a big deal out of
them if they pop up in this thread.



The Kreg is the "standard". You will probably never wear it out. You
can find cheaper and you will get cheaper.

Mine is old enough that it came with a VHS tape. If you've worked
with tools for a living you think in terms of getting home for dinner.
I'm looking at upgrading my system to the newer one if I think it's
worth it. If I do I'll offer the older one here.

Mike M

Is yours the one that is all metal? I have one of those.

The biggest advantage on the latest vs. that one is better dust control,
adjustable for proper screw exit on different stock thickness, and extra
drill hole. Ah! and the clamp lever is on the front side so that you do
not have to reach around or over the piece being drilled.
And it can be used more easily away from the bench.