Since 1910, General Tools has grown to become the recognized industry leader for specialty hand tools and instruments. This General Tool Pocket Hole Jig Kit enables you to produce strong, attractive joints in a multitude of applications, eliminating clamping and gluing. Easy to use for DIYers and expert craftsmen, with 2 quick steps, use the jig to drill steeply pitched counter bores in 1 joint member, then, drive self-tapping screws (without pilot holes) into the other member.
For making professional style flush, corner and angle pocket hole joints
Corner and angle pocket hole joints for leg-and-rail connections, building face frame cabinets, sneaking screws into tight spots and fastening picture frames with unlimited applications
Adjusts up to 1-1/2 in. via center slider
Create angled, edge-to-edge and 90° joints
Includes adjustable pocket hole jig, 3/8 in. step drill bit, 3/8 in. steel stop collar, hex wrench, 6 in. square drive bit, 24-3/8 in. wood plugs, 12-1 in. fine and coarse thread screws, 12-1-1/2 in. fine and coarse thread screws, 12-2 in. coarse thread screws and case
A:Â Please call 212-431-6100 ext 6 and Tech Support can help send you a copy of the user manual through email.
by|Jul 18, 2022
Q:what angle are the holes at?
by|Jun 19, 2021
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A:Â Not sure, looks to be about 15-30 degrees. Its pretty shallow.
by|Jun 30, 2021
Q:Where to find replacement screws?
by|Dec 12, 2020
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A:Â you can use almost any screws suitable for your application. Also screws are available home depot.
by|Jun 30, 2021
A:Â You can use your standard screws with this device. No need to purchase the exact same screws. Any normal deck screw should work fine.
by|May 10, 2023
Q:Are the holes narrow enough for a 2x2?
by|Aug 11, 2020
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A:Â yes they are
by|Aug 12, 2020
A:Â yes
by|Jun 30, 2021
A:Â Hi Ashley,
You can set the jig and just drill one pocket hole, you can then reset the jig and drill another pocket hole. Though using two pocket holes in a 2x2 could weaken the strength of the 2x2 and the wood might crack. The drill bit itself makes a larger hole then the screw allowing you to hide the screw, So, you might want to consider just using one pocket hole. If you were to set the jig just once and drill two pocket holes in a 2x2 then the pocket holes would be right on the edges of the 2x2 and the strength of the screws would be questionable.
Hope this answers your question.
FYI, you will need a clamp of some type to secure the jig when drilling.
by|Apr 22, 2023
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A:Â Yes
by|Jun 25, 2021
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Aug 10, 2020
You get what you pay for
Terrible at making pocket holes and broke after 4 hours of intermediate use. Design is not robust or confidence inspiring. There is a warrenty but who who wants a second piece of trash.
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Jul 7, 2020
I wanted to hide the screws on a deck project and at the same time try and create a better bond b...
I wanted to hide the screws on a deck project and at the same time try and create a better bond by not splitting the wood. I was really surprised at how well this product worked. I felt it brought me to a higher level wood working. The product is very strong and should last a long period of time, and I kinda of like the design without the built in clamp in that it's more universal. Definitely worth the cost and a great item to have in your tool box.
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Apr 18, 2020
What a great product! I consider myself a fairly handy guy, but this pocket hole jig made me loo...
What a great product! I consider myself a fairly handy guy, but this pocket hole jig made me look like a skilled wood worker, which I am most certainly not. Pocket holes are a great way to connect pieces of wood invisibly ...the screw is hidden in the pocket. Using this jig, you can make simple shelves, attach table tops ...all sorts of things, without having the screws showing, which gives your project a professional and finished look. The amazing thing is that this jig is so easy to use, and the results are so great. I love this thing and am looking for projects on which to use it. Basically, you just clamp the jig to the wood, drill out the pocket, then install the screw (into the pilot hole that you've created when drilling out the pocket). It really couldn't be any easier, and it's actually a fun tool to use. Don't forget to use a little wood glue for an even stronger joint.
I've always been intrigued by finish carpentry methods but the first thing I realized upon inspec...
I've always been intrigued by finish carpentry methods but the first thing I realized upon inspecting this kit and its instructions was that my considerable electrical and plumbing skills were going to be of little value here. It strikes me that some fine woodworking experience and associated accessories were going to be required for professional looking results. However for anyone motivated enough to acquire these skills, a kit like this is probably a good starting point to get their feet wet.
This General Tools Pocket Hole Jig Kit (89-Piece) overall is not a bad product. It comes with 5 d...
This General Tools Pocket Hole Jig Kit (89-Piece) overall is not a bad product. It comes with 5 different type of screws. Fine thread for hardwood and course thread for soft wood such as pine, fir and ceder. The 3/8 inch step drill bit with a stop collar for setting the depth of the pocket hole to the thickness of the wood is easy to set. The 6 inch square head bit drives the screws good. The reason for only 3 stars is due to the depth setting configuration. Looking at a picture of the pocket hole jig is a yellow sliding level that you set to the thickness of the wood you are joining. The BIG problem with it is you can not see the scale! You can feel the the indentations but with no contrasting color it is unreadable. If General Tools would have marked them in a contrasting color I would have gone with 5 stars. But since they didn't everything in this kit except the jig will be used in my Kreg Pocket Hole Jig.
This is very similar to so some other brands of pocket hole kits, but at a slightly lower price, ...
This is very similar to so some other brands of pocket hole kits, but at a slightly lower price, plus a couple additional frustrations.
Everything needed is included in the kit except for a clamp, and you will definitely need one, preferably a strong locking c-clamp style. Other brands include this or at least include a grove in the body of the pocket hole jig for the clamp to fit, a feature lacking here.
If you are new to using pocket hole screws, you might find this kit frustrating, since I considered the directions to be poorly written and poorly illustrated. There is a nice adjustment guide for determining the setting for proper location of the drill stop, but it is made of cardboard instead of something more durable like plastic. I needed to use solvent to remove a warning tag from around the bit, cautioning to use the right speed when drilling, but nowhere was it stated what that proper speed should be. The bit included with the set is long enough for the common 3/4 inch thicknesses, but if you want to use this kit for 1 inch or thicker boards, you will need a different bit, which isn’t included. The sliding depth selection gauge is a nice feature, but the thickness markings are hard to read, especially in bright light.
I like that there is a nice case to keep all of the materials, and the included screws are a nice touch, but the wood filler dowels were cut to the wrong angle and seemed to fit a bit loose.
The system works fine with this kit, and the results are satisfactory, and this kit should work well if you are using it in a home-shop, and not on a regular basis.
If you have already decided that you need a pocket hole kit, do your homework and check around, so that you know what various kits contain. If this is new to you, check tutorial videos online so you have a better idea what to look for.
This 89-PIECE POCKET HOLE JIG KIT is nice because it has what you need in one case. You just ali...
This 89-PIECE POCKET HOLE JIG KIT is nice because it has what you need in one case. You just align both pieces and place the jig on the side. Drill the holes and install the screws using the included bits. Once the screws are installed, you figure which plug to use and install it into the hole with a bit of glue. Cut or sand off the remainder of the plug that is sticking out of the hole and your ready to do the next side.
What a nice surprise. This comes with a ton of screws and even plugs for the pockets. The drill b...
What a nice surprise. This comes with a ton of screws and even plugs for the pockets. The drill bit and square end driver bit are both nice and long, which is great if you've got deep pockets. The included screws- in various lengths- take the square bit or a Phillips bit, which is quite handy. The case is a really nice touch and helps you stay organized while also reminding you if somethings missing from the foam cutouts in the case for all the accessories. The yellow gauge on the jig adjusts based upon the size screw you want to use, which is great.
I don’t use pocket holes very often in my woodworking, but enough to know what I like and don’t l...
I don’t use pocket holes very often in my woodworking, but enough to know what I like and don’t like about them. The thickness of wood I commonly would use pocket holes on is 3/4 inch and 1 1/2 inch. Seldom anything else. For 3/4 inch holes on single boards this system works well. Clean holes, easy to set up and the screws go in just as you would expect. Bad news there was it made for a weak joint. My first thought was maybe I didn’t measure it right, so I double checked it and I was right on the money. My second thought was the screws themselves. I replaced them with a different brand of screws and it made a very firm connection. So my recommendation here would be to invest in screws in the size you most commonly use, but invest in better screws. So far so good. Then I went to try a 1 1/2 inch board, no can do for a couple reasons. One you have to go buy a special 7 inch drill bit. Secondly the base locks into all the other size board thickness, but not the 1 1/2. So while it says it can do up to 1 1/2, I would say don’t use for 1 1/2 inch boards. You can do it, but it not as good there as it was for 3/4 inch. I also found adding a pocket hole into a pre-exsisting joint to tighten it up clumsy at best. So if your plan is to put pocket holes into wood 1 inch thick or smaller, this jig is easy to use and will do the job you want it to. For thicker boards, you will have to fork out for another drill bit and I also recommend investing in better screws.
Overall good tool. I do have some reservations on how long it will last. Each time I used it so...
Overall good tool. I do have some reservations on how long it will last. Each time I used it some of the gray plastic was cut as well leaving me to believe over time the guide holes will get much bigger. Also I found the included dowels won’t work for me, I’ll get a full dowel stick and use a chisel or multi tool to cut them off flush. The angle was not right and would have needed a lot of filler.
The tool is very easy to use and I highly recommend that you clamp the jig in place tightly so that it does not wonder when first drilling.
The drill bit is very sharp and worked great for me and it was great to have everything in one case. To hold more screws I think I’ll cut out more of the foam. Also I ended up pushing the Allen wrench into the foam so it would not get lost.
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