Pocket Hole Jig

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[DIGS16]

is there any way to make pocket holes without the use/buying of a jig?

[AsktheBuilder]

@DIGS16 Yes. You hold the drill at the angle I show and just do it. If you succeed, PLEASE tape a video showing how in the world you're making it happen without the drill slipping.

[limetwig2007]

I keep having problems joining pieces with pocket holes because the pieces slide when I screw them down.

Is this just a clamping issue? Do other people have this problem?

[AsktheBuilder]

Yes. It's a clamping issue. Clamp pieces tight and in correct position until all screws are driven.

[deezynar]

@DIGS16

Pocket holes used to be made w/ a chisel. You 1st make a 'V' shaped stop cut that the screw head will butt against. Then cut a 'V' shaped channel down to the stop cut. 3 planes come together at right angles. Drill a pilot hole & you're ready to go.  It's not as neat looking, but just as functional.

[theStormaftertheCalm]

So far, I'm seeing these pocket-hole videos being mostly marketing videos to convince in the usage of the jig. Need more vids that cover not only a demo of the jig but info of the thickness of the pieces involved, where the exit screw hole should end up. Should the exit hole end up in the center of the piece getting the pocket hole or should the exit hole end up on the edge of the piece? The marketing time is over, time to get down to the details people. LOL

[DIGS16]

@AsktheBuilder okay so its was more diffucult than thought, only bc my drill press didnt have enough space between the chuck and base

[universe5364]

Can I use a pocket jig to connect two pieces of mitered plywood cut at 45 degree angles ? I am a beginner making canvas stretcher bars / frames for art work.

[woodentoolcompany]

@hswrestlingfan They are nice screws!

[woodentoolcompany]

@AsktheBuilder I use all drywall screws and have for years...if I dont tighten them up to much they are fine..but if you dont mind the extra expense I would recomend using the proper screws as well. THey do grab a bit better..and like you said the proper ones dont split the wood as easy....I still plan on using drywall though..Hope you drop over have a look at what I have been up to with pocketholes. Wayne

[AsktheBuilder]

@woodentoolcompany I've discovered you should really use the screws provided by the manufacturer. They are designed to not split the wood and to work perfectly with the jig drill bit.