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 It's good to have a backup March 11, 2004
Bob Feeser (Springfield, PA USA)
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
I purchased the Kreg Pro Pack unit, that comes with this bit. My feeling is that since it is the only one, if for any reason I am in the middle of a project and the tip breaks, or I have any other problem with it, I don't want to be left standing while I wait for another one. So I bought it as a backup.
This bit does a great job, and the Kreg pocket hole systems won top of class award in every category in a recent run off by one of the top woodworking magazines. They won in every size, and every model from the mini on through to the professional bench top.
I don't really anticipate having a problem with the drill bit, but when doing this for a living, you need a parachute, in the event the unusual happens. This bit is built strong, and is rather large, so breakage is not likely, but the tip that protrudes on the end is a lot smaller, and that could possibly break. Additionally, if you are pocket holing all day, the bit could dull, and that would requires a replacement.
Overall highly recommended.
Top Tools March 10, 2006
Gary Strothenke (Adirondacks, NY)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Outstanding tool and superior quality. (I needed spare bits - they occasionally dull and on rare occasion, when pushed too hard in very hard wood, the tip may break) I laid my hands on a Kreg Jig about 7 years ago and had to have one. Now it is one of the most used tools in my shop. I build furniture and Cabinets, and have found the quality of my product has increased and the speed of production has trippled. What a Tool, I cannot say enough good about it. Buy one and use it! You will not be sorry.
Kreg pocket hole bit January 4, 2007
Robert F. Leroux (Ogdensburg, New York United States)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Tried other manufacturers but recommend using only this Kreg step drill bit. The metal seems to be harder and the pilot hole a better length than other step drill bits.
This Step Drill Bit Gets The Job Done November 21, 2007
Robert 93940 (California)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
These step bits work very well in the pocket hole jig. However, the small diameter tip can break off if one is not careful, so I keep a spare bit on hand.
High speed steel, high polish, very sharp December 6, 2008
New England Yankee (Northern New England)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
These are tailor-made for drilling pocket holes - not just because of the stepped design, but because of their high-polish, sharpness, and temper. Drilling a lot of pocket holes in a row generates a lot of heat, and these bits hold up to the heat and keep their edge.
If you are replacing a lost bit, be aware that this bit does not include the depth collar, which may be found here: Kreg H9474 Depth Collar w/ Allen® Wrench
Kreg also makes a square shank version, for quick-change bit holders: Kreg Hex Shank Pocket-Hole Drill Bit and a quick change set including the quick-change driving bit: Kreg Quick-Change Pocket-Hole Kit.
Finally, Kreg also makes cobalt steel bits that can be used either in their pocket hole machines or in a hand-held drill. These are exceptionally hard and will hold up to extreme use and high heat. They are expensive, though, and if you are going to use one in a hand-held drill, make sure you buy the right-hand twist version: Kreg DKDB 3/8-Inch Step Twist Drill Bit for Pocket Hole Machines.
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