R3 Jr. Pocket-Hole Jig System - Portable Kreg Pocket-Hole Jig - Easy Clamping & Adjusting - Includes Positioning Sliders - For Materials 1/2" to 1 1/2" Thick

I have been using Kreg jigs for many years now, and have this item's predecessor. While I could not live without it, a few things always bugged me - and they all got fixed in this version. It was enough that purchasing it was a no-brainer. The biggest improvement is the built-in offset lip with markings for all typical lumber sizes. In the old one I had to actually screw the lip that is used to align to the edge of the board on using two screws - and if I was using 2x material, add a spacer using different size screws - and if I was using anything else I had to measure and line it up manually. Good if I was doing a lot of boards, but a real pain for one or two and worse if I was switching back and forth! With this new model, just press in on the tab and slide the gray guide forward until it snaps into place at the mark for the size board I am using. Second, with the lip in place, the Kreg clamp I was using was trapped in the jig and if I wanted to use it for something else, or just put it away, I had to unscrew the lip. Done away with in the new model, there is a spot sized for the clamp that is proud of the jig. Very easy. Third, this comes in a nice little case that holds everything but the clamp. My other was part of a set of Kreg jigs so when I wanted to throw it into the toolbag to go to a work site, I had to put all the parts in, and some would eventually go missing. Now I can put the case into the toolbag, very handy. Fourth, the jig from the old set that showed where to set the drill stop required me to lift the drill out of it in order to get the stop on, and of course it would sometimes slip when I tightened it so I have to recheck and sometimes adjust. Honestly it was such a pain that I got an extra bit and stop just so I could leave one set for 3/4" material and one for 2x material. In the new model the jig is part of the case AND holds the bit at each end, leaving space for the stop so I can tighten it without moving the bit. Clearly Kreg is listening to their customers and making very handy and sensible improvements while maintaining their high quality. Like I said, buying this one even though the old one still works was a no-brainer. Now I'll just set up the old one for 2x material and leave it.

I've used the Kreg R3 Pocket Hole Jig on many woodworking projects over the years, and I can say that it is an excellent tool for anyone looking to get started with pocket hole joinery. Pocket holes are my favorite method of joinery because they are very strong and easy to hide, and the Kreg R3 makes it easy to create professional-looking joints. One of the best things about this jig is its cost-effectiveness. It is an affordable option for anyone who wants to start building furniture or other woodworking projects using pocket holes. The jig is also very easy to use, even for beginners, and comes with clear instructions that make setup and use a breeze. However, one downside is that the square bit can deform if driven with too much power. This can be a problem if you're using a drill that doesn't have adjustable torque settings. However, with a little bit of practice, it's easy to get a feel for the right amount of pressure to apply. Nevertheless, I've found that the drill bit that comes with the jig stays very sharp over time, which is a huge plus. It's also easy to find replacement bits online or at most hardware stores, so you don't have to worry about running out of bits when you need them most. Overall, I highly recommend the Kreg R3 to anyone who wants to start using pocket hole joinery in their woodworking projects. Its cost-effectiveness, ease of use, and ability to create strong and professional-looking joints make it an excellent investment for any DIY enthusiast or professional woodworker.

I had never done a pocket hole before. Doing DIY carpentry. a lot of it. This has really made the difference in crappy quality and amazing looking work. I'm building a walk in closet in this reclamation project of a home I just bought. I've built floor to ceiling closet storage bays, 8 total at about 3ft wide, these corner joints are seamless and as long as your cuts are straight everything is solid and looks professionally done. Then, i built two window storage seats, again a huge help. Now, I'm building the storage island, which is basically two dressers back to back with a shared lid and side coverings. Project after project I'm doing pocket holes. it's so much easier than making biscuit cuts or any other form of corner attachment. What I am liking so far: Compact size, comes with a solid case, and I didn't see this in the listing, but came with a small sample back of screws. Other tools you'd need: I do recommend the Kreg Clamp this is designed to work with the tool and makes the effort of clamping and screwing much easier. Keep it really snug, if you have a light grip you can sometimes have the jig slide around on the board. https://www.amazon.com/Kreg-KHC-PREMIUM-Face-Clamp/dp/B001DC9UR8/ref=pd_bxgy_469_img_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=K8D41RETZYYY99JMZCC9 Final thoughts: It is a little time consuming to move this back and forth all over boards to do multiple holes, but at the same time that makes it versatile. There are other rigs mad by Kreg that would be a little faster. Speed aside, it works well and i've probably drilled about 300 holes with this in the past month.

I purchased the R3 Jr for use on building a hardwood table so I knew I would be putting it to the test from day one. I will say this system clamps things together beautifully. My largest clamps are only 3 foot and having to buy 8 x 48 inch clamps at about 30$ a piece would come to about 240$ just to properly hold my table top together as the glue dried. This effectively saved me about 150$ just in that one instance. Not to mention I was able to immediately raise the table top and move it where I wanted it. The cherry table top is dense and its size 36x72 as listed in the Kreg directions (every 6 inches) requires 11 holes per board which comes to 44 holes. For ease of use I just went to punch them all out in one sitting rather than stopping to glue and screw. On the second board (11 consecutive holes) the bit started to feel snug in the metal sleeve as if heat from the constant friction was causing things to expand and seize up. Naturally to seat the bit properly I spun up the drill a bit and just kept powering through. It wasn't Until I was through that second board (22 holes) that I flipped the jig over and noticed a fracture in the blue plastic that held the metal sleeve in place... which was now about a centimeter or 2 recessed into the jig. I simply switched to the second hole for the rest of the 22 holes and although I experienced the same slight binding of the drill bit I was able to finish without incident. Keep in Mind I was not putting pressure on the drill I was letting it walk itself into the wood as this was my first experience with this Jig so I was being as delicate as possible. Needless to say I am having Amazon replace the jig and I will see how the second jig works for the skirt and legs of the table putting it through the same stress test. *UPDATE* The replacement jig worked perfectly for the next 40 or so holes. Again this jig is what everyone makes it out to be. An amazing tool that makes life much simpler if you never plan to look at the pocketholes.

Kregs purchases are always on point would definitely buy other items from them too

This thing is great! I'd heard about them for years and finally decided to give it a shot. Where has this jig been all my life? I initially tried the one from Sears - complete and total junk. I destroyed piece after piece and it was not adjustable. Then, I bought my little blue buddy... Taking it out of the box it's the typical Kreg stuff - very simple instructions with an idiot proof model. It goes together in about 15 seconds and about 30 seconds later, you're making pocket holes. You'll initially think the holes are oddly spaced, but as soon as you drive the screws in, game on. Nice, tight joints in about a minute. So for the downsides and cautions: First, you'll get a little blue plastic shaving when you use it the first few times. It's just a manufacturing tolerance thing from the injection mold. The holes are new, so some plastic gets in them. It stops after a dozen or so holes. Second, do NOT use this with standard screws - they'll explode the holes and ruin your piece. The Kreg screws are thin and have flat heads to join versus tension. Third, and this is a lesson hard learned, clutch down on your drill. The Kreg screws are insanely sharp and they work VERY well - if you' don't use your clutch, you'll run the screws right through the work piece, even though you're not really supposed to be able to. I ran them right through several 2x4's and a 1x6 with no resistance at all. They're VERY good screws. I've built a garden box, a lumber rack, some firepit benches, and even my own miter saw bench. I then built a tabletop for my sawhorses and a couple jigs - all with a Kreg jig, a Kreg RipCut on my circ saw, and a regular old 10" chop saw. My entire workshop can literally fit in the trunk of my car. I'm glad I got the 250 pack of screws - once you start, you just want to build and build some more!

I am not an expert woodworker, and if you dip your toe into the woodworking world as I have a bit, you will find all sorts of different joinery methods. I dont think anyone will every say that using pocket holes to join wood will result in beautiful furniture. So why get this? Well, i'm not a fine furniture builder. I jsut need to make some basic furniture that looks good and will be reasonably sturdy and durable- cabinets, dressers, shelves, etc. For my purposes, I think using pocket holes to join wood is not only adequate, but perfectly reasonable, as I'm not building anything that I will be leaning, stepping on, or requiring stability or durability for 160+ pounds of weight (that's how much I weigh). I think if I were, it'd still be ok, provided your design your piece accordingly. I am very happy with this purchase- it gives me versatility in joining the pieces I need to build the light furniture around the house- shelves, nightstands, drawers, etc. Its just I wanted, and it's enabled me to build those pieces as a new hobbyist. Obviously, I am now itching to learn more elegant and beautiful joinery methods, but when I need to get things done quickly, pocket holes are the way for me. This kit is well designed, and comes with some screws for you to get started. I would recommend buying extra pocket hole screws from Kreg in advance, so that you dont run out as you're working. The instructions are clear, and as long as you read through them and understand exactly how the system works, it's pretty fail proof. Just know how thick the materials are before you join them, set the kreg jig to that thickness, and use teh right length screws. The instructions detail all these clearly, so you will not have to hunt for the details. once you set the thickness on the jig to match your materials, you simply clamp the jig to the wood, drill two holes (or more if necessary). Once the pocket holes are drilled, use a T square to ensure that the pieces are joined perpendicularly, and use an impact driver to screw in. pretty straightforward. I recommend this product if you're starting to build things with wood, and dont have the tools or time to learn how to make dovetails, or other joinery methods like miters, mortise/tenons, etc. my guess is once you start using pocket holes, you'll naturally want to learn them, so best of luck, and enjoy the ride.

I learned a hard lesson, getting a Vevor jig then it broken after I used it for total of 12 pocket holes on 2x4 wood, simply the quality issues. I immediately ordered the Kreg part, it works so smooth drilling the 2x4 wood, straightforward and continue without problems. This made in USA product is really awesome👍, don't waste $ and energy over CN imported cheaper solutions, not worth for every panny.