Kreg KJD Replacement Twist Step Drill Bit for Kreg Manual-Pocket Hole Systems

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The Kreg KJD Replacement Drill Bit is designed for pocket hole joinery. It has a small tip with a clearance hole for the screw shank and a large diameter that makes a flat-bottom hole for screw heads. This bit is recommended for use with corded high-rpm drills.

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The Kreg KJD Replacement Drill Bit is designed for pocket hole joinery. It has a small tip with a clearance hole for the screw shank and a large diameter that makes a flat-bottom hole for screw heads. This bit is recommended for use with corded high-rpm drills.

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 2 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00002240L
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: KJD
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,940 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #21 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tool Accessories > Jigs

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's good to have a backup, March 11, 2004

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Bob Feeser "MillCrafters.com" (Springfield, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kreg KJD Replacement Twist Step Drill Bit for Kreg Manual-Pocket Hole Systems (Tools & Home Improvement)

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.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars High speed steel, high polish, very sharp, December 6, 2008

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This review is from: Kreg KJD Replacement Twist Step Drill Bit for Kreg Manual-Pocket Hole Systems (Tools & Home Improvement)

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.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kreg pocket hole bit, January 4, 2007

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Robert F. Leroux "Handmade-Buy" (Ogdensburg, New York United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kreg KJD Replacement Twist Step Drill Bit for Kreg Manual-Pocket Hole Systems (Tools & Home Improvement)

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.