Customer Reviews

Kreg SML-C125 1-1/4-Inch No. 2 Coarse Screw (1000-Pack)

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I had read a review that stated they were using the fine screws for everything. I found that when using soft pine, and more importantly into plywood, the fine screws were on the edge of getting the job done. All you had to do was remove one of the screws and reinsert it, to see what I mean. In my opinion getting the coarse screws, and the fine screws is essential.
These screws have a very sharp tip on them, and the shaft thickness is thin as well. Consequently you do not need to pre-drill unless you are using them close to an edge of a soft wood. In that condition the thin edge can bulge a little.
The great thing about pocket hole screws is their convenience, and strength especially when used in pairs. You will find your self using these more and more often. I even use them on straight joinery by drilling with a forstner bit to create a straight pocket, then go right in with the pocket hole screws. Admittedly by using the kreg jig, and getting an angled installation is stronger than going in straight. The angle prevents tugging on just the threads, but rather creates strength by having to pull the angled shaft through the wood. That is a lot stronger except in the rare condition of pressure being exerted at the direct angle of insertion-not likely.
Their is some difference of opinion as to whether it is advisable to use glue in conjunction with pocket hole screws. One camp states that since the screws hold so well when done in pairs, that you do not need to use glue. Additionally, that gives you the option of being able to remove the joint, in the event you need to resize for example, or disassemble for shipping. Additionally their argument states that since the pocket hole screw system holds so tight, any glue that is put in the seam will be squeezed out.
The other camp feels that for security purposes, gluing and screwing is the way to go. In the book, "Building Kitchen Cabinets" by Udo Schmidt (an excellent book by the way) the author states, "The expense of a pocket hole-drilling jig will easily be repaid in the time you save assembling face frames.
So if you are contemplating getting the Kreg jig assembly, it comes highly recommended. If you are thinking about buying the screws, I recommend you getting the coarse and fine screws in the 1 1/4" format, since they are useful for joining 3/4" wood. Additionally you should get the screw kit with a variety of different length screws for those times when you are dealing with different stock thickness.
In a recent magazine doing a run off of different manufacturers pocket hole jigs, Kreg took first place in every size jig-first place across the board. Hope this helps.

These are great screws in their own right. I love them for pocket hole joinery but I also am using them to hang new windows. The self tapping is terrific, the pan head does not go through the plastic flashing, the the square drive holds the screw securely while I am one handed drilling them while hanging onto the ladder! I do not think they are weatherproof but after flashing and the trim, they will be protected enough. High quality screws, never have had one strip one me and the self tapping has NEVER caused the board to split even right near the edge.

These screws work really good with Kreg's drill bit with pilot hole tip (3/8" diameter). It is self boaring so it doesn't split the wood. The coarse one works for soft wood like pine and plywood. Use fine screws for hard wood. Wish these screws were a little cheaper.

I got these screws because I anticipate using them for some pocket hole joinery in some pine I have. But I've been using them left and right since they arrived, so I'm sure glad I got the 1000 pack.

I have historically used the "wood screws" sold at home centers, etc, which generally have a Phillips head and a fairly thick shank. The problem is you have to drill the right sized pilot hole or the head strips fairly easily when the going gets tough.

These "pocket hole" screws seem to have a much thinner shank and deeper threads (at least on the coarse ones) so they screw in much easier. Plus the square (Robertson?) drive is much better that Phillips for holding on and not stripping.

I suppose they are weaker in some dimension than the wood screws, but how much strength do you need?

I have YET to break a KREG screw off doing something. They just work. What more can a person want in woodworking? I wouldn't use anyone else's screw for pocket hole joinery.

Best to buy in bulk if you find yourself using one particular size. The more you buy of them the more you save. It's a nice way to join wood and hide the joinery as well.

Love Kreg tools and accessories, HATE the new screws with square/phillip head. Received box of SML-C125 (1000 pack) with it's labeling stating square drive. Very disappointed that Kreg didn't label and inform customers of new style before ordering on amazon. Screws are to sloppy on square head bit(brand new). Prone to stripping.

Great pockets screws. Work great in soft wood which I use a lot. Stick with the fine ones for hard wood.

Just got the kreg system not long ago and I don't know how I did without them. I have used it several times and the whole set up is great quality.
These screws are such good quality I would never consider using anything
else.

Good screws which work good in hard wood, soft wood, and plywood. I like to use these for my cabinet frames. Although they aren't cheap, they work well and are quite strong. I do use the fine screws on some hard oaks, but I find the coarse are versitile and will work in most anything.

I just finished my 5000 piece box of Kreg Coarse 1 1-4 screws, which was purchased from Amazon earlier this year, and I needed a couple hundred more. So I thought this 1000 pack would be just fine. I was a little surprised when I open it and find a different style screw and screw head. These don't grab as well as the screws I just used up. The old screws would bury themselves through a piece of pine if you let them. These will strip out sometimes. But my major complaint is the Square-Phillips Combination head in these screws. The square drive does not hold as well as in my last square drive only screws. The fit of the "square" part of the pocket is not as accurate and leads to a sloppy fit. I also wanted the square only for my application and was not happy to find this subsisted without any mention in the description.