I’d really disliked the ragged edges of my pocket screw holes even though I’d reground my bit for better cutting. The battery drills I’d been using were maybe 1300 RPM at best. The cut from a corded drill was better but not what I’d hoped for. I didn’t have a 3000 RPM drill so I went to Harbor Freight and got a clumsy 3000 RPM clunker for about $10.00. The higher rpm made a big difference so If you’re not satisfied with the pocket hole cut with a slower RPM drill, try it with a higher speed drill.
Pocket screw holes
- Thread starter bob vaughan
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I would hope that tip would accompany all new Kreg pocket hole drilling products.
I'm going to keep my eyes open a good used 3000 RPM drill now that I know the value of the higher RPM.
I kept a corded drill for many years, preferring it in the workshop. Sadly, the plastic case cracked after about 25 years. Guess now I have a good reason to get another. Thanks.
Most of the time, a shredded rim pocket hole won't matter but sometimes it rankles me to know the detail could have been better with little or no more effort. Below is an example of where a hole may be observed. This is a child's table base that attaches to a plastic laminate covered plywood top . Its not likely to be seen but I'll still know its there and it bothers me slightly.
This is what a well done pocket hole should look like. A 1950s H mahogany table. The angle used here would not work well for making boxes and that is the forte of today's realm of pocket screws.
hmm good to know. i know castle cuts the pocket with with a router then drills just a pilot hole,
Good tip Bob. Can you give us some advice on regrinding the bits to cut better?
Thank you Bob. I have several of those bits that need sharpening. Might as well do them right.
