China tools Ep. 21. Pocket hole Jig In-Depth review
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- Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
- In-depth reviews of China woodworking tools episode 21
This video is about an Xk2 pocket hole jig. It is an In-Depth review with all the good and the bad.
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!THE WINNER ACTION OF MY POCKET HOLE JIG IS OVER!
Products in this video:
XK2 pocket hole jig. Coupon code for $ 59,99 BGwood03
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Atomstack 30W laser engraving machine
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Discount coupon code for $ 249.00 BGlaser01
Drill guide insert replacement part
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Bushing replacement part
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Pocket hole clamp big
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Products I use in my workshop!
Clamps:
Micro jig clamps
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Axminster Trade Hold down clamps
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Bessey KRE parallel clamps
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Festool products:
Festool Kapex
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Festool Router
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Festool Domino
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Router table
Router
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Router Lift
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The material used for my workbench is Black MDF: Black MDF, something similar to Valchromat.
I get it from here: (Netherlands) www.af.nl/voor.... Black MDF.
For more info about Black MDF: see my website: hookedonwood.o...
A few products from this review were sent to me by Banggood for testing. This does not mean that I do get all my products. I review also a lot of products I bought myself. I started these reviews because from my experience not every tool from China was worth buying. So I wanted to make in-depth reviews to show you which products you should consider and which product you better leave alone. The fact that Banggood sent me products occasionally does not change the way I make my reviews.
I still give in-depth reviews and give you my honest opinion! On this, you can count on! I have a good experience with Banggood.com and they have a lot of woodworking tools nicely organized on their site.
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Products I use in my workshop
Table saw with dust system: Harvey HW110GL Europe edition with sliding table
Harvey / Axminster trade S-12 overhead blade guard
Dust extraction: HBM 200 Oneida Super dust deputy 6”
Workbench: Incra master-R-router lift AEG 1400w router Incra 25" SL positioner with Wonder Fence Drill press: Jet JDP 15B
Miter saw: Festool Kapex 60
Different links to products I use Clamps: Axminster trade hold down clamps Piher Rail guide clamps Micro Jig dovetail clamps Bessey parallel clamps Axminster trade parallel clamps Push blocks Micro Jig Gripper Incra Push block
Thank you for viewing.
Best regards, Dennis
Hello, I'm 71 living in California USA. I have a grandson (6 years ) who loves to play with my tools. But at that age there are only a few tools I would trust him to use. A pocket hole jig would be the perfect start for him learn joint making. It will be past on to him when I am gone (along with my other tools), not to mention I would love to have one. Great channel by the way. It's hard to find good tools at a reasonable price.
Dennis. You have been an inspiration for hobbyist and ppl getting started. Would love to win this as a way to feel proud that you have been an awesome mentor
The colour scheme reminds of a Douglas Adams quote “It’s the wild colour scheme that freaks me,” said Zaphod whose love affair with this ship had lasted almost three minutes into the flight, “Every time you try to operate on of these weird black controls that are labelled in black on a black background, a little black light lights up black to let you know you’ve done it. What is this? Some kind of galactic hyperhearse?”. Black is so cool and I would use it until the end of time.
Doing this series on Chinese tools was an inspired idea, Dennis, and I've really enjoyed watching them.
I'm part way through a house refurbishment and have a kitchen and wardrobes to build soon, so this jig would be extremely useful!
Hey Dennis! I think it's great what you're doing here, not just this generous giveaway but your helpful & insightful reviews on the many tools we've all looked at and been contemplating whether to buy or not. You've probably saved thousands of dollars for a lot of us. Thanks again!
I'd love to have that jig not just for the obvious reasons of it's functionality and usefulness but mostly because it's a one of one item designed and built directly by you! Thanks in advance if am lucky enough to be selected as the winner. And if not, good luck & congrats to whoever the winner is -
Thanks Dennis!
My daughter and I are scheduled to take a cabinetmaking class together soon. Then next summer I will travel to Sweden where she and her husband have bought an old farmhouse and we will make custom cabinets for the kitchen and bathroom. This jig would be a huge help for this family project.
I've just become a fan of your channel in the last 6 months or so. I really appreciate what you do to show that not all of these type tools are cheap. You've shown that you can find good quality tools for less expensive prices. Thanks for what you do!
i would like this jig, to renovate and make new furniture. Keep up the good work with the channel!
I am starting into wood working and find it very satisfying when I complete a project. My mother-in-law found some plans for a project she would like me for her. The project requires a pocket hole jig and of course, I do not own one. I have been doing lots of research to find one that would work well and be of good quality. Your reviews are of a great help.
Thank you for creating such wonderful, informative reviews and great content.
Heel erg geïnteresseerd in deze tool. Als beginnende woodworker is het altijd handig om nieuwe tools toe te kunnen voegen wat het werk toch een stuk makkelijker maakt.
I think pocket hole jigs are extremely handy to have it would make jointing boards a lot easier and I would be very happy to own one!
Thank you for the opportunity!
We just bought a house and I would use ist to make nice fourniture for my two boys! So I would be really happy to get the jig. Nice Video, as always. Stay healthy everybody!
Hi Dennis!
My name is Pablo. I have proposed to equip my workshop as well as possible in order to build the furniture for my new house. I thank you very much for the time you have taken to evaluate the products, it has made me very useful for the acquisition of many of them in fact it is only thanks to you that I gave Bangood the opportunity and although not all the products have arrived they have always given me a satisfactory solution. I would love for that already personalized piece to be part of my new workshop. receives an affectionate greeting from Pablo Castro, a Mexican working in Malaysia
I use pocket holes in a lot of my projects (Kreg). I travel a lot this would a great addition to my tools. I've been watching Hook on Wood and your China tools reviews for 6 months now.
Really amazing. This Pockethole-Jig is exactly what I was searching for the build of a large bathroom cabinet.
Hi Dennis, I'm about to begin the build of an assembly table, and have been collecting some of the tools, you have recommended. The Kreg K4 jig has been recommended by many, but I just can't justify about $100.00 for something made primarily of plastic. So, thank you for finding and reviewing a much more affordable option, that's NOT plastic! I would be honored to own the jig you are offering, because of the base you have created for it. I've seen a bit of your work and appreciate your attention to detail, quality and precision. Plus black MDF is so very rare in the States. I'm hooked on "Hooked on Wood"! Thanks for all the hard work you put into these videos, to help us newbies.
Hi Dennis. This last year I got into woodworking. I built my wife a pergola and ended up getting hired by some neighbors to build a custom swing. While those big projects were fun, I found that I am more interested in doing furniture and smaller projects that require more detail. I’ve been watching your channel over this last year and have been keenly interested in your workbenches as well as how detailed your reviews and projects are in general. I do not have a pocket hole drill tool in my shop setup yet, so that is something I would truly appreciate!
With that said, I would also ask that you to do more project videos on your channel. Thanks for your great content!
Very Respectfully Dave
Getting back into woodwork after a career in engineering. started making bird tables and nesting boxes to donate to friends and neighburs. This jig would be a big step up for my projects.
Thanks for all the videos.
I bet this item has gone now but my reason for wanting this item is that at the age of 65 I have found my vocation. I have always liked wood from a very young age but was never taught how to make things properly or how fa what type of tools to use. With your programs I have found my love for Wood again and want to start making lovely things with Wood. Sorry for my rant but I truly have found my love for carpentry and will be looking to go back to school to learn more. P.s thanks for showing us how to use these wonderful tools. Kind regards Don Kent
I would love this because it looks so much faster to set up each hole unlike the mini jig I have now. Thanks for your videos. They're very detailed and helpful. I've made a couple purchases based on your recommendations.
Hi Dennis! I never win lottery, but have been meaning to write you anyway to express my admiration for your inspiring work. You’ve given the word ‘precision’ a new meaning. Your fairness and an uncompromising sense of taste in everything you do gives a lot of motivation. I am a musician myself, woodworking is only a passion of mine and I’d like to have your pocket jig on the H.o.W platform, so I could build a desk and a chair for my son (4 y.o.) and begin a journey of furniture making - something that’s been on my mind for as long as I remember myself. Thanks for sharing your mastery!
Hi Dennis, your jigs are "piece of art" . Everyone would want one !
Hi Dennis, I love what your doing for us that making things that makes our life better and easier 👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👌👌👌👌
Yes I’d love to have your gift firs because it will make me understand woodworking jigs better and second it’s an honor for me to get such a beautiful peace of useful tools from you ,,,,👍 thank you so much for the opportunity 🙏
Hi Dennis, I've been searching for a pocket hole jig like this one for 2 years now. Never really knew about them untill I decided to make a kitchen with face frame and inset doors. That's when I realized I have to have one in order to finish my project, but there nothing like that in my country to rent or borrow except for wolfcraft one from a friend of a friend but it is not easy to use and you have to compensate a lot with different manouvres to achieve repeated results.... The project is still in stand by, so yes I really want the jig and the wife really wants the kitchen done already :)
I bought a couple of tools from Banggood before I found your videos, Dennis, so I have followed your reviews to see what else you thought were good buys. I have since bought a few things based on your recommendations and am very pleased with the results. I have to confess I have never used pocket holes to make joints so seeing your test was very interesting. I'm planning a media cupboard for all the kit that goes with a home theatre so may try pocket holes for some of this build.
Dennis, Winter Weather took its toll on my shop and the wall came off the foundation... its a nightmare and its looking like a year before i will get it replaced... my passion of woodworking has been put on hold and i have a 24x24 shop to store away.
Good luck to wins this Jig...
Thanks for the series Dennis, i feel very informed when i watch your stuff.
Just found your channel yesterday and have been binge watching starting with the China tools episodes. Love your workmanship on your table and the base for this pockethole jig. Would be a great addition to anyone’s shop.
I have watched every one of your China tools episodes and have purchased a few of the items from Banggood because of you and your reviews. I would love to have this pocket hole jig as I am refinishing my shop/ garage and would make a permanent place for it almost like a trophy 🏆. It would be one of the highlights of the shop and very useful in the cabinetry construction too.
Love your viewpoints, Jim
Never thought I wanted a pocket hole jig till watching your review. Brilliant. Would love one 👍
Thank you 😊
My only disappointment is that it comes without any instructions and I don't find any download available. Thanks to Dennis demonstration, the questions I had were answered in this review. Good job Dennis!
I have never used a pocket hole jig but have built many cabinets and such using traditional methods. I would love to try it.
I have a cheap pocket hole jig only for clamping, after first use I stayed away from pocket holes because it was a hassle to use. With this nice setup I would improve a lot my capabilities
I love your attention for details, that is amazing. I love the way you cut t track at the same angle as the base. Your videos are very interesting and it is a pleasure to watch it.
I am retired making projects for the house . I am impressed with the quality you have in your product, I would like to be the lucky one to get your jig. Would make joint making a good deal.
That pocket hole jig looks nice, it would look nice in my hand and on my work table. You are doing a great service to the woodworking world. Thank you !
After watching all your China Tools videos, I truly value your opinion and I am positive you have saved me a LOT of money. I have also pointed several friends to your reviews and they too are very excited when a new video is released. Thanks so very much and please continue doing an outstanding job.
Thanks to you Dennis I've now spend 4 hours of my life trying to find Black MDF for the same price you get it for in the Netherlands ;) Without any joy I may add. The precision of your work and eye for detail is something I've tried to emulate, so thanks.
"trying" is always hard. A shame it has no happy end. Have a nice weekend
Hi Dennis. A few days ago I found your channel and watched all of your videos. I like this China Tools series and your honest verdicts. It seems that some of these tools are worth it.
And your workshop is great. I like it. It looks very nice, clean and extremely stylish. And all these small ideas and solutions for normal every day problems. Great!
At the moment I am also building my own workshop from scratch in the cellar of our recently built house. I can tell, there are MANY drawers to build to organize the whole workshop. Drawers are way better than normal cabinet doors. So I really would appriciate to win this cool and stylish pimped pocket hole jig.
Stay as you are and keep on making such great videos. I am looking forward to your next video.
Not much to say...just admire all the videos and slowly I am buying every good tool you recommend, and this one is my next
Love your videos. Very high quality. And here is my score. Quality, 5 stars. Value, 5 stars. Content, 5 stars. Usefulness, 5 stars. I love pocket hole screws and I never win anything, so I will give it a good home.
Never owned a pocket hole jig but adding it to my toolset would definately improve things. Loved the good old fashioned pull test and when the clamp slipped i thought it had gone initially.
I would love the base because it’s beautifully made and I’ve always loved your black MDF!! 😂
Thanks Dennis. Another great test. I didn’t realise how much stronger pocket hole connections were until watching your video. I already have a Kreg pocket hole jig so will be very interested to watch your next video on clamps when it comes out. I really liked the laser engraver result. That will give your projects an added level of professionalism adding your logo. Stay safe and I look forward to the next one. Cheers 👍🏻
Just started my journey into woodworking and finding your videos inspirational, I'm hoping to convert a Leyland Daf T244 for a long tour/expedition learning the skills to do the woodworking myself rather than not finding the joy in the whole process. Once again many thanks, the jig would have a lovely home and would make me very happy.. Stuart
I would love to get that jig and platform. It will come in handy for an upcoming project making a bed, and it just looks beautiful. Also, it would be nice to have, because I love watching your videos. So that will be another reason to smile every time I use the jig and the base/platform.
Hi dennis, i found your channel completely randomly a few months ago and I must say I got hooked on your channel with the first video I watched. At the same time my brother started working on wood projects out of my parents basement so I recommended him your channel, which brought him to banggood. He is now complaining often to me that because of you and me he has a huge wishlist there which he can't afford... But he's taking on bigger projects for neighbours and friends and with the money earned buying a few tools each time. The other day he told me he was waiting for your final recommendation on pockethole jigs and would try to buy one as assembling furniture without one is really a chore. I think he would be extatic if he got one from you with your gorgeous black mdf styling and the superb logo.
Anyway thanks for making all those videos for us to enjoy, you've become my favorite wood related channel.
Cheers from Luxembourg
Ik ben erg blij met China Tools serie. Er zijn zoveel dingen te koop dat je door het bomen het bos niet meer kan zien. Dankzij jou expertise, gepaste zorgvuldigheid en vooral ook eerlijkheid zorg je ervoor dat de beginnende woodworker op een betaalbare manier toch hele goede tools kan kopen. Keep on the good work!
I am planning to build a tiny house and next to build normal house... And I think a lot of inside items I will build by myself,.so this could be very useful item. I very like your addition to it - it will help to keep the pattern of the holes shifts.
Today I just watched the whole China Tools series in one go. You make some great reviews! Ordered a few tools from Aliexpress and Banggood before viewing your videos few weeks back, so I am happy that the quality of them is not actually bad at all. Looking forward to seeing your new videos! Best Regards from Prague!
I was just looking over this the other day and think it would be a great addition to my new garage woodshop.
I like the ease of using pocket holes (within their limitations) and your testing shows how they can vary from model to model, both the advantages and disadvantages. It has made me realise I need a better jig than the one (unamed brand) I currently use. Your version would make a really good addition to my workshop.
I would love the pocket hole jig for my home project. Shelfs, boxes, drawers and stuff. Love the channel, and have seen every China woodworking tools episodes :-) Your honesty when testing the tools is very appreciative.
Because I just start to work on wood, I like to get a good start. And your pocket hole platform will be a good addition on my starter kit! Greatings and keep up the good reviews!
I'm so happy I found your channel! I've been using Banggood for a few years to get parts for building FPV drones but I had no idea they had all of these great woodworking tools.
This jig looks like it works great and you made it even better with that base.
We're moving to a new home later this year and I would love to add this to my new workshop space where I plan to learn how to build some furniture and useful items for our new home.
I would love it to replace the unusable one I got previously. It arrived looking like it had been driven over by a lorry. And also to have something sporting your logo in my workshop. Keep up the great work!
From one hook on wood fellow to another, that would be the perfect addition to my apartment shop. Specially here in Brazil where we don't have easy access to those kind of tools! Not mentioning the fact that comes with your logo, witch I am a fan.
Thanks!
Hi Denis , I was literally blown away by the comparison you made, I 'm not a big fan of pocket hole joinery because of the ugly side but I will consider using it when strength is necessary. thanks 😊
I want the jig because Dennis Is a boss. I want a hooked on wood exclusive to add to my shop. Your videos are some of my favorites. I loved that you have a force measuring meter. Another great video.
I’d like the pocket hole jig as when I finally get my own workshop I’m going to build with Black MDF too as like the look of yours so much. Meaning this jig would fit in perfectly and I can mount other jigs to a matching base to make them interchangeable into my bench
Good Morning from South Africa, never owned a pocket hole jig, would be able to do many projects successfully. Thank you for a great video
this is another nice episode for me as Filipino that could not afford an expensive tools from the west, this is a very nice option however it is still expensive for me. thanks for sharing good option for woodworking tools.
Great insight video for the usefulness of pocket-hole joinery. Having a useful piece of equipment along with your logo would be a great addition to my workshop.
Pocket holes are a technique I always wanted to do, your jig would make doing it very practical and elegant. Thank you for the wonderful video.
My woodworking hero has done it again... Your videos are my inspiration on starting up woodworking and in the process of making my own shop. My girlfriend has been forced to see your videos, even though she has no interest in woodworking at all, but I can't stop showing your work and the quality, integrity and superb design on your videos. I really hope to win the jig, having a tool from the master in my future shop, would be beyond imagination...
I like to look at your channel as inspiration to create my own workplace. The Jig would be a nice addition.
I love these Video Series. I have to build complete new cabinets for my private workshop, this would help a lot.
I would like one to build a table saw bench. And a custom made P.H. jigg would be awsome. Keep up the good work.
I'm just getting started in woodworking and on a very tight budget. I really appreciate and enjoy your helpful videos on different tools.
I just got the XK2 that I ordered after watching this video. Really nice product. Thanks for the review!
I really like your series and am working on bathroom vanities and an entertainment canter where this tool would come in quite handy. Thanks for your analysis Dennis. I’ve made several purchases from Banggood based on your recommendations.
I just finished the plans for a workbench and a cabinet and would like to use pocket holes to assemble some members. This jig would be very handy!
Hello Dennis, I’m relatively new to your channel but I find you, your style and information on my hobby to be invaluable. I’ve already purchased so many of your 5 star rated tools which I’ve just received. They all look and feel incredible in the hand and I have already used several. I’m working on my own pair of HOW tablesaw zero clearance inserts. I wish to thank you for opening my eyes on improving my dust collection for that item. I would enjoy being your “lucky bastard” to win your pocket hole jig for my shop. Have a great day and I can’t wait for your next video.
I've finally started fulfilling the dream of building out a wood shop and I have so much shop furniture to create. This tool would be fantastic as I was going to need something similar in the very near term anyway. Win or lose, I've really enjoyed a ton of the content you've made and have gotten a lot of inspiration from your ideas and tool choices. So thanks for the content and keep it up.
I was looking for a pocket hole jig for a long time, but nobody sell it on my country. I would love to have it. Thanks for your videos they are very informative I already got most of your recommendations
I've been going over all your videos and recommendations for pocket hole jigs as I am embarking on a cabinet making binge for a home remodel.
I absolutely love all your videos and I love that workbench as well. The black mdf looks so sharp!
I'm very new to woodworking and will be retiring from my working life in 3 years. I'm very impressed with your projects and the practical advice you provide. I would be over the moon to start my future hobby with your self made pocket hole jig. Regardless of my winning or not, I look forward to seeing your future videos.
I have never used a pocket hole jig, but I want to. I plan to build a version of your workbench and a pocket hole jig would make it much easier!
I have watched all your video's, very educational. I have ordered several of the item you reviewed. The jig would come in handy indeed in building my bookcase.
I like the idea of the added strength of placing screws closer together which is sometimes needed.
Glad they took comments on usability and insert thickness into account and made a new one. Also nice that there are replaceable inserts! Nice review man
Your beautiful modification of the jig tool would be perfekt for me to build my first workshop.
Another great video Dennis. I've purchased several "China Tools" based on your videos. Keep making them.
Hi Dennis, your jigs are made with very high quality and precision. I would love to have one. keep producing the great content. Best wishes from Ireland 🇮🇪
Have not seen a better jig... thanks for your awesome vids. 👍🤞🏻
I bought the XK2 because of your review. And its awesome. Thanks Dennis. Nice regards from Vietnam!!
I recently found your channel with this video. I was intrigued and continued with some more. I find your reviews very well done. This pocket hole jig appears to be a well designed and well built product that would greatly improve my projects. Please keep reviewing products.
Your workshop is great ... and so that there is a little of your shine in my workshop, I would like the pocket hole jig
I have watched all videos of yours and really enjoy your analysis of the products. Your workmanship on products you build is excellent. I wish the black mdf was available in Houston, Texas. It makes for an attractive cabinet and jigs. Keep up the excellent work.
I'm want to learn more about pocket holes but don't have the money for a nice jig I currently use a homemade jig. Thank you for your information on the subject I found it helpful
I bought the Yo-Mo jig, but the upgraded version because of your recommendation, and I'm happy with it. Thanks a lot.
And off course I want it, having two jig wouldn't hurt. lol
I want it because I can’t help but being hooked on wood!
On a series note thank you so much for your content and reviews I Love this series it’s been an amazing help when making purchases and setting up my in progress home workshop.
Watching you review the banggood tools has been a revelation. I have purchased a few items from your lists and will continue watching your channel. I have just been asked to build kitchen cabinets for my wife (we are both nurses) and would really like to use your jig. all the best :)
I would definitely gain productivity from such a great tool (and beautiful base). Moreover, I'm a big fan of your work and channel. Always a clean and engineered approach which I appreciate. Keep on doing nice videos. Yohann from France.
I am building a new home and could use the jog for the tons of cabinets I need to make. Great content thank U
I found your channel a couple of months back and I have found the China Tools reviews to be extremely helpful. There is a lot of junk or sub par kit out there and so anything rated highly by you is worth having. Thanks for taking the time to produce these very useful videos. I check here now before I buy anything to see what rating you have given it. Many Thanks.
Could a person ever have too many tools? I think not! Another educational video, Thanks.
I have used various jigs and this seems like it’s a great quality jig. I also like your in depth reviews of tools. Watched 21 so far!
What you said about quality and price is true. I've encountered the same issues while looking for a doweling jig that worked the way I wanted it to.
Almost all of them are made in China and the quality varies greatly. You can get them from the US (which China appears to just copy) but the prices are astronomical in comparison.
I've half a house to renovate and have lots of built-in cabinets to build - I would love that jig. Great review and great channel.
I want it just because it looks so much cooler than my setup. When friends come over, I’ll ask if they want to come to my garage to see my pocket hole jig.
They’ll be like, “you’re what!?” And before they call the cops, I’ll explain to them it is not what it sounds like. It’s in fact a woodworking tool.
Then when they see it they’ll be like, “ahhhhh. That’s a sweet jig.”
Hi Dennis, I really like your China Tools videos. There is so many rubbish you'll find on these websites. So, to see whether it's worth ordering a tool or not, your videos are perfect. Thank you!
As for the pockethole jig... I really like the platform and your design elevates the jig to a next leve, nice job! And the laser engravings are the icing on the cake.
I really hope you will reviw the laser engraving machine in a video.
Keep on rocking, Dennis, you're doing a great job!