How to Use the New Kreg Pocket Hole Jig 720

[@KrisBarber-f8y]

EXCELLENT tutorial, especially for those of us just learning the basics of woodworking. Just what I needed. Thanks!

[@jerrytaylor8889]

Thank you! As a retired Paramedic, trying to get away from Healthcare & high stress, I decided to follow my brother's path in woodworking & carpentry. I taught EMT & Paramedic modules at our local community college, so I'm one of those who not only taught, but learn better by practical hands-on. I learned so much more from this video about my purchase of this device than from its instruction manual, I just had to tell you & say thanks! Your presentation makes it appear as if you've taken a semester in Instructor Methodology, a requirement for us 'old' EMS teachers!

[@HousefulofHandmade]

Thank you, I am glad you liked it. I haven't taking any instructor courses but I did spend a number of years in retail management :)

[@moniquerich5743]

Awesome video!! Thank you so much! I recently purchased this jig and was so excited to start using it. I found your video and was so pleased how very thorough you were when explaining how to use the jig.

[@afpitbull60]

Excellent stuff. I'm a newbie. Really enjoyed learning about the Kreg 720 Pro.

[@dianas514]

My 720 Pro arrived yesterday. Watched quite a few videos before I bought. My husband, a retired carpenter, has one of the original Kregs but I decided for the projects I plan to do this one made sense. Great video. Thank you!

[@MikeC19100]

Thanks for this overview of the Kreg 720 Pro. You covered all the basics nicely and it helps seeing them in practice with your drilling into a couple of different board sizes. One suggestion: when you showed the line with a circle center mark the 2 second view wasn't near enough time to demonstrate what it should look like. Trying to stop the video on that short frame is challenging too, so it would help to leave that type of shot on screen for 5-6 seconds minimum and maybe even add an arrow to those frames so it's easier to see for anyone not familiar with that added feature.

[@naesanhurley]

Awesome video. I had no idea how to assemble and where to start. Definitely helps! Thanks

[@HousefulofHandmade]

I am glad it helps. I use it on almost every project, it is fantastic!

[@michaeldequatro1012]

Great video. I just started to use mine and I was a little confused on where to put the collar and how to use that blue thingy :) But now I know and you taught me better than any other KZbinr. Thanks

[@HousefulofHandmade]

I am very happy to have helped!

[@themedhunter]

Super helpful video, thanks! Great product

[@0s0n3gr0]

Great tutorial. I used it as a refresher before starting a big job. You rock!

[@denzotorres1918]

Really great video. I have had my Kreg 700 for months and have not used it because I didn't quite understand how it all worked. After this video, I went to the shop and got productive. No offense to the Kreg manual, but this was hugely valuable. Thanks! And keep'em coming.

[@Magnify.Church]

Very well produced video. You did a fantastic job explaining all the important elements and details. Thank you!

[@Far_Dad]

Kreg keeps impressing me with their innovation!

[@HousefulofHandmade]

me too!

[@bawtreerd]

What a great design Great presentation too

[@keithwilliamson236]

Just bought the 720. Good tutorial.

[@guitarist2b]

Very thorough explanation!! Just what I was looking for!!

[@valerieniles8452]

Thank you so much for this video! This is my second power tool purchase and I was feeling very intimidated until now! Off to the shop!

[@loramcclamrock5549]

clear explanations and thorough. Thanks!!

[@philbrunet3130]

Very good presentation !! Looking forward to more of your videos !! Thanks !! Phil

[@HousefulofHandmade]

Thank you!

[@ericbauer4897]

Thanks for the video. I got the 720 a couple weeks ago, and am about to do some projects while on vacation this week. You answered a question I was going to ask about using 2x4s with in the first few minutes. Learned something too, I had no idea 2x4s are actually 1.5x4. I'm very much an amateur, and a new homeowner (1st), so I'll be back to view other videos.

[@elliottpeabody1287]

Actually, a "nominal" size 2x4 is actually 1 1/2 x 3 1/2.

[@foreverandadave]

Thanks a bunch! I'm new to woodworking and recently got one of these... your video was very helpful!

[@waynegaskell]

Very useful video tutorial thank you 🙌

[@rollthers3157]

Good presentation! It was enjoyable seeing what your dog was up to. 😀

[@HousefulofHandmade]

Thank you! Its pretty awesome to have a shop dog!

[@ArayahIru]

Thank you for the 2x4 demo. I just got the 720 to assist with my cabinet build and have to make around 50 pocket holes for my stabilizer pieces. I was ready to go get my older Kreg jig because I wasn't sure if the handle had reached its "Travel Limit" for a 1.5 inch piece of wood. Feel much better that I won't break the 720 because it feels a bit more flimsy based on all the plastic housing.

[@dsgb112485]

Great video

[@Cubevanlife]

Three years after you published this video the K4 is still readily available on Amazon.

[@peterloth3402]

Super great job young lady

[@RalphMickey]

Great video - you covered everything about it. I just upgraded to the pro a few days ago. A few other people I have watched skipped or left out a few details that you caught, which was nice. I would have liked to seen it being used with longer boards just to see how much a pain it would be, but you did at least mention it so that was good. Thanks for the info.

[@HousefulofHandmade]

Thank you Ralph. I have the luxury of having multiple kreg options, so I don't typically use the 720 for long boards, I go for my 320.

[@chandradeo9730]

madam i thank you so much for this nice demo.

[@BobbyBlazer215]

Thanks for this!!!

[@devinhedge]

Great video! Thanks for sharing!

[@swishair]

Great review of the 720, one of the best

[@HousefulofHandmade]

Much appreciated!

[@r.clarke9446]

Very well done! 🙂

[@HousefulofHandmade]

Thank you! 😊

[@garyolsen3409]

Nice job girl. I hope you are well rewarded for doing these because you are very interesting. I love Kreg tools and jigs. I wont be upgrading soon but If I didn't like my old K4 so much, you could probably talk me in to it. Pocket joinery is so perfect for face frames especially, and many other applications. Thanks for this.

[@fyremonte]

Wow, beautiful

[@paulcoggins]

i like my new 720 but i have a question. How do i adjust the jig to drill in ,say a piece of 1"x2" on edge ?

[@MrLeram12]

Being a beginner to pocket holes, biggest problem I've encountered have been, depth of bit and length of screw. Any suggestions?

[@bibshot1989]

Thank you so much for the content! Just got this one for pickup tomorrow morning and am excited to use it. You’re very thorough and I’m grateful 😊 Now, what’s the half width marker thingy? 😅 never seen before and now I NEED ONE!

[@bibshot1989]

Oops! Already found in the description! Ordered ✔️😂

[@HousefulofHandmade]

glad you found it!

[@aureliymovila4777]

Thank a lot ❤

[@diegomoreno2070]

Hi i have a question when working with 2x4's do you need a special guid like the previous model that you need to put the HD guide and HD xl bit wich is thicker bit in order to drive those pocket holes? cus i dont see that guide for the 720pro can you help me with that please??

[@brewted]

13:00 she mistakes the woodgrain for her pencil mark duh

[@GeneLake001]

I saw that too 😂

[@redcharlotte]

Thank you so much for walking us through this. I set my jig up for the first time by following your video! Can I ask what your portable work station is you use for your jig? I'll look for something similar! Thanks again.

[@Tdub66]

Hello, it would be nice to see the numbers on the blue gauge tool, as it lay against the piece of wood you’re using. Zooming in would be ideal. Thank you!

[@HousefulofHandmade]

Hi, I have a detailed article with pictures at housefulofhandmade.com/how-to-use-kreg-pocket-hole-jig-720/ there is a specific image of the gauge up close. I hope that helps!

[@nicksgarage2]

If you want extras of the new bit, look for the 310 kit. Better deal than just the bit alone. I keep bits with collars set to 3/4 and 1 1/2 so I don't have to adjust them.

[@HousefulofHandmade]

I love having 2 bits, one for each standard setting too! Thanks for the tip.

[@ImseanIguess]

2:59 hahaha the popup with the Official Name

[@booyahhh4642]

Can you use this on a 4x4?

[@HousefulofHandmade]

No, but Kreg just released a new jig that works with 4x4 posts. I used it and talk about it in my Hammock swing video.

[@surfearth1]

Nice informative video. Audio is too squelchy/loud. Thanks for the info.

[@briangalyer5969]

Hi, I found it was very difficult to read the markings on the drill bit.

[@HousefulofHandmade]

on the drill bit in the video? on the drill bit in person its much easier to read. There isn't a lot of contrast and the bit is shiny which is why it maybe difficult to read on the screen. In the article I wrote its a bit easy to see in the picture. housefulofhandmade.com/how-to-use-kreg-pocket-hole-jig-720/

[@Blah-blah-sure]

I'm relatively new to using lumber. Now I don't get it. Why say/Call the size of a piece of wood let's say 1x4 when it's really around 3/4 of an inch?

[@HousefulofHandmade]

🤷‍♀️ is the short answer. I wrote an article helping you understand it though. housefulofhandmade.com/beginners-guide-to-buying-lumber/

[@Blah-blah-sure]

@@HousefulofHandmade thanks I have to check it out

[@tomt9543]

@@Blah-blah-sure That dimension is the rough cut measurement of the board after its sawn, but before it goes through the planing mill. They plane 1/8” off of the wide faces, and 1/4” off the short sides. Lowes was supposedly sued several years ago for deceptive marketing over that, but it’s been the way lumber sizes are given for 100+ years! A couple years ago, and due to that lawsuit, Lowes started putting the nominal and actual sizes on the lumber racks!

[@Blah-blah-sure]

@tomt9543 Aha! That explains it. I knew I wasn't crazy. As a newbie that was really throwing me off. Now I just buy a size up & cut down to the needed dimensions. And, yes too me that is deceptive across the board. Ex. In CT Stew Leonard's " A Dairy/ food store' got in trouble for doing similar weighing meat items.

[@monoshock57]

Pokohole ?

[@doxiedonna]

How do you decide that you should use the Kreg Jig for your project? Do you use it for all your projects?

[@HousefulofHandmade]

I do tend to use pocket holes on most of my projects. I use them instead of trickier woodworking joinery like half laps or mortice and tenons. If I have a butt joint or edge joint, the pocket holes are fast and strong. If I cannot hide the pocket hole easily, I will look at other joining options. Hope this helps!

[@funnyharleyman]

Who else noticed the doggy wanting to get in?

[@Motorpig251]

great video, but you need to turn up the audio. I'm wide open and still really hard to hear. Thank you.

[@richardbrooks3569]

While I liked your explanation, I really wanted to see you join some material with it.

[@jamessamuel5214]

thanks for the video! super helpful. the mic clipping though on the audio almost had me running.. stayed for the content but was super harsh on the ears. otherwise 5 stars!!

[@bigbee714]

you say "pocka-hole" and its maddening. Great video explanation, just can't take the mispronunciation.

[@LoLo-dh9pi]

Oh, lady, sorry to her that you are sponsored by kreg. Biased! I am feeling like spammed

[@HousefulofHandmade]

I only accept sponsorships from products I already use and love! I truly love and use the Kreg jig and other tools in almost every project I do. But yes, they pay me to continue to make videos for them. It is how I am able to keep offering free content to you.

[@kurtistillery82]

This was painful to watch.. Simple math and this "improved" jig are comical. Buy the older jig if ya can find it.

[@HousefulofHandmade]

I like the new features. It will save time not having to change so many moving parts when I use different wood thicknesses on a project. But the old jigs are great too!

[@SuperiorEtchworx]

Mate, your comment was rude and unnecessary.

[@peterburer7305]

I would have saved me some time searching at HD for adapters to make the vacuum adapter fit my vacuum had I watched this video first! Great job explaining the Kreg 720. Clear and concise! Thank you, and don't let the nay-sayers put you down.

[@tldrttyl]

Mind your manners boy