This Cabinet Handle Jig is LEGIT!!!

True Position Tools cabinet hardware jig Review. Good for door handles, amazing for drawer handles! I you're interested here is the link.
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[@pearofkings]

When you get to the drawers, your setup is completely wrong, but you'll eventually figure that out. Oddly enough, I also have had one of those for a while and finally used it the same day you posted this video. It's an amazing jig!! I love it!!

[@Mayamax3]

Saw the same gadget on Essential Craftsman KZbin channel about two weeks ago. Beats the heck out of building your own jigs or screwing up the alignment on your doors & drawers.

[@KateFrankovich]

I'm a carpenter and do cabinetry installation for millworkers and this jig is clutch. Just to mention that although I whole heartedly agree with you at around @3:25 that the hole placement shouldn't be close to the edge of the door/drawer - if you ever did need to creep closer, just reverse the large stop so that the protrusion with the set screw faces the other way and you can get much closer to the ruler. They also sell attachments to drill out for shelf pins at set increments making it dummy proof - and the bonus is that those attachments can be used for oversized handles (ie for pantries or appliances). Totally worth the investment if you find yourself doing loads of cabinetry work, it's so versatile!

[@homerepairlife5.098]

Thank you for this response. I’ve always been curious if these tools are worth it and this one looks like it is. I don’t do cabinets often, but when I do I hate putting on doorknobs. You know what I mean I’m tired of fighting with Siri.

[@benshell8662]

I have one myself, it's awesome! Great results, as long as you measure right that is

[@soccovitch]

Always reppin' the Red Dragons! Love it man. You always have the best tips. Been a follower for something over 3 years. Keep at it!

[@jackmandu]

I got a 2-piece plastic template set from Home Depot that I used to put the handles on all of the doors and drawers in my kitchen. It cost under $15 and worked well. I used it to mark the holes and then drilled them out separately, not through the template.

[@stich1960]

Yes but these jigs greatly reduce the chance of doing it wrong which as a contractor is your worst nightmare especially on wood finish. The templates are fine for one off deals and diyers, worst case you live with a wood filled hole.

[@jackmandu]

@@stich1960 - I can see where a pro would prefer the jig, but for DIY projects the plastic templates are way better than trying to make a jig, as well as way cheaper than the professional jig. As long as you stick to the measure twice, cut (or drill) once principle you shouldn’t have any issues with the plastic jig. I would also recommend not drilling through the templates holes, like you can with the metal jigs, in order to avoid making the holes bigger with each use.

[@dansmith4109]

These beat those jigs by a mile. Also, there are import versions for around $30 on Amazon that work exactly the same way.

[@stich1960]

@@jackmandu Even checking twice it can get confusing, you can 3d print a jig like the one in the video for free if thats an option too. I plan on making up a nicer version of the one thats availble on thingi eventually

[@williamturrell]

Bought one last year! Best jig I own.

[@stashagarcia101]

Great tutorial. I actually bought one ou f these about a year ago and like you, I'm thinking its the best thing since peanut butter. Note to the wise, i bought a knock of of this company for less than $20.

[@BahianoReno]

Great job Ben, have a wonderful weekend, thank you,

[@davidgagniere2923]

Another great tutorial. Thank you for making these videos. I started watching your channel for the drywall help, and now anything you do a video on, I'm going to watch it. I have a kitchen install to do on my house, so this will definitely be handy. I can always sell it used after I'm done. Same thing with the flat box I bought for my drywall work on this house. I might be able to get back 30% when I'm done with it.

[@mazzg1966]

I have one that I now use every time I do a kitchen...Wouldn't do without now! Good demo video Ben...thanks for the time you put into your channel!!

[@vancouvercarpenter]

Thanks for watching!

[@uncleronny6748]

Pretty gutsy drilling all those holes without checking one pull first. I used a Kreg ( not his real name) handle installing tool...what a disappointing piece of schizen..not enough capacity. Down here in Socal everybody needs jungle gym sized pulls cause they do too much crossfit/keto and I don't see the trend dissipating. Pro Tip: when using any jig on a 5 panel door...make sure the width of the stiles are all the same (don't ask me how I know this). Even if that jig you have there is 2 grand it's worth it if it keeps you from screwing up a bunch of doors that might take weeks to recreate. Your drywall videos have helped tremendously...Thank you!

[@richardsmith7887]

I like this product and if I did a few a year I could see buying this. Nice review

[@KenCharlesTheGreat]

Just a thought on adjusting the spacing for the screw holes. Cut off the heads of 2 screws , screw them into the handle , insert into jig,

[@stich1960]

I have tried out one I 3d printed and lightly moded, they are nice. I think I am going to design something similar and print exactly what I want now that I know what I like and dislike

[@shidoin5398]

I bought a knockoff from Amazon. I only use it to mark the holes with a pencil. Then like a freak I measure 10 times before drilling. The one problem I ran into on a drawer front is that the drawer wasn't made exactly square which dropped one side of my pull over 1/16 or more

[@kellyx57]

That looks like it makes it easier to get it right every time, but as a DIYer, it's more than I'd spend for occasional use. If I were a pro, I'd definitely buy one.

[@juzoli]

Yeah, it would’ve made my life easier, but not $200 easier:)

[@rickyperkins232]

Whenever I do pulls I use a screwdriver and never have to worry about crossing the threads

[@daredevildarryl]

Your measuring stop from the edge of the door has been put on backwards. Turning it around and you'll be able to get your holes closer to the edge. Thanks for your videos.

[@jconradh]

You could loosen the 2 hole jigs put screws throught each one into the handle then tighten them down, right? Holes are perfect distance apart!

[@AnotherClown01]

Hey Ben you can buy a plastic marking tool at the orange guy for $10 US. If you measure twice and drill once it works great I used it for yeard doing kitchens. Cheers...

[@dewaltman4582]

Nice.

[@raycarter4030]

we just got an ikea kitchen fitted, the fitter put on 20 handles, double screw, using the provided plastic jig, in one hour.

[@homerepairlife5.098]

I feel like that tool would be very useful. Because cutting a piece of wood, every single job, you do drilling holes to make it a custom fit to each job would take more time out of your day. As they’re having a tool that might cost you 100 bucks at first, but saves you hours of labor time which pays for itself probably in a couple of jobs.

[@ajsnr1]

just an idea for when setting the handle screw hole center widths on the jig could you not put the screws through from the rear of the jig through the drill hole opening to set the distance more easier

[@Dooguk]

You beat me to it. 👍

[@patrickarchuleta9594]

You can find cheaper ones that do exactly the same thing. This is a name does nothing better, rockler ,has a new jig that's totally awesome for $59 dollars.

[@needaman66]

I got one for $40 and been using it for years

[@robcarnaroli269]

Why not use the screws to set the jig spacing??? Nice looking tool though.

[@hansangb]

I wonder if they let you drill from both side? So the hole on the back doesn't get blown out? Saves you from having to have a backer when drilling.

[@jimmassengale3497]

Looks good but with the templates that I have made for my wife, some way to clamp it looks necessary for her. Additional hint I usually keep (2) 2 inch 8x24 headless screws and use them to ensure spacing. Toward the end this it smells expensive $200+ US. Also, for my wife it looks dangerous. I like the plastic and or wood template for her new painted cabinets so not to mar the finish.

[@randy1john]

Dick, I can’t believe you sat on this for that long. I spent my hard earned money on it and it was one of the best investments I have ever made. Glad your woke now😊

[@vancouvercarpenter]

🤣🤣🤣

[@tbayboater]

I suspect the issue with the 5" hole spacing is that the handles are probably metric

[@olli_k]

I have always used a sliding square for lining up pulls and handles. This jig does look like it works great, but I don't know if I'm ready to change over yet.

[@patrickarchuleta9594]

This is way overpriced. Bottom line

[@bobcougar77]

I have this jig as well. It's a nice piece of kit. everything is very well machined and well thought out. pretty expensive, but if you're doing lots of cabinets well worth it. I bought mine a few years ago and think I paid $140 or so.

[@itsallaboutlight]

😱The price $$$..... not for my few cabinets but could see it for a professional.

[@danhunik7949]

I have the Lee Valley version of that jig. This one looks easier to use.

[@spicyreef]

I don't know why, you remind me of a young clint eastwood...

[@flipmcneil551]

Red Dragons!!

[@billhavrilla7479]

Red dragons!

[@arenm7127]

Would it be possible to put the bolts through the jig to line up the handle? I've only watched 2 minutes in so far btw...Thank for the great content; finishing now.

[@vancouvercarpenter]

Probably. That's pretty smart.

[@trig]

Skid! Rooald🤣

[@luvr381]

For far less than $200 I make my own jig.

[@TapelessDrywallFinishing]

👍👍

[@TheJaymzie62]

For you guys that own this-have you had any issues with it scratching surfaces? I have another brand that has very sharp edges, and I have to be super careful not to mess up finishes.

[@natas3503]

Cut towards your buddy not towards your body.

[@vancouvercarpenter]

😂

[@j0.ZEF-Who]

You look like such a skater punk - i dig it - no homo - hey ya got handles finally!

[@pvjewel]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoGYhWp6obaXfcU Not sure if it is operator mistake or product but look at top right handles. It is uneven to me.

[@40beretta1]

$229.00 bones... 🤮..... run your mounting screw thru the drill hole to check if your handle is lining up

[@feelingtardy]

i got a $30 knock off from amazon. has plastic drill guides with metal inserts. nice little jig, i put screws in the holes and attached the handle to get the spacing perfect.

[@sexyhousehusband]

Ya got one sub 20 from the smiling box, only downside is in metric so you gotta spend an extra couple minutes translating all your measurements, cheap plastic but is on its 3rd kitchen so perfect for a DYI or to loan out to your friends, daily use i could see buying something considerably nicer like that one (and not loaning it out! )