DEWALT Door Lock Installation Kit, C-Clamp Design, for Metal or Wood Doors, 2 Adjustable Bushings, Easy Installation (D180004), Multicolor

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Let us first talk about a feature unique to this kit. The saw bits that come with the kit have some small access holes in them. Secondly, this door comes with a detailed setup guide, just like the kit from Ivy. This guide has all the instructions you will need to assemble the jig and hole saw combination. Every single part in this kit has maximum longevity in terms of wear and tear. We also find it to be quite versatile since it comes with an array of drill bits and can clamp onto different surfaces.

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That depends. If you are very tech-savvy, you might find it way easier than doing handiwork with a drill. If not, you might make mistakes along the way and make the entire process harder on yourself. Moreover, the setup is very flexible according to your requirements and preferences. There are at least four different ways of setting this up, and the guide details all of them. The second DEWALT product in our selection for the installation kit. That alone should tell you about the authority the DEWALT group has over the power tools industry. Honestly, it is kind of hard to outrun DEWALT at this point. While it might be on the slightly pricier side comparatively, this kit makes up for it with all its amazing features.Another aspect of this that would greatly benefit the beginners is the extremely tight grip of the jig. The clamp design not only helps avoid scratches on the door but also keeps the jig tightly secure as you drill all the necessary holes. For example, features like auto-centering can really help reduce your hassle. If a jig features auto-centering, you don’t have to worry about placing it properly. The jig will do that for you. Since this comes with an array of different hole saw bits, it has multiple uses around the home. The fact that it can be used on so many different surfaces makes it a chipping hazard. However, DEWALT saw ahead of the curve and fixed it. As a result, I didn’t have to grab my old-fashioned measuring tape and do any measuring. The spade bits were a valuable addition, too, as Ryobi optimized their design for various drilling angles. It made getting angled holes into the frames easier. The auto-centering jig makes sure your convenience is taken care of. In the last review, we discussed how people tend to make mistakes by not centering the jig properly. Well, that is not something you have to worry about with this kit.

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But the unique feature this kit has to offer has to be the auto strike locator. Because of this, the alignment of the jig is vastly improved compared to its contemporaries. The best part about this kit is that it works on almost any door. That means you can use it on both wooden and metal doors. These kits need to have a certain amount of sturdiness to work so seamlessly on metal doors. Their sizes range from ¾ inches to 2 ½ inches, making the kit usable for multiple purposes. I was a little overwhelmed by how many uses there were for this set inside my home. But, then again, that is not going to be a feature everyone looks for. If you do not have an army of doors to drill into, the charm is lost on you. Is it a really good installation kit, though? ABSOLUTELY! Pro-Grade Hardened Bushings

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With those out of the way, let us get down to what makes the kit so great. First, let us talk about the hole saws. These saws are constructed with carbon steel of a very high grade. That makes for precise and accurate holes. This is one of the all-around best kits that we have come by so far. The build quality is superior, it is easy to use, and the company offers great support to its customers. Heavy-Duty Build The craftsman hole saw kit is specifically designed for Metal doors. We find that it is just as easily used with a wooden door but you can only use it at your own risk because there is a high chance it will scratch the surface.