Kreg Pocket-Hole Screw, 1-1/4", #8 Coarse Maxi-Loc Head

They are 1-1/4" long, #8 screws with a coarse thread and Maxi-Loc washer head. Browse more pocket hole jigs and fasteners.

Coarse-thread Maxi-Loc washer-head screws are recommended for the majority of applications in softwood, where the aggressive thread bites in for a strong hold. See our joinery guides for selection tips.

The self-tapping tip lets the screw drill its own hole as it is driven, eliminating the need to machine the second workpiece and helping prevent splitting.

The large flat Maxi-Loc head seats firmly in the bottom of the pocket hole, which dramatically improves joint strength and prevents splitting, unlike wedge-shaped drywall screw heads.

Yes. They are zinc coated, providing good rust protection that makes them an excellent choice for indoor projects with limited moisture exposure.

They have an overall length of 1-1/4", a versatile size for many common pocket-hole joints.

The zinc coating makes them an excellent choice for indoor projects with limited exposure to moisture.

Coarse-thread screws like this #8 are recommended for softwoods and plywood, while fine-thread screws are better suited to harder, denser materials. Explore more cabinetry & joinery tools.

They are made by Kreg Tool, the leader in pocket-hole joinery systems.

Kreg screws are engineered specifically for pocket-hole joinery, combining a self-tapping tip, a flat seating head, and a zinc coating to deliver superior holding power and prevent the splitting generic screws can cause.