Rockler 1/2” Tenon-Lok Cutter Dovetail Drill Bit

Avoid the possibility of joint failure in your chairs, stools, or log furniture with this clever expanding cutter and wedge-ring system. The high-speed steel Tenon-Lok cutter features spring-action blades that flare out at the base, creating a dovetail-shaped round mortise. The sharpened tapered steel wedge-ring then sits in the flared mortise, expanding the tenon with minimal splitting as it gets driven into place. The resulting joint will never come apart, and is completely immune to weather related expansion and contraction. Ideal for repairs or original construction, the Tenon-Lok system requires both a cutter and a matching wedge ring (Rockler# 32759, sold separately in convenient multi-packs). Every Tenon-Lok cutter includes a steel Setter Guide to create an impression on the base of the mortise for the wedge ring to rest in. Using the Tenon-Lok system: 1. Drill a standard round mortise with a forstner bit or another bit of your choice. 2. Chuck the same diamete (more…)

MLCS 6406 Pins and Tails Half Blind Dovetail Jig Set

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This solid aluminum template and steel jig is machined precisely for creating strong and secure half blind dovetail joints or half-blind rabbeted dovetail joints. This is the perfect solution for sturdy boxes and drawers with the classic dovetail joint design. The solid aluminum template is CNC machined. The steel beams secure both work pieces snugly. Works for 1/2-Inch to 1-Inch drawer sides and 5/8-Inch to 1-Inch drawer fronts (up to 12-Inch in width). Since you cut both sides of the half-blind dovetail joint at the same time, a perfect fit is assured for this joint. Self-spacing edge guides allow proper offset for precise joint alignment. Detailed instruction manual guides you from initial setup through final assembly. 5/8-Inch router guide bushing (not included) is required. 14-Degree dovetail bit (1/4-Inch shank) included.

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Fine Woodworking On Joinery: 36 articles selected by the Editors of ‘Fine Woodworking’ magazine (Paperback)

In this text, experienced craftsmen explain how they choose, make and use the mortise and tenon and its many variations for panelled walls, doors, cabinets, tables and chairs.

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DOVETAIL A DRAWER DVD WITH FRANK KLAUSZ

Frank Klausz cuts quick, precise dovetails without jigs or templates, then glues & fits the finished drawer. You will learn about dovetail drawer anatomy, transferring dimensions from the scale drawing to a full-scale “story-pole”. This DVD will show you how to choose lumber, marking out, ripping & crosscutting drawer parts. Klausz will show you how to mark the dovetails & pins, hand sawing the pins & tails as well as chopping out the waste. Plus he will show you how to glue-up & applying finishing touches with a smooth plane.

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Leigh D4R Dovetail Jig

The best multi-faceted joinery system on the market! Produce “no-slop” through, half blind and sliding dovetails with a classic handcut look. Comes with everything needed to get under way: 1/2″ x 8 degree and 1/2″ x 14 degree dovetail cutters and a 5/16″ x 1″ straight cutter (all 8mm shanks), a 1/2″ to 8mm collet reducer, a 7/16″ O.D. guide bushing, a 160-page manual, and a 44-minute DVD. Router with a 1/2″ collet required. Handles boards up to 24″ wide and 1-1/4′ thick – all with infinite adjustment of pin, tail width and spacing. Adjustable guidefingers mean you are never compelled to dimension your work to suit the jig. Plan your project just as if you were going to cut the joints by hand, then set up the jig to fit the work. You are never limited to repetitive, clearly machine-made joints. Also includes cam-action speed clamps, crosscut bar, angled side stop, screwdriver, all mounting hardware.Constructed from extruded aluminum, the redesigned jig body now has fixe (more…)

MLCS 6410 24-Inch Pins and Tails Half Blind Dovetail Jig, 1/4-Inch Shank Router Bit

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The MLCS steel template and jig are precisely machined to cut strong and secure half-blind and Rabbeted half-blind dovetail joints. The 24-inch capacity is a perfect solution for strong boxes, drawers and small chests. The jig features steel beams to secure the work pieces in place. Works for 1/2-inch to 1-inch thick drawer/box sides and 5/8-inch to 1-inch drawer/box fronts/backs (up to 24-inch wide). A perfect fitting half-blind dovetail joint is achieved, as both sides of the joint are cut simultaneously. Self spacing edge guides allow the proper offset for precise joint alignment. Detailed instruction manual is included. 5/8-inch router guide bushing (not included) is required. Set includes Steel Template (creates 1/2-inch wide tails that are 27/32-inch on center), Steel Jig and a carbide-tipped 14 degree Dovetail Router Bit (1/4-inch Shank).

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Freud 96-102 8-Piece Dovetail Incra Jig Bit Set with 1/2-Inch Shanks

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The Freud Difference Freud manufactures some of the most innovative, technologically advanced saw blades in the world. To ensure that the highest quality products meet the toughest design standards, Freud owns and operates six manufacturing facilities in Western Europe. Freud is one of the few manufacturers of woodworking tools in the world that produces its own MicroGrain carbide with titanium, called TiCo — a combination of titanium and cobalt. Freud develops different types of carbide for each application to maximize the cutting life and performance of the tool; and Freud also operates one of the most modern product development research centers in Europe. By overseeing the entire manufacturing process from start to finish, Freud guarantees some of the highest quality, most advanced products in the industry. About Freud’s Industrial Bits Serious woodworkers choose serious accessories. They choose Freud. The Freud name equals quality, precision and crafts (more…)

Router Projects and Techniques (Best of Fine Woodworking) (Paperback)

The router takes skill to use well. This text presents information so readers can learn about jigs, fixtures and joinery, tuning the router, building a display cabinet, and a host of other tasks and techniques.

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MLCS 8710 24-Inch Pins and Tails Half Blind Dovetail Jig, 1/2-Inch Shank Router Bit

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The MLCS steel template and jig are precisely machined to cut strong and secure half-blind and Rabbeted half-blind dovetail joints. The 24-inch capacity is a perfect solution for strong boxes, drawers and small chests. The jig features steel beams to secure the work pieces in place. Works for 1/2-inch to 1-inch thick drawer/box sides and 5/8-inch to 1-inch drawer/box fronts/backs (up to 24-inch wide). A perfect fitting half-blind dovetail joint is achieved, as both sides of the joint are cut simultaneously. Self spacing edge guides allow the proper offset for precise joint alignment. Detailed instruction manual is included. 5/8-inch router guide bushing (not included) is required. Set includes Steel Template (creates 1/2-inch wide tails that are 27/32-inch on center), Steel Jig and a carbide-tipped 14 degree Dovetail Router Bit (1/2-inch Shank).

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