Dovetail Jig
1 - 14 of 14 Posts
Joined
·
32,644 Posts
There's basically 3 types
The entry level jigs have the capacity to make only half blind DT's, or box joints and comes with 3 templates to make 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" joints like this: http://www.hartvilletool.com/product/4754/dovetail-jigs
The next level has the capacity to make through DT's and has both templates for fixed spacing of the pins and tails like this: http://woodworking.about.com/od/rec...king-Tools/Porter-Cable-4212-Dovetail-Jig.htm
The best jigs have individual fingers which allow variable spacing of the pins and tails: http://dovetailjigreviews.com/leigh-d4r-dovetail-jig-review/
There is a 4th type that just supplies the template, no clamping mechanism. http://dovetailjigs.wordpress.com/2011/10/26/keller-1500-journeyman-dovetail-jig-review/
In my own experience it's all about the setup for the first type, trial and error for bit height and proper fit for each size. Once you get the router set you almost want to leave it and never use that router for any other purpose.... like I did.
I also have the template type and have yet to use that one. I have no experience with the other types...prices were too scary! :yes:
A really good review of the types here: http://www.thewoodshop.20m.com/dovetail_jig_compare.htm
The entry level jigs have the capacity to make only half blind DT's, or box joints and comes with 3 templates to make 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" joints like this: http://www.hartvilletool.com/product/4754/dovetail-jigs
The next level has the capacity to make through DT's and has both templates for fixed spacing of the pins and tails like this: http://woodworking.about.com/od/rec...king-Tools/Porter-Cable-4212-Dovetail-Jig.htm
The best jigs have individual fingers which allow variable spacing of the pins and tails: http://dovetailjigreviews.com/leigh-d4r-dovetail-jig-review/
There is a 4th type that just supplies the template, no clamping mechanism. http://dovetailjigs.wordpress.com/2011/10/26/keller-1500-journeyman-dovetail-jig-review/
In my own experience it's all about the setup for the first type, trial and error for bit height and proper fit for each size. Once you get the router set you almost want to leave it and never use that router for any other purpose.... like I did.
I also have the template type and have yet to use that one. I have no experience with the other types...prices were too scary! :yes:A really good review of the types here: http://www.thewoodshop.20m.com/dovetail_jig_compare.htm
Joined
·
24,011 Posts
Joined
·
32,644 Posts
I have this one
No clamping mechanism, but a real nice aluminum template, 1/2" thick and you make your own block and hold downs.
Also under $300.00 for a 30" wide template.
http://www.ptreeusa.com/ptree_dovetail_system.htm
No clamping mechanism, but a real nice aluminum template, 1/2" thick and you make your own block and hold downs.
Also under $300.00 for a 30" wide template.
http://www.ptreeusa.com/ptree_dovetail_system.htm
Joined
·
791 Posts
Leigh Super 12" Dovetail Jig $269.00
Joined
·
1,455 Posts
I have a Leigh Super 12" with the accessory kit that's in really nice shape collecting dust in my shop. (Has VRS attachment & all parts, and 3 bits: 1/2" 10* DT, 3/4" 8* DT, and a 1/4" straight bit).
http://m.woodcraft.com/Catalog/ProductPage2.aspx?id=2020325&ProdId=21280&
Works awesome but I haven't used it in forever. Id sell it for $250 plus shipping. PM me if you're interested.
http://m.woodcraft.com/Catalog/ProductPage2.aspx?id=2020325&ProdId=21280&
Works awesome but I haven't used it in forever. Id sell it for $250 plus shipping. PM me if you're interested.
Not me, every time I buy something I look back and wish I'd bought something else. Example....
My table saw would only take 1/2" dados...My dovetail jig would only do half blind dovetails and the list goes on and on.....
1 - 14 of 14 Posts
