Dovetail Joints
Dovetail joints are a recognized mark of craftsmanship. We'll show you the fundamentals of making dovetails using a variety of methods including hand tools and dovetail jigs.
My dovetail jig manual suggests using a dead-blow mallet on tight joints. What is it, and why should I buy one?
I bought a bathroom vanity with dovetailed drawers, as shown below. Why do the drawer joints have such a wide pin at the top?
Now your through-dovetail jig has no limits.
Using the Incra router-table fence, you can rout a striking double-dovetail joint.
Simple dovetail jigs, such as the one here, help you make tight-fitting half-blind dovetails quickly and easily. Follow these key steps and tricks for using your dovetail jig, and you're sure to enjoy success.
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