Kit Includes six templates (templates for making half blind dovetail joints in 1/4″ and 1/2″, 3/4″ through dovetail joints, and box joints in 1/4″ and 1/2″), three guide bushings (5/16″, 3/8″ and 5/8″), six carbide tipped router bits (1/4″, 1/2″ and 3/4″ Dovetail Bits and 1/4″, 1/2″, and 3/8″ Straight Bits) plus 12″ steel dovetail jig. STEEL DOVETAIL JIG Details: Sets up fast! The easy to use solid aluminum template and steel jig are machined precisely for creating strong, secure and accurate 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″ to 1″ drawer sides and 5/8″ to 1″ drawer fronts (up to 12″ 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 a (more…)

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WHITESIDE MACHINE 1020 AOS CARBIDE TIP 2 FLUTE AKEDA OVERSIZE STRAIGHT ROUTER BIT X 1/4 SHANK – APPROVED BY AKEDA FOR AKEDA DOVETAIL JIG

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WHITESIDE MACHINE 1020 AKS CARBIDE TIP 2 FLUTE AKEDA STANDARD STRAIGHT ROUTER BIT X 1/4 SHANK – APPROVED BY AKEDA FOR AKEDA DOVETAIL JIG

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The new D4R-24 jig features a one piece aluminum extrusion base with machined-in non-marring textured clamping surfaces and machined-in side stops on the top and front of the jig body. The top-side stops have a 3/8″ recess for rabbeted boards. The D4R easily produces handmade looking dovetail pins and tails. Perfect fitting joints for tiny boxes or large case pieces can be produced in a variety of patterns by simply changing the adjustable guide fingers. Wooden pieces are clamped into the jig quickly and easily with the cam action clamps which can be adjusted for different stock thickness or used to repeat the same clamp tension instantly. Through or half-blind dovetails can be easily set up by simply flipping the finger assembly over. Jigs are meticulously engineered and constructed. Accepts boards up to 24″ wide. Maximum pin thickness 1-1/4″. Includes three carbide router bits, a 1/2″ D x 8 degree x 8mm dovetail bit and a 5/16″ x 1″ x 8mm straight bit for through dov (more…)

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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…)

An easy to use, inexpensive tool for making classic through dovetails, a joint that is the hallmark of fine craftsmanship. Made of sturdy cast aluminum and cuts 3/4″ wide tails, 1-1/8″ on center. After a one time initial setup, simply clamp the jig in place on each board, and rout the pins and tails. There is no limit to the length of board you can dovetail, and by shifting the jig, you can create variable spaced or extra wide dovetails. The FREE 5/8″ Router Guide Bushing works with any router that has a router baseplate with a 1-3/16″ center hole. For other size center holes, see MLCS #9096 Universal Router Template Guide Kit. Kit includes 1/2″ shank carbide-tipped straight bit and 1/2″ shank carbide-tipped dovetail bit, all you need to get started.

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The revolutionary LEIGH VRS (vacuum and router support) is the ultimate waste control and router support for your LEIGH dovetail jig. The router is positioned between the adjustable control arms that are fitted to suite any size router base and attached to the vacuum chute below. The vacuum chute glides effortlessly from side to side on nylon rollers and automatically follows the router when routing the joint or when the router is parked off to the side. The chute is always in the perfect position to catch the chips being thrown out by the high-speed router bit action. Chips and sawdust are drawn into the vacuum chute and down through the vacuum hose. It comes complete with two adaptors to fit all popular vacuum hose sizes from 1″ to 2-1/2″. All mounting hardware is included. It can be used with a small shop vacuum or large dust collection system. Easily attaches without jig modification.

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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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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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Super jigs offer extraordinary joint making capability at exceptional price points. No other jigs equal the versatility and precision of Leigh super jigs. Variably spaced through and half-blind dovetails are standard on all super jigs. Infinitely adjustable one-piece fingers are easily positioned for any joint pattern, guaranteeing a half pin at each edge of the joint, regardless of board width. The cross-cut fence fits on the dovetail finger assembly to become a sliding dovetail template. Rout half-blind pin boards and tail boards at the same time using the included two-function spacer to offset the tail board and rout complete joints in one pass with the super jigs, youre not limited to one bit and one depth of cut. Just select any of the five half-blind bits available and rout half-blind joints in the depth that best suits your project. The finger assembly can also produce two sizes of box joints, 5/16″ and 5/8″. The amazing joint making capability of super jigs (more…)