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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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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Flexible jaw inserts are non-marring and are easily removed. They’re made of high impact ABS plastic for long life and heavy use. The dual pivot feature allows the Merle to clamp virtually any size or shape securely! Perfect for circles and ovals, plus triangles, hexagons, octagons, and more. 23-foot steel banding included. The Merle clamp has almost no capacity limitation! Clamps as small as 2-5/8-by-2-5/8-to-69-by-69-inch, or 23-feet around, but can be extended to any length by using standard 3/8-inch steel banding or strapping. The Merle clamp will hold any type of frame for easy gluing, nailing or screwing. Even jointing force at all corners. It’s excellent for wide cabinet type frames (use in the center or edges), and also for narrow picture frames. The adjustable Merle clamp allows you to use as much or as little clamping pressure as needed. Cast aluminum and steel construction makes the Merle clamp a tough tool that will work hard and long f (more…)

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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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Versatile, carbide tipped three-wing Stackable Slot Cutter Set cuts a wide variety of grooves. Simply adjust the arrangement of the cutters and shims on the 1/2″ arbor to create a wide variety of groove sizes for dadoes, tongue and groove joints, rabbets, or biscuit joints. With the included 6 carbide-tipped slot cutters (1/16″, 3/32″, 1/8″, 5/32″, 3/16″, & 1/4″), shims, and bearing (7/8″ OD x 5/16″ ID) for 1/2″ cut depth, almost any groove from 1/16″ to 11/16″ can be created. Individual cutters can also create precisely-sized grooves and you can purchase additional bearings to adjust the depth of cut. Storage box included.

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MLCS planer jointer knife setting jig. Micro adjustable to 0.001-Inch. For both steel and carbide knives. The revolutionary design of this jig allows you to save time and effort while setting up jointer or planer knives quickly and accurately. The setting jig holds the knife firmly in position, freeing both hands for adjustment and tightening of the knife. This product also provides priceless added safety by allowing hands-free tightening, keeping fingers safe from razor sharp cutter knives.

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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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