Bench Dog Systems

[doozer_diy]

Which bench dog systems are folks using and any recommendations? I've been looking at TSO's Chamfer Dogs and UJK's Parf Super Dogs. Experiences with and any thoughts on either of these?

 

[Jim_in_PA]

I use UJK and Festool plus some things I 3D printed.

 

[onocoffee]

I have some of the TSO Chamfer Dogs, UJK Parf Super Dogs, and the new new Wood River locking dogs. They all work well. I think it depends on your need.

 

[peter halle]

Still rocking the original Qwas dogs.

Peter

 

[doozer_diy]

I see there's a 10yr old discussion on this also: https://festoolownersgroup.com/threads/best-dogs.71026/
I'll do also some research on BenchDog Tools "Quad Dogs" and I see there are now "Quad Fence Dogs"

 

[Leemstradamus]

I have some stuff from all of these companies. I have the TSO dogs and other things from them. I have the UJK dogs, I think those are the parf ones. And I have the bench dog's tools hinge and fence.

 

[Crazyraceguy]

I'm all over the place with this. I started with the Festool Clamping Elements set, which includes Aluminum dogs and some low-profile bars, similar to planing stops. Then I got the UJK dogs (From TSO, since I'm in NA) for my track saw cutting table. Then some of the cheap "Clear Style" ones, since they have a screw adjustable height, like a machinist jack. Even more with the TSO MTR Square and TDS stops.
Counting the ones from the Parf-Guide set, I think it's 44 total?
Routers and bits are not my only problem....

 

[camhabib]

I'm all over the place with this. I started with the Festool Clamping Elements set, which includes Aluminum dogs and some low-profile bars, similar to planing stops. Then I got the UJK dogs (From TSO, since I'm in NA) for my track saw cutting table. Then some of the cheap "Clear Style" ones, since they have a screw adjustable height, like a machinist jack. Even more with the TSO MTR Square and TDS stops.
Counting the ones from the Parf-Guide set, I think it's 44 total?
Routers and bits are not my only problem....

Which are your favorite?

 

[Renault4]

I have UJK and TSO products, but I'd love to be able to purchase some of the BenchDogs products, notably the magnetic MFT dog hole covers and the mitre fence for the CSC SYS 50, however their shipping fees from the UK to the US are steep; is there a distributor in the US?

 

[Leemstradamus]

I have UJK and TSO products, but I'd love to be able to purchase some of the BenchDogs products, notably the magnetic MFT dog hole covers and the mitre fence for the CSC SYS 50, however their shipping fees from the UK to the US are steep; is there a distributor in the US?

Nope no distributor that I can find. I have several products from them and have been debating on playing one more order. The shipping is very high.

@Crazyraceguy I'm curious as to how many dogs I have. I'll count mine up after I'm done with this project.

 

[Crazyraceguy]

Which are your favorite?

It just depends on the job, that's why there are so many. The UJK are mostly for the track saw station. The Festool ones are great for the clamping elements. The TSOs with the square or TDS.
I probably reach for the elements the most, maybe the TSO second.

 

[onocoffee]

I have UJK and TSO products, but I'd love to be able to purchase some of the BenchDogs products, notably the magnetic MFT dog hole covers and the mitre fence for the CSC SYS 50, however their shipping fees from the UK to the US are steep; is there a distributor in the US?

I thought I remember them making an announcement (or maybe a post here) that they were close to securing a US distributor about a month ago?

 

[DanesRFun]

I thought I remember them making an announcement (or maybe a post here) that they were close to securing a US distributor about a month ago?

New U.S. Distributor Announcement​

As of August 6th, we are pleased to announce that we have signed an agreement with Taylor Tools, which will become our approved U.S. distributor, covering North America, South America, and Canada. Once their order arrives in the U.S., we will deactivate our website for U.S. and Canadian orders, and all orders from these regions will be redirected to the Taylor Tools website for fulfilment.

Updated 6th August 2025

USA Shipping & Trump Tariffs - Updated 6th August 2025

Important Shipping Update for Benchdog Tools Customers: Changes to the $800 De Minimis Entry Threshold (U.S. Orders Only) At Benchdog Tools, we want to ensure you're informed about important changes that may affect your orders shipped to the United States. Starting from 12:01 AM on August 29th...

benchdogs.co.uk

 

[Renault4]

Very interesting and exciting news! thanks for the info.

No further info or updates on either Taytools or Benchdogs sites as of today (Sep 23, 2025), but I am sure its only a matter of time

 

[Leemstradamus]

I just placed an order with them today. It's still active.

 

[festal]

I just placed an order with them today. It's still active.

just went to the website, don't see anything benchdogs related. do you have a link to their products?

 

[Sheik Maboutie]

I find the best range of Benchdogs are from https://benchdogs.co.uk/, all their products are high quality

 

[PaulMarcel]

While we wait for other people's counts, here's a photo of the dog house I made to fill the gap between my wall and the MFT rail. I think I have around 20 more of different types:

 

[Leemstradamus]

just went to the website, don't see anything benchdogs related. do you have a link to their products?

I meant the benchdogs uk site. is still shipping stuff to the US. The other site isn't stood up yet since they said they would take theirs down to us.

 

[Leemstradamus]

While we wait for other people's counts, here's a photo of the dog house I made to fill the gap between my wall and the MFT rail. I think I have around 20 more of different types:

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What a smart set up! I need to come up with something like this!