Dovetail Jig

[bkharman]

Need a semi-nice jig for some dovetails.  Mostly looking to do full through d-tails.

Don't want to break the bank but don't want garbage either.  Any thoughts for around $200.00?

cheers

 

[land_kel]

Do a search on a Leigh R9

 

[farms100]

Square
bevel gauge
hand saw filed rip(or hybrid), I suggest a 10-14 inch blade length over most standard DT saw
chisels.
mechanical pencil
optional coping saw with skip tooth blades

 

[fshanno]

Are you sure you'll never want to do single pass half blind?  With my Leigh Super 18 I can do single pass half blind almost as fast as I can do lock rabbets.  And it will do sliding dovetails and box joints as well as through dovetails.  Super dust collection and total router support.  I use my CT33 without a bag when I've got a bunch of drawers to make.  My 1400 works well with it. 

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[RKA]

I'm assuming you're using Leigh's own vacuum accessory for their jig?  Would you say the dust collection is better than 75% using the 1400?

 

[fidelfs]

The porter cable 4216, it is simple to use, good for what is intended and not expensive.
http://www.amazon.com/PORTER-CABLE-4216-Super-Jig-Dovetail/dp/B000HGL59M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1378479953&sr=8-1&keywords=4216

 

[Tinker]

I have a Keller 16".  It took me longer to find a couple of scrap blocks of wood the right size to mount it on than to set it up.
It was perfect the first time.  I think it was less than half hour after taking out of package to cutting perfect thru DT joints.
It doesn't do half blind or sliding DT's. I make up a thin facing to glue on if I want half blind.
I can also use it upside down on the router table.  I like that method better than holding router above the wood.
Tinker

 

[bkharman]

Are you sure you'll never want to do single pass half blind?   With my Leigh Super 18 I can do single pass half blind almost as fast as I can do lock rabbets.  And it will do sliding dovetails and box joints as well as through dovetails.  Super dust collection and total router support.  I use my CT33 without a bag when I've got a bunch of drawers to make.  My 1400 works well with it. 

SOLD!  I went down to Woodcraft and took a looksie at this fine jig... Needless to say they were out of stock but I should have it in my shop early next week.  I ordered the 18 on the off chance I would need to go larger than 12", but i think it will pay off in droves.

Any need for the dust collector/support arm they sell for 90 bucks?  I have never really questioned my 1400 dust collection (superb in my CMS) but am wondering if it is worth it to not contend with a hose attached to the router.

Cheers all!

 

[Tinker]

If the router is mounted in the CMS, I see no reason not to hook the DC to both router and fence.
You notice the difference if for any reason you leave one hose off.
Don't ask how i know. 
Tinker

 

[bkharman]

If the router is mounted in the CMS, I see no reason not to hook the DC to both router and fence.
You notice the difference if for any reason you leave one hose off.
Don't ask how i know.   
Tinker

Sorry for any confusion Tinker.  I was asking about the "extra" vacuum and router support for the Leigh Super 18.  I was wondering if it is better than just routing on top of the jig using my OF 1400 and standard shroud and CT...

I have run the CMS with one hose (tried top OR bottom) and it made a bit of a mess on my floor.... No more then my pup does, but a bit drier.

cheers

 

[Peter Durand]

Are you sure you'll never want to do single pass half blind?   With my Leigh Super 18 I can do single pass half blind almost as fast as I can do lock rabbets.  And it will do sliding dovetails and box joints as well as through dovetails.  Super dust collection and total router support.  I use my CT33 without a bag when I've got a bunch of drawers to make.  My 1400 works well with it. 

SOLD!  I went down to Woodcraft and took a looksie at this fine jig... Needless to say they were out of stock but I should have it in my shop early next week.  I ordered the 18 on the off chance I would need to go larger than 12", but i think it will pay off in droves.

Any need for the dust collector/support arm they sell for 90 bucks?  I have never really questioned my 1400 dust collection (superb in my CMS) but am wondering if it is worth it to not contend with a hose attached to the router.

Cheers all!

I have had it for quite a while and it is worth every penny in my humble opinion. The dust collection very good but what makes it for me is the stable sliding platform..made a world of difference. My arms were no longer sore after a few hours of cutting dovetails.

Cheers,

Peter

 

[fshanno]

I'm assuming you're using Leigh's own vacuum accessory for their jig?  Would you say the dust collection is better than 75% using the 1400?

Yes, better than 75%.  I dovetail a lot of plywood drawer material and it is a pain because long slivers will get lodged in the hose.  Then I'll notice dust and have to clear it.  For hardwood it's fantastic.

 

[RKA]

Perfect, thank you!  Yet another thing on my "list".