Finger/box jointer

Jan 09, 2012 5 Replies
T

After using my Black and Decker finger jointer attachment, I fell to wondering if there is a modern equivalent.



Google turned up loads of descriptions on how to make a Jointer for use with a bench saw. This looks OK apart from the need for a dado blade set for the saw.



An alternative suggested was a straight cutter and a dovetail jig. I have been considering such a purchase but been put off by the lack of adjustment (drawer depth has to suit the dovetail jig spacing).



Has anyone come across such a device?



regards


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J

You would need a set of different combs for the jig as well to do finger jointing. Some come with, some have them as extras.

Even the basic ones will handle a drawer up to about 12" deep. You then just position the timber in the jig to get your half pins in the right place top and bottom.

The posher jigs like the leigh ones are fully adjustable as well, so you can position the dovetails wherever you like.

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N

Google "Woodrat" - but not a cheap solution.

There's a comb jointer design on

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that looks tempting

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T

Hmm... expensive way to make up boxes for stacking TV accessories. (PVR, DVD player etc.)

Back to fiddling with the bench saw.

regards

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though I think it over priced. If you have a router table making up the table saw type jig to suit should do the job

Paul Mc Cann

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Would a mitre lock cutter be an option:

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