Re: Just A Quick Note

Aug 15, 2003 3 Replies


Woodcraft is selling a Delta-clone tendon jig. It is well-made and very


> appealing. (It's about $70).
>
> Be AWARE.
>
> It is made for a right-tilting saw. Although it says that it can be
> reversed, it cannot be reversed safely. (The handles and the wood support
> cannot be reversed and end up on the back side of the jig, if you try to set
> it up for a left-tilting saw.)
>
> James....

At the risk of sounding like a complete noob, I'll ask this question:


Will the fact that the jig is made for a right-tilting saw have any bearing on the situation if you don't plan to bevel the tenons? I mean, I'd hate to have an excuse to go buy a new saw and all, but... :)


Thanks, Rob



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I'd have to go look at mine (older model), but doesn't Delta's do the same thing?

I use my Delta on a left tilt but, would never use it to cut bevels in any event.

Perhaps there is newer model tenon jig from Delta that sets up differently?

No. It will not. It will work perfectly well, as long as the blade is verticle.

However, for some floating panels, in cabinet doors destined for the shop or the laundry room, I've been known to just make bevel cuts.

James...

And lerts do well around power tools so be alert

/// Smokey

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