Whether you are a fulltime professional woodworker or a weekend hobbyist, you will find that the keller woodworking tools make dovetailing easy and efficient with perfect results using the keller dovetail jigs is enjoyable and profitable, and works for you with no test cuts no complicated, fussy. Harlan demonstrates how to make through dovetails with the keller dovetail jig. Reviewed in the united states on february 11, 2017 took a dovetail making class at sfs techshop and wanted an easier method for making them at home. Its simple to use, though unlike jigs that cut pins and tails in one fell swoop, it takes two operations and two different cutters one for tails, another for pins. Sp hardware llc sp 2pcs aluminum alloy dovetail marker set dovetail marking jig featuring 1. Place the jig on your bench top so the front lap rests against the front of the bench top. Works well with many different widths, lengths, and thicknesses of wood, ensuring a good performance. The keller dovetail system is designed for beginners and hobbyists. I tried caller dave keller but only got a machine and no call back so any help here would be greatly appreciated. Page 4 the leigh jigs guidefinger assembly can be in any one of four joint modes, depending on what type of joint and which part of the joint you are routing. Im guessing the block the jig is mounted on has to be moved, so less material is taken off the pins and more from the tails, but im hesitant to try it. The recommended procedure for the keller is to cut the tail boards first and then scribe a line on the pin boards corresponding to the position of one of the tails. Any input from users of the keller jig, greatly appreciated. Setting up a dovetail jig for perfect dovetails dovetail.
By the way, i am no newcomer to the leigh, having owned and used it for over 20 years, and i still. I purchased the keller 1601 due to its ability to produce through dovetails with no setuptest cuts, it handles work pieces of unlimited width, and it does not use guide bushings its cutters include guide bearings to guide the cutters through its templates. Mar 03, 2017 dovetail jigs included in this wiki include the mlcs 6406, keller journeyman system 51500, leigh super 12, portercable 4216 super jig, general tools 861 pro, rockler complete, and woodstock. Mlcs self spacing edge guides allow precise offset for perfectly aligned joints. Includes everything youll need to get started cutting, along with. No better jig then a keller keller dovetail jigsyour next woodworking projects can be dovetailed in minutes with the keller dovetail jigs. What makes this demo different than others you may find on. The keller 1500 journeyman dovetail jig is great for hobbyists and beginning woodworkers who wish to cut through dovetail joints in drawers, cabinets, midsized furniture and smaller boxes.
Ideal for woodworking, furniture, and cabinet making, our 12in. Professional caliber single or mixedpitch dovetail and finger joint jigs, full, spaced and angled of any length made quickly and inexpensively, using a standard router. Jestuous dovetail router bit 12 inch cutting diameter 14 shank diameter 8 degree carbide. The leigh d4r pro dovetail jig will help you rout an infinite variety of joints, and all of its major functions are described in detail in this guide. You will love it if you are doing small or midsize projects at home. While some find hand cutting dovetails with a saw and a sharp set of chisels a rewarding experience, others want to cut the joint with a minimum of fuss and a great deal faster. Download this pdf if you need help choosing jigs, kits and accessories. Setting up a dovetail jig for perfect dovetails setting up a dovetail jig for perfect dovetails is a problem that many woodworkers encounter when they first start to use a dovetail jig. All dovetail jigs come with both the standard dovetail and the straight carbidetipped industrial bits, with ballbearing template guides and illustrated instructions. Nov 20, 2017 there are numerous jigs for cutting dovetails with a router.
The most popular of the pro series, the keller 1601 is great for dovetailing drawers, cabinets. The master joinery set is a complete joinery solution. Optional router bits are available for each of the woodworking tools to expand its range of capabilities. Dec 29, 2004 these days, keller offers dovetail jigs in 36.
The backtoback model handles wood 18 to 34 inches thick of any width with a single template precisionmilled from phenolic plate. Keller dovetail jigs if you want to make a desk that will last long enough for your grand kids to use it, make the drawers with dovetails. I heard that kellers patent ran out and peachtree copied it. Works best for hobbyists looking to perform small or averagesize projects. Like the rest of the proven keller family of woodworking tools, the model 1500 is completely enjoyable, simple. The keller dovetail jig system 51500 is a device that is capable of cutting wood and boring holes through wooden blocks.
This keller dovetail jig is designed for joining smaller projects such as cabinets, drawers, jewelry boxes, and gift items. The keller 1500 journeyman dovetail jig is great for hobbyists and beginning. Keller 1500 journeyman dovetail jig whether fair or not, dovetail joints are widely considered the mark of true craftsmanship when it comes to woodworking. Dec 17, 2007 a while back i saw a post on a ww forum dont remember which one where a stop was made for the keller dovetail jig. John moody and i were talking today about dovetail jigs. Keller dovetail jig woodworking blog videos plans how to. It is equipped with a 15inch precisionmilled template that enables the user to create wood projects in an accurate and fast way. Sales were slow until keller took his jig to a woodworking machinery show in 1983. Dovetail jigs included in this wiki include the mlcs 6406, keller journeyman system 51500, leigh super 12, portercable 4216 super jig, general tools 861 pro, rockler complete, and woodstock. The keller 1500 journeyman dovetail jig is a simple and versatile 15inch precisionmilled clampon template dovetail system. Keller model 1601 pro series dovetail jig expensive but. Your jig purchase includes a phenolic guide, standard dovetail bit, straight bit, ballbearing template guides, and fully illustrated instructions. The bigger fixtures make a larger dovetail pattern, and handle thicker wood.
Manual figure 1 shows the dovetail jig with handles. Has anyone else had this problem with the keller 1500 dovetail jig. Jul 15, 2017 the keller dovetail system 1500 journeyman is the more economical version of the 1601 pro series also from keller. This package includes a template for halfblind, rabbeted halfblind, and sliding dovetails, and a template for through dovetails and box joints. Make the jigs needed for almost all typical dovetailing applications with the dovetailtemplatemaster. In order cut dovetails into thinner stock, you must use optional router bits which are sold separately. How to cut dovetails with a keller jig popular woodworking.
Keller applies its classic dovetail jig design to the 1601 proseries heavy duty templates for dovetails of any width. Keller through dovetail jig the keller is considered by some as the easiesttouse through dovetail jig. Each kit comes with the two bits needed for use, and complete instructions. A while back i saw a post on a ww forum dont remember which one where a stop was made for the keller dovetail jig.
Or if anyone that has the jig, can tell me the type mounting screws used. I like the ball bearing based 14 router bits for the tail and pin. Place the mounted dovetail jig tail side on the end of stock. Accessories 4211 accessory kit includes the template, router bit, and templet guide included with the model 4210. Jul 29, 2008 keller 1500 journeyman dovetail jig whether fair or not, dovetail joints are widely considered the mark of true craftsmanship when it comes to woodworking. The precise depth of cut, which determines joint tightness, seldom is exactly what the manual calls for. I am hoping there may be an easy place to find a copy of manualinstructions. Your next woodworking projects can be dovetailed in minutes with the keller dovetail jigs. I am hoping there may be an easy place to find a copy of manual instructions. This backtoback model sports a simple design that those who are new to jigs will adapt to fast. The instructions for using this jig show the work piece and the jig clamped with the jig facing. Eliminate replacement costs created when dovetail jigs are inevitably. As you become more experienced it gets more intuitive, but to begin with it can seem as if youre never going to get it right. Extendable dovetail jig peachtree woodworking supply.
The owners manual for your dovetail fixture will cover the details of setting up, but there are some important points that it probably wont mention. Please read, understand, and follow all manufacturers instructions, guidelines and owners manuals. This means assembly is required as well as pieces of wood stock for it to work. The keller dovetail system 51500 journeyman dovetail jig is an economical choice for the beginner or hobbyists doing small to midsize projects.
Includes 6 templates, 3 bushings, and 6 router bits. In an attempt to save a little money, i bought the 1601 keller dovetail templates, on ebay, minus the instructions mounting hardware etc. Setting up a dovetail jig for perfect dovetails is a problem that many woodworkers encounter when they first start to use a dovetail jig. Keller model 1601 pro series dovetail jig expensive but professional template keller applies its classic dovetail jig design to the 1601 proseries heavy duty templates for dovetails of any width. Keller dovetail system 51500 journeyman dovetail jig best dovetail jig for small boxes. Locate the mounting holes in the rear and front of the jig. Make sure dovetail jig rests flat on the tail stock and. Make halfblind dovetail, through dovetail and box joints. Rockler may not carry all products andor sizes listed. Position the jig, so that there are equal distances on either side of the jig. The keller dovetail system 1500 journeyman is the more economical version of the 1601 pro series also from keller. The model 1500, manufactured since 1996, is an economical version of our model 1601 pro series. Yakamoz 2pcs 14 inch shank dovetail joint router bits with bearing guide dovetail jig bit for furniture building cabinet making woodwo.
Includes the mlcs steel dovetail jig, six templates, three bushings and six router bits. Reduced in size to print two pages to one 812 x 14 or b5 printer page. The details for basic joints are found in the instruction manual for the 4212 dovetail jig, along with information regarding the use of various router bits andor templet guides, and will not be repeated in this supplemental manual. Build it simple, and they will come the keller dovetail jig is the. However, these are a bit heavyweight and so limits portability.
Theyre practically bulletproof and are wonderfully straightforward to use. View and download wolfcraft 4250 instruction manual online. The dovetail jig handles stock up to 114 thick and 12 wide and mounts easily to your bench top. Dovetail jig question keller and peachtree machinery. The purpose of this document is to provide you with an advanced knowledge of the jig and to promote that. The keller dovetail system 51500 journeyman dovetail jig is an economical choice for the beginner or hobbyist doing small to midsize projects. Fixture holds both work pieces simultaneously both male and female dovetail cuts are made at the same time. Keller dovetail system 51500 journeyman dovetail jig. We both have the peachtree version and the discussion got around to replacement bits and it looks like the amana bit for the keller system is identical to the peachtree bit. On the contrary, keller dovetail jig is made of a wooden frame, which increases the portability due to its lightweight. Create strong, fine looking dovetail joints with this easytouse dovetail jig and your router. Scribe the hole locations and determine whether to use nuts and bolts, or screws. It is a 15 inch stencil type dovetail jig and comes with two router bits included.
Unlike bench mounted dovetail jigs, all keller dovetail system jigs are mounted on shopmade backer boards, which allows for an extremely versatile setup. Looked at peachtrees similar dovetail jig system before going with the original keller. This jigs heavyduty camtype clamps with sandpaperbacked locking bars provide a firm grip. My keller manual, i swear, resides about 10 miles from our shop. Keller aluminum dovetail templates have been around since 1976, and now i know why. The backtoback model handles wood 18 to 34 thick of any width with a single template precisionmilled from phenolic plate. Suitable for production work or small scale dovetail joinery, the model w1099 enables you to simultaneously cut 58 halfblind dovetails and pins with a router, guide bushing, and dovetail bit. There are numerous jigs for cutting dovetails with a router. I purchased the keller 1601 due to its ability to produce through dovetails with no setuptest cuts, it handles work pieces of unlimited width, and it does not use guide bushings its cutters include guide bearings to.
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