I find that many people are calling this method of producing a Breadboard joint as an easy or trick method, should realize that this isn't a breadboard joint (or breadboard end) anymore. This is one reason it is easier since it isn't the joint anymore. This is a specific kind of joint and using dominoes has varied so far from this joint as to not be this joint anymore. I would also challenge those who think that it is, to consider if one made in the same way with dowels would still be a breadboard joint or if the dowels were totally eliminated and used a butt joint was still a breadboard end. It isn't the application of a board across the grain which produces this joint but the method of joinery, and the reason for doing this joinery in the first place.
I find myself wondering if the dominos used are large enough. I have seen other woodworkers use the domino machine to make wider slots and then cut larger tenons to use for a breadboard. Please share your thoughts.
Great idea if you have a domino machine. If you don’t own one, this method may not be as easy as the traditional method. Still I’ll bet it’s not that easy to drill that precisely to matchup with the holes in the floating domino tenon.
We all have to weight the benefits of a new tool vs. the cost. For me, I agree with you, a Domino is absolutely out of the question. BUT Jessem's dowel jig can easily perform this task & is very reasonable. An individual size is under $100. The 1/4", 3/8" & 1/2" kit is around $250. For a hobbyist I think it's perfect. It's not as fast as a Domino but it can perform basically the same function & is extremely accurate. Whatever device gets you into "loose tenon" joinery will unlock a whole new level in your woodworking. I highly recommend it.
I'm glad he got out the festool domino quickly. Saves me from having to watch the whole video.
Definitely didn’t know how to do this before!
Glad it was helpful !
Great video, really made it easy to follow!
Thanks man. I was hoping it was explained well!
I find that many people are calling this method of producing a Breadboard joint as an easy or trick method, should realize that this isn't a breadboard joint (or breadboard end) anymore. This is one reason it is easier since it isn't the joint anymore.
This is a specific kind of joint and using dominoes has varied so far from this joint as to not be this joint anymore. I would also challenge those who think that it is, to consider if one made in the same way with dowels would still be a breadboard joint or if the dowels were totally eliminated and used a butt joint was still a breadboard end.
It isn't the application of a board across the grain which produces this joint but the method of joinery, and the reason for doing this joinery in the first place.
I find myself wondering if the dominos used are large enough. I have seen other woodworkers use the domino machine to make wider slots and then cut larger tenons to use for a breadboard. Please share your thoughts.
Great idea if you have a domino machine. If you don’t own one, this method may not be as easy as the traditional method. Still I’ll bet it’s not that easy to drill that precisely to matchup with the holes in the floating domino tenon.
Doubt those dominos will hold when my drunk uncle leans on the end of my table on Thanksgiving. Or when some movers are lifting it out of a truck.
What size domino did you use?
My mistake. I thought you were actually going to teach something. Not teach how to use a Festool Domino.
Router will do the job.
We all have to weight the benefits of a new tool vs. the cost. For me, I agree with you, a Domino is absolutely out of the question. BUT Jessem's dowel jig can easily perform this task & is very reasonable. An individual size is under $100. The 1/4", 3/8" & 1/2" kit is around $250. For a hobbyist I think it's perfect. It's not as fast as a Domino but it can perform basically the same function & is extremely accurate. Whatever device gets you into "loose tenon" joinery will unlock a whole new level in your woodworking. I highly recommend it.