Create a Bridle Joint

Learn to make a bridle joint using only hand tools. Steve Branam teaches the hand skills necessary to master the bridle joint. Learn more about joinery at www.popularwoodworking.com/techniques/joinery

[@davetaylor5501]

Thank you for this video, I always find it easier after watching someone else do it

[@edcaffey4248]

Thank you for sharing.
Excellent process.

[@grahamreeve673]

It's those little things like the way you used the knife. Thank you.

[@georgeb7332]

I haven't found a way to make the glue-filler trick work. It's fine after sanding, but add finish and it stands out like a huge zit - especially on certain species.

[@mwrcrft]

Went into a bridle joint about 27 years ago and the glue still holds.

[@lbhunter6341]

Matt Robin - 33 years for me and it's stronger than ever before!

[@JoelWetzel]

I dream of one day getting to use such a nice saw as yours. I'm knocking out dovetails with my dozuki but it's not the best tool for the job, even if it is the best saw I've ever owned.

[@andrewryskamp6174]

do you have a template for that saw handle?

[@moedusa]

So he "trimmed" about 5 mm of waste on each side with a block plane. Magic!

[@thecrazyisreal]

I love it. And through the power of editing, 10 minutes seems like 5 seconds.

[@vpatel9]

I hope this is not popular woodworking. Why bother making a video of bad craftsmanship?

[@briarfox637]

What's bad about it?

[@briarfox637]

@@jwm6314 I was just asking. I'm familiar with the likes of Paul Sellers, Rob Cosman, and Frank Klaus. I merely asked bc I hate it when someone criticizes a video but doesn't say why. Its not obvious to some. Pet peeve of mine.

[@briarfox637]

@@jwm6314 lol true story