I want to express my appreciation for all your videos. Thru your work I was inspired to take up woodworking in June 2020. In 6 months I’ve gone from not knowing much and the art of woodworking to being able to build an entire kitchen of new custom cabinets. Now I’m starting to tackle taking on jobs from customers and building custom furniture. Thanks for helping me discover something that has forever transformed my life. God bless.
@@Bourbonmoth I bought a dovetail rig and whilst I can join boards edge to edge, I cant make right angle joints, it can clamp both boards at right angles, but the top board stencil is 1.5"' away from the board and no way to rotate it (Like you need a route bit with a very long shaft), any ideas what this type of jig is and what its use is? It looks to be quite old and made in England.
@@Bourbonmoth couldn't you flip this jig around and use it in the opposite direction for a different size cut say 3/4" ? so this jig cuts 2 different size box joints
@@DeepSnowRider if he made one that cuts 3/8 box joints made the fence 3x3 glulam, made the base 3" wider than the fence, and eliminated the sides and back he could then use the jig to cut door stile tenon's without changing any settings. UA-cam Woodsmith finger joints, their jig makes quick work of variable pins with minimal chance of error, and the jig if planned right can come from a single 2'x2'x1/2" plywood.
Cool. This is by far the easiest method I've seen to build a jig. I've never done box joints due to the complexity, but even an old Pipefitter can do it with your instruction Thanks, Bud.
I might never even use this, but the how-to is amazing. Perfectly understandable, even for a complete beginner. Explanations were super clear. Awesome work, and thank you for taking the time to create!!
You sir are amazing! Thank you so much for putting this up. I'm 73 and just starting to take up woodworking. I'm going to invest in a table circular saw. I need a platform for my bed and a bookshelf - I figure this isn't rocket science - it seems that everything is pretty much made in the shape of a box! Anyway, I'm sure I will be tuning in to your channel a lot. You have a great way of explaining things and your demonstrations are very good. Thanks again.
Wish I had seen a video like this back when I was running a woodworking hobby business. I did mine using a scroll saw with fine blades which took a long time and did not always fit tight like this one did. Thanks for teaching an old man something new.
Hey with your woodworking hobby business, how did that work? How did you start it? Did it cost you money to start up/run? Did you charge people to come & how much (may I ask)? How did it work, did you have a different topic taught each day? Or was it like a lab with free use of machines?
This was awesome! I learned 2 things from this- both how to make a saw sled and how to do the box joints. I haven’t seen a video explaining it so simply and well done! Thanks!
@@jetlaggedchef6806 Just keep in mind that the front fence on a regular sled that's used for making longer cuts, should be more precisely squared than one like this one. On short cuts like this, precise 90º cuts aren't so critical.
You make it look so easy! That's the sign of a good craftsman! I'm a Master Electrician but I'm a newbie to woodworking. I'm disabled due to illness (Cancer, etc...) so I needed something to make me feel productive and woodworking was the answer! Your videos are awesome! BE SAFE,GOD BLESS!🇺🇸🙏❤
I went by your instructions on the jig assembly and I will was amazed. I think I spent more time playing with my datto stack than building the sled. You definitely need to get the stack to match your tooth. My first scrap 4” joint came out perfect and tight. Now it’s time to build some drawers. Thank you for the great video. Wish I could post a picture of my joint.
Great video. Clear concise narrative. Not too much chatting, not tol ittte chatting that leads to borrriinng! Very good technique and great video even with the arm in the way.
Always entertains and always informative. So many videos like this one seem to make the project a little more difficult than it should be. However, Mr. Bourbon Moth talks you through it with good video and to the point verbal directions. I needed someone like him for my college calculus classes - calc is still very Dark Magic to me. Anyway, thank you for your quality presentation and describing the process simply. As always, well done!
this is one of the sturdiest and simplest I've seen. I have found that moving the register peg a few thousandths closer to the blade before fixing the rear fence to the base reduces the peg width just enough to allow for the tightening of the joint caused by the glue. But I am generally making small boxes and using the kerf of my FTG blade instead of a dado stack, might not be an issue with such large fingers. Thanks for sharing, have some drawer boxes to make for the shop, will make myself one of these for sure.
i see this jig as a single use waste of time and material. overbuilt, not square so it cant be used for anything other than this specific box cut. quite a few poorly implemented ideas that will lead future woodworkers to extra frustration and a lot of wasted product.
I've seen videos before on how to use a jig with a pin to make joints like this, but this is the first one I've seen that showed how to use the first board to align the mating board. Thank you! That makes it sooo much easier to understand!
gonna make my husband watch this. This is way better than the kreg jig to make joints and having to fill the hole and cut off the excess. Such a pain. Thanks for the video.
Doesn't this result in a sled that isn't actually sitting on the table though? would it be better to cut the runners a little shy of the table and then install them with coins in the slots to raise them up while you glue?
Thank you so much for posting this video. I have been watching your channel for some time now and made my first jig as a result of your instructions. It was challenging, frustrating, and so rewarding.
I've been watching a number of videos on this technique. Yours is the only video I've seen which talks about and shows how the offsetting cuts are made and then fitted. In other videos it's just magic, you define/explain it well.
Love your videos, man. I know you asked what we'd like to see from you a while back, here's mine :) Would love to see a video of how you start a project from request through measurements, to sketch and how you figure out how much lumber you need to the start of the build.
Thank you for explaining in a simple way how to make these Box joints. From watching your other videos on making a cross cut sled, I see that I Can incorporate the Box joint spacers into the cross cut sled and have Both on One unit, Thanks again !
Great video and tutorial. Just wonder, however, why make it into a box as opposed to a 'standard' table saw sled with a modified front fence? Is it to help keep the fence perfectly vertical?
Great video! I too learned about the simplified method for making repeated box joints and a bonus for the sled build. I have built additional sleds for crosscut and miter joints. I like having a dedicated sled for box joints and now I know how to thanks to your video. Sincere thanks and keep them coming. I'll be watching.
Excellent videos. I'm in the middle of remodeling my kitchen and furnishing a camper van. Your videos have been a tremendous help getting me going. I've bought more gear (Woodworking items) from watching your videos. I hope you get some money/sponsorship from some of these manufactures. Thank Again
Great video. Love the presentation. I'm a UK joinery trained carpenter, working on site with no workshop. Problem is, if you have an amazing workshop, like yours and a dream of mine, this is great. Can you show, using a fixed router in a portable work bench, something similar. Great channel . True craftsmen .
Excellent video tutorial :-) I have just made something inspired by this to use with a router table as I don’t have a dado blade - it works perfectly! Thank you!
Hey, I wanted to start off by saying that I LOVE your videos. I am brand new to wood working and so far I have learned tons of diffrent things from you. Keep up the amazing videos and keep inspiring thousands like me! Cheers!!
Down at the first hurdle, I don't have a plywood stash. I do enjoy watching your expert supervision and your funny delivery. You are a really humorous man. Greetings from all us lady DIYer's in the UK. 🥰
It's awfully involved. I just screw a scrap of wood to my miter gauge with the pin in it. I also make the pin long enough that it can hold all 4 sides at once. Because pushing stock back and forth gets old real fast. Plus the joints come out more accurately if you cut them stacked all up at once too. I clamp my stacks together before I cut them. You still have to do the reversing deal before you stack all the sides up like is shown here. Then you set your stack up on the pin, clamp it all together and cut away.
@@1pcfred exactly what I did. Just made basically his back panel, a few in the common sizes I make. I do 2 sides at once.. I can't visualize how you're doing all 4 sides together and get them to line up right?
@@Turk380 You do the alternating face cuts first of course then stack them all on the pin and clamp them up together. I wrote an article about how I do it here www.instructables.com/How-to-Make-a-Box-Joint-Box/ I think they come out better stacked. It is certainly less back and forth.
0 I would like to say that i find your videos very easy to watch as well as loaded with info and technique . Some other videos are too much talking and somewhat boring. You always seem to get the point across with brevity and wit. Thank so Much ! also the crosscut sled Video was outstanding and all should check it out.
Great video, liked the sled and your design ( very simple) and comfortable to use. And it's good to have good humor!!! it's a woodworking show not a grammar lesson
Just finished making this box joint jig. It works great. I didn’t glue the side with the peg and made two of those. Used pocket screws so I can change them out. One is for 1/2 inch joints the other is for 1/4 inch. I enjoy your videos. Have learned a lot from them
You make my day and I finally decided to make my first cabinet, I am extremely intimidated but you make wood working seem so easy, I just got to try it. Heck, I got most of the tools just too afraid. Thanks for inspiring me.
Glad you showed how to make a box joint after and explained how it works with the little extra on the end. Made sense now. Great content. Big fan. Keep it coming.
This is a great!! A very well demonstrated video. You did a wonderful job. Your instructions were clear. Your arm being in the way is not an issue. I also like you art and the name of your company is very creative. I have subscribed and look forward to you helping me with my next project. (I have to finish my chicken coop first - Cackleberry Castle)
Thanks brother! I'm just starting to build furniture. I've remodeled houses my whole life and I figured it's time for a new hobby! Guys like you are helping me tremendously!
Great video! I've seen other box joint jigs have "keys" (the little tab thingys) that can be switched out to accommodate different sized box joints. I know you only really need one size of box joint for cabinetry, but would it make sense to make that front fence replaceable so you could have the option of different sized box joints?
The front fence doesn't need to be replaceable. You just need to fasten the "key" in a way that it's removable and adjustable. And I would recommend using durable plastic for the "keys" instead of wood. Less friction so the piece will slide on and off the jig more easily. And it will retain a precise shape and create precise cuts pretty much forever. Wood will eventually see the corners get rounded over and things will very sloppy and the keys will need to be replaced. And also easier to make work with any method of making the keys so they can be swapped out.
Right on man. I’m a GC / carpenter. I have very limited bench experience. My wife and I just purchased a home with wood shop studio attached. I’ve got most of my shop tools and just did demo on a log cabin and scored old growth pine flooring and all the cabinets I need to put my shop together. I dig your videos man your teaching skills are right on and simple to grasp. Thank you sir and merry Christmas to you
I have a few fixtures to help, I was a machinist and then an Aircraft Jig / toolmaker. So I am always thinking from the tooling perspective. If your going to perform repeatable operations it’s the only way to go. Box joints, dovetails, splines, and evening holding fixtures are great ideas.
Thank you, I’ve now dare to buy and use a date stack. You are the coolest. Thank you for taking the time to explain, record and entertain. You are my favorite home on UA-cam.
Danny Fernandez the box just makes it nice and sturdy. And no as long as you have a sharp blade and hold the stock firm against the fence there’s no blowout
I gotta tell ya. I love your videos. Keep them coming! But what I think of when I watch them is of a person I knew growing up in the 60s. He was the father of my friend, and he used to teach us things all the time. He was an electrician, but he could build anything! He had the exact same, fun, useful easy to follow style you have. You may be the reincarnation of Mr. Gage, a really good man. Thanks for letting me get nostalgic.
Alessandro: US style saw in Europe: www.igmtools.com/igm-laguna-fusion-3-table-saw/, Dado stack: www.igmtools.com/cmt-grooving-saw-blade-set-d200x6-4-22-2-d30-z24-hw/, unfortunately, at the end of the summer will be saw again
hey man, ive found that a simple rabbet joint is way strong enough for hives (mine are still going strong after 10+ years). No need to put the extra work in, just use high quality wood, not anything with glue and multiple layers! Also waterproof wood glue helps a lot lol, believe me the normal wood glue isnt waterproof (bad mistake). Cheers and happy beekeeping!
This is wonderful. I built a sled similar to your other one (sans the front piece of aluminum...) and now I will be building a box joint jig too. Thank you as always for the awesome information.
I'm not sure what you did there, but I really like it :) I will be returning to this video when I'm ready to get serious about making drawers. Thank you sir!
That's nice!! It takes me forever to make something like this since I have to do cuts like this with a dremel tool due to my lack of functioning arm/leg.
Saw a video of some wood shop teacher trying to explain this but its like he was speaking chinese to me! To many moving parts!! This video made sense and was so easy to understand!! Thank you!!!
@@fraensemeier-fotografie Just order a real saw from somewhere not Germany. It's not like the cops are going to be going door to door busting people with illegal saw blades.
Oh man, this video was great! I attempted my first try at box joints using all the other methods with marking knives, bevels, coping saws, dovetail saws, etc., and it was a complete disaster. I always felt there had to be a jig somewhere that could simplify the process to make perfectly fitting joints, and this sure seems to be the way. Can't wait to give it a try.
Thank you for making such an informative video. Your shop is top notch and the video, procedures, and easy-to-follow instruction makes it "Do Able" for a beginner like me. I'm buying my first set of blades today and cannot wait to get into the garage.
Wow awesome! I’ve never done woodworking but after watching your videos I bought all kinds of tools and table saws and blades and dadoes and making wood projects like you wouldn’t believe. Thanks to you. And all this woodworking really gives me a break from the wife🤔
Tried to make a comment on your tips and tricks video but couldn’t for some reason. The way to locate the center of a board. Applying geometry of congruent triangles, the intersection is the mid point. Good video and good tips. Especially applying glue to cracks.
I'm sure you can do this on a cheap saw with a decent base. The major difference between an cabinet saw and a portable contractor saw is the weight. The weight helps keep the vibrations down. I used a 1½hp saw for YEARS in my business and got awesome results
Easy to understand video and comments. My table saw doesn't have miter slots. I think I can adapt the sled to work as a "saddle" over the blade area. Thanks.
I'm definitely going to have to make THIS box joint sled. I've been watching other videos (sorry). I want to get a set of those metal measuring blocks I see you use. Precision is key. I DID subscribe. Thanks.
The short sides of the box keep the work supporting side square to the table. And the far side of the box bridges across the cut in the sled to keep it all together. Building it as a simple box is just a fast and easy way to accomplish that.
I want to express my appreciation for all your videos. Thru your work I was inspired to take up woodworking in June 2020. In 6 months I’ve gone from not knowing much and the art of woodworking to being able to build an entire kitchen of new custom cabinets. Now I’m starting to tackle taking on jobs from customers and building custom furniture. Thanks for helping me discover something that has forever transformed my life. God bless.
That’s awesome 🙌🏻🙌🏻
Damn my guy, great work! That’s my dream too. Inspired me to get going! Finishing up my workbench, then it’s go time.
@@Bourbonmoth I bought a dovetail rig and whilst I can join boards edge to edge, I cant make right angle joints, it can clamp both boards at right angles, but the top board stencil is 1.5"' away from the board and no way to rotate it (Like you need a route bit with a very long shaft), any ideas what this type of jig is and what its use is? It looks to be quite old and made in England.
@@Bourbonmoth couldn't you flip this jig around and use it in the opposite direction for a different size cut say 3/4" ? so this jig cuts 2 different size box joints
@@DeepSnowRider if he made one that cuts 3/8 box joints made the fence 3x3 glulam, made the base 3" wider than the fence, and eliminated the sides and back he could then use the jig to cut door stile tenon's without changing any settings. UA-cam Woodsmith finger joints, their jig makes quick work of variable pins with minimal chance of error, and the jig if planned right can come from a single 2'x2'x1/2" plywood.
Bro, you are extremely comedic, I'm glad I found your page. I can learn and laugh at the same time!!!
So satisfying!!! You should post a video of cutting and fitting together box joints exclusively. It’s so mesmerizing. I could watch it all day. 😊
Cool. This is by far the easiest method I've seen to build a jig. I've never done box joints due to the complexity, but even an old Pipefitter can do it with your instruction Thanks, Bud.
I might never even use this, but the how-to is amazing. Perfectly understandable, even for a complete beginner. Explanations were super clear. Awesome work, and thank you for taking the time to create!!
That is the most user friendly box joint video I've ever watched. Everyone else makes it so complicated. Good job. Love your sense of humor also.
Go see William Ng, his box joint is a lot simpler and more accurate as well
This is exactly what a UA-cam channel should be. Fun, instructive, and totally useful. Great video. I am building my box joint jig right now!
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You sir are amazing! Thank you so much for putting this up. I'm 73 and just starting to take up woodworking. I'm going to invest in a table circular saw. I need a platform for my bed and a bookshelf - I figure this isn't rocket science - it seems that everything is pretty much made in the shape of a box! Anyway, I'm sure I will be tuning in to your channel a lot. You have a great way of explaining things and your demonstrations are very good. Thanks again.
Wish I had seen a video like this back when I was running a woodworking hobby business. I did mine using a scroll saw with fine blades which took a long time and did not always fit tight like this one did. Thanks for teaching an old man something new.
Hey with your woodworking hobby business, how did that work? How did you start it? Did it cost you money to start up/run? Did you charge people to come & how much (may I ask)? How did it work, did you have a different topic taught each day? Or was it like a lab with free use of machines?
Nothing short of genius; perfection in least number of parts and operations. I'm going to steal your ideas. Many thanks.
This was awesome! I learned 2 things from this- both how to make a saw sled and how to do the box joints. I haven’t seen a video explaining it so simply and well done! Thanks!
same!
@@jetlaggedchef6806 Just keep in mind that the front fence on a regular sled that's used for making longer cuts, should be more precisely squared than one like this one. On short cuts like this, precise 90º cuts aren't so critical.
I watched lots of videos of how to do the joints and I always felt that something was missing! Here you are explaining it! Thanks alot!
I really appreciate that you explain not only the jig but how it works. The design follows the function. Thanks for the great content!
You make it look so easy! That's the sign of a good craftsman! I'm a Master Electrician but I'm a newbie to woodworking. I'm disabled due to illness (Cancer, etc...) so I needed something to make me feel productive and woodworking was the answer! Your videos are awesome! BE SAFE,GOD BLESS!🇺🇸🙏❤
I went by your instructions on the jig assembly and I will was amazed. I think I spent more time playing with my datto stack than building the sled. You definitely need to get the stack to match your tooth. My first scrap 4” joint came out perfect and tight. Now it’s time to build some drawers. Thank you for the great video. Wish I could post a picture of my joint.
Great video. Clear concise narrative. Not too much chatting, not tol ittte chatting that leads to borrriinng! Very good technique and great video even with the arm in the way.
This is without a doubt the best video on box joint jigs I’ve watched
I think your soft humor is terrific. It makes watching this enjoyable
Always entertains and always informative. So many videos like this one seem to make the project a little more difficult than it should be. However, Mr. Bourbon Moth talks you through it with good video and to the point verbal directions. I needed someone like him for my college calculus classes - calc is still very Dark Magic to me. Anyway, thank you for your quality presentation and describing the process simply. As always, well done!
So much more honest and transparent than TOH. Thanks!
this is one of the sturdiest and simplest I've seen. I have found that moving the register peg a few thousandths closer to the blade before fixing the rear fence to the base reduces the peg width just enough to allow for the tightening of the joint caused by the glue. But I am generally making small boxes and using the kerf of my FTG blade instead of a dado stack, might not be an issue with such large fingers. Thanks for sharing, have some drawer boxes to make for the shop, will make myself one of these for sure.
Simple instructions for a simple guy. Sure I'll be watching more of your vids. Thanks, Nel
I have been a woodworker for 30 years. I can't understand why anybody would thumbs down a video,
i see this jig as a single use waste of time and material. overbuilt, not square so it cant be used for anything other than this specific box cut. quite a few poorly implemented ideas that will lead future woodworkers to extra frustration and a lot of wasted product.
@@ShadowZero27 you might lack experience. No big deal
That is the best box joint instruction video I have ever seen. I am positive that I will be able to duplicate that without any problem. Thank you.
I've seen videos before on how to use a jig with a pin to make joints like this, but this is the first one I've seen that showed how to use the first board to align the mating board. Thank you! That makes it sooo much easier to understand!
gonna make my husband watch this. This is way better than the kreg jig to make joints and having to fill the hole and cut off the excess. Such a pain. Thanks for the video.
Love the way you added the glides with glue!! Definitely using this method for future jigs!
Doesn't this result in a sled that isn't actually sitting on the table though? would it be better to cut the runners a little shy of the table and then install them with coins in the slots to raise them up while you glue?
Extremely helpful sir! I pay you the ultimate compliment in saying "You're the man!" Thank you.
Thank you so much for posting this video. I have been watching your channel for some time now and made my first jig as a result of your instructions. It was challenging, frustrating, and so rewarding.
I've been watching a number of videos on this technique. Yours is the only video I've seen which talks about and shows how the offsetting cuts are made and then fitted. In other videos it's just magic, you define/explain it well.
Amazing channel for someone like me just starting out in woodworking, but your humorous nature is what got me to subscribe 🤣
Same. I love these videos and the instructor is fantastic.
As before your work is second to none may God continue to bless you and your family outstanding job.
Love your videos, man. I know you asked what we'd like to see from you a while back, here's mine :) Would love to see a video of how you start a project from request through measurements, to sketch and how you figure out how much lumber you need to the start of the build.
You, of all people, could make that interesting and engaging 😄
Thank you for explaining in a simple way how to make these Box joints. From watching your other videos on making a cross cut sled, I see that I Can incorporate the Box joint spacers into the cross cut sled and have Both on One unit, Thanks again !
Great video and tutorial. Just wonder, however, why make it into a box as opposed to a 'standard' table saw sled with a modified front fence? Is it to help keep the fence perfectly vertical?
I was always curious how this was done, but I appreciate you taking the time to really do a thorough explanation.
Great video! I too learned about the simplified method for making repeated box joints and a bonus for the sled build. I have built additional sleds for crosscut and miter joints. I like having a dedicated sled for box joints and now I know how to thanks to your video. Sincere thanks and keep them coming. I'll be watching.
Excellent videos. I'm in the middle of remodeling my kitchen and furnishing a camper van. Your videos have been a tremendous help getting me going. I've bought more gear (Woodworking items) from watching your videos. I hope you get some money/sponsorship from some of these manufactures. Thank Again
Great video! Wondering if you can make a future video of cabinet carcasses and face frames? Thanks
Yes indeed
@@Bourbonmoth This I very much want to see. I really want to build my own kitchen cabinets.
Great video. Love the presentation. I'm a UK joinery trained carpenter, working on site with no workshop. Problem is, if you have an amazing workshop, like yours and a dream of mine, this is great. Can you show, using a fixed router in a portable work bench, something similar. Great channel . True craftsmen .
Excellent video tutorial :-) I have just made something inspired by this to use with a router table as I don’t have a dado blade - it works perfectly! Thank you!
I went through a bunch of different ideas for box joint gigs yours was the simplest and it worked great.that’s a bunch
Hey, I wanted to start off by saying that I LOVE your videos. I am brand new to wood working and so far I have learned tons of diffrent things from you. Keep up the amazing videos and keep inspiring thousands like me! Cheers!!
Down at the first hurdle, I don't have a plywood stash. I do enjoy watching your expert supervision and your funny delivery. You are a really humorous man. Greetings from all us lady DIYer's in the UK. 🥰
A very impressive build. I absolutely love this jig, I am adding it to my To-Do list.
I am your new fan.
Thanks for sharing
It's awfully involved. I just screw a scrap of wood to my miter gauge with the pin in it. I also make the pin long enough that it can hold all 4 sides at once. Because pushing stock back and forth gets old real fast. Plus the joints come out more accurately if you cut them stacked all up at once too. I clamp my stacks together before I cut them. You still have to do the reversing deal before you stack all the sides up like is shown here. Then you set your stack up on the pin, clamp it all together and cut away.
@@1pcfred exactly what I did. Just made basically his back panel, a few in the common sizes I make. I do 2 sides at once.. I can't visualize how you're doing all 4 sides together and get them to line up right?
@@Turk380 You do the alternating face cuts first of course then stack them all on the pin and clamp them up together. I wrote an article about how I do it here www.instructables.com/How-to-Make-a-Box-Joint-Box/ I think they come out better stacked. It is certainly less back and forth.
You sir are a great teacher! Thanks for making this so clear.
You are one of the best teachers on the internet, your builds are always so easy to replicate
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I would like to say that i find your videos very easy to watch as well as loaded with info and technique . Some other videos are too much talking and somewhat boring. You always seem to get the point across with brevity and wit. Thank so Much ! also the crosscut sled Video was outstanding and all should check it out.
Great video, liked the sled and your design ( very simple) and comfortable to use. And it's good to have good humor!!! it's a woodworking show not a grammar lesson
Best box joint jig i have ever seen. Simply brilliant.
This guy is so freaking smart and funny, one of my favorite in UA-cam of not my favorite. 🤣👍👍👍👍👍
Just finished making this box joint jig. It works great. I didn’t glue the side with the peg and made two of those. Used pocket screws so I can change them out. One is for 1/2 inch joints the other is for 1/4 inch. I enjoy your videos. Have learned a lot from them
You make my day and I finally decided to make my first cabinet, I am extremely intimidated but you make wood working seem so easy, I just got to try it. Heck, I got most of the tools just too afraid. Thanks for inspiring me.
AMEN!
Stop being scared and get on with it. Safety first of course.
so appreciate that you explain not only the jig but how it works.
Glad you showed how to make a box joint after and explained how it works with the little extra on the end. Made sense now. Great content. Big fan. Keep it coming.
I love the way you squint when operating your saws so much better than safety glasses.
This is a great!! A very well demonstrated video. You did a wonderful job. Your instructions were clear. Your arm being in the way is not an issue. I also like you art and the name of your company is very creative. I have subscribed and look forward to you helping me with my next project. (I have to finish my chicken coop first - Cackleberry Castle)
Thanks brother! I'm just starting to build furniture. I've remodeled houses my whole life and I figured it's time for a new hobby! Guys like you are helping me tremendously!
I made one but made that tab longer so I can do 8 at a time - works great!
Watching all the way from the Bahamas... I just want to thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Great video!
I've seen other box joint jigs have "keys" (the little tab thingys) that can be switched out to accommodate different sized box joints. I know you only really need one size of box joint for cabinetry, but would it make sense to make that front fence replaceable so you could have the option of different sized box joints?
The front fence doesn't need to be replaceable. You just need to fasten the "key" in a way that it's removable and adjustable.
And I would recommend using durable plastic for the "keys" instead of wood. Less friction so the piece will slide on and off the jig more easily. And it will retain a precise shape and create precise cuts pretty much forever. Wood will eventually see the corners get rounded over and things will very sloppy and the keys will need to be replaced. And also easier to make work with any method of making the keys so they can be swapped out.
Right on man. I’m a GC / carpenter. I have very limited bench experience. My wife and I just purchased a home with wood shop studio attached. I’ve got most of my shop tools and just did demo on a log cabin and scored old growth pine flooring and all the cabinets I need to put my shop together. I dig your videos man your teaching skills are right on and simple to grasp. Thank you sir and merry Christmas to you
I never realized how much jig making goes into woodworking.
I have a few fixtures to help, I was a machinist and then an Aircraft Jig / toolmaker. So I am always thinking from the tooling perspective. If your going to perform repeatable operations it’s the only way to go. Box joints, dovetails, splines, and evening holding fixtures are great ideas.
Clay Mango all aspects of woodworking inc whittling
You'll make more jigs than projects. If you're serious, find a local source of Baltic birch plywood.
Thank you so much, this allowed me to make some Bee Boxes. I love your dry sense of humor, you crack me up while you teach. Good Job.
Seriously dude, one of the most informative and easy to watch videos ever! Keep up the good work
Thank you, I’ve now dare to buy and use a date stack. You are the coolest. Thank you for taking the time to explain, record and entertain. You are my favorite home on UA-cam.
what's purpose of the box sled as opposed to a regular sled? also, do you get much blowout on the plywood backs?
Danny Fernandez the box just makes it nice and sturdy. And no as long as you have a sharp blade and hold the stock firm against the fence there’s no blowout
I gotta tell ya. I love your videos. Keep them coming! But what I think of when I watch them is of a person I knew growing up in the 60s. He was the father of my friend, and he used to teach us things all the time. He was an electrician, but he could build anything! He had the exact same, fun, useful easy to follow style you have. You may be the reincarnation of Mr. Gage, a really good man. Thanks for letting me get nostalgic.
Amazing result. I wish we could find Dado Stack and US style table saw also in Europe!
Just import one I did skil with the big wheels
Revolt against your overlords. Tell them you can wear big boy pants and everything!
Alessandro: US style saw in Europe: www.igmtools.com/igm-laguna-fusion-3-table-saw/, Dado stack: www.igmtools.com/cmt-grooving-saw-blade-set-d200x6-4-22-2-d30-z24-hw/, unfortunately, at the end of the summer will be saw again
You can make this exact type of jig for a router table too.
@@kevinboas6607 That was what I thought when I've seen the comment above. 👍🤟
Your way of describing the work makes it easy to understand, and you make the videos a bit of fun to watch... Can't wait to try these box joints!!!
Needed this! I’m getting things together so I can make my own bee hives. Thanks a bunch!
hey man, ive found that a simple rabbet joint is way strong enough for hives (mine are still going strong after 10+ years). No need to put the extra work in, just use high quality wood, not anything with glue and multiple layers! Also waterproof wood glue helps a lot lol, believe me the normal wood glue isnt waterproof (bad mistake). Cheers and happy beekeeping!
Amazing. I’m new so I’m thankful for this perfect explanation that a child could comprehend.
This is wonderful. I built a sled similar to your other one (sans the front piece of aluminum...) and now I will be building a box joint jig too. Thank you as always for the awesome information.
I'm not sure what you did there, but I really like it :) I will be returning to this video when I'm ready to get serious about making drawers. Thank you sir!
"ooooh box joints" lol so snarky love it. now if only i had a table saw....
and a dado blade. (note to self; buy that dado blade set you always wanted.)
Thank you for the explanation. Concise and no fluff! Appreciate the sharing of your knowledge.
That's nice!! It takes me forever to make something like this since I have to do cuts like this with a dremel tool due to my lack of functioning arm/leg.
Saw a video of some wood shop teacher trying to explain this but its like he was speaking chinese to me! To many moving parts!! This video made sense and was so easy to understand!! Thank you!!!
That intro!
That voice.
Instantly subbed.
Absolutely love your videos. I went out and bought a dovetail jig prior to watching this very simple build. I wish I'd seen this first.
Great video! Now do one for people with a saw that doesn’t accept dado stacks 🙂
Yes please!
Just get a real saw.
@@Rowgue51 dados not allowed in Germany, unfortunatelly ;)
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Just order a real saw from somewhere not Germany. It's not like the cops are going to be going door to door busting people with illegal saw blades.
@@fraensemeier-fotografie Wait, seriously?
Everyday I get on UA-cam. And everyday I get this video recommended to me. Guess I’m learning how to make a jig
Well done, this is a great video! Thank you.
Oh man, this video was great! I attempted my first try at box joints using all the other methods with marking knives, bevels, coping saws, dovetail saws, etc., and it was a complete disaster. I always felt there had to be a jig somewhere that could simplify the process to make perfectly fitting joints, and this sure seems to be the way. Can't wait to give it a try.
Dude.. man crush happening right now.. that was brilliant bro!!
Thank you for making such an informative video. Your shop is top notch and the video, procedures, and easy-to-follow instruction makes it "Do Able" for a beginner like me. I'm buying my first set of blades today and cannot wait to get into the garage.
I like the super glue and activator trick. Pretty slick there bradda!
Wow awesome! I’ve never done woodworking but after watching your videos I bought all kinds of tools and table saws and blades and dadoes and making wood projects like you wouldn’t believe. Thanks to you.
And all this woodworking really gives me a break from the wife🤔
It really brings it "together"!
Your good and funny 👏,👍
Tried to make a comment on your tips and tricks video but couldn’t for some reason. The way to locate the center of a board. Applying geometry of congruent triangles, the intersection is the mid point. Good video and good tips. Especially applying glue to cracks.
All I need now is a decent table saw.😂😂
For real .
I'm sure you can do this on a cheap saw with a decent base. The major difference between an cabinet saw and a portable contractor saw is the weight. The weight helps keep the vibrations down.
I used a 1½hp saw for YEARS in my business and got awesome results
Or a Festool gliding miter saw and a Festool shopvac. LOL
Same
Dammm true
best demo yet, cowboy thanks, 47 year carpenter
I’m not sure why there are sides on it? It seems like it would limit your work. I have the same jig, except the sides
Yea, that's been bugging me as well, it's a solid case of over-engineering
Easy to understand video and comments. My table saw doesn't have miter slots. I think I can adapt the sled to work as a "saddle" over the blade area. Thanks.
Great! Something else added to my list of things I need to do!! 👍🏼
I'm definitely going to have to make THIS box joint sled. I've been watching other videos (sorry). I want to get a set of those metal measuring blocks I see you use. Precision is key. I DID subscribe. Thanks.
Why does the sled need to be a box at all? Is there an application I'm missing here?
@Edward Williams too late
So that you can play with your pet while cutting.
So you don't forget what it is used for
The short sides of the box keep the work supporting side square to the table. And the far side of the box bridges across the cut in the sled to keep it all together. Building it as a simple box is just a fast and easy way to accomplish that.
One of the best teachers and woodworkers i seen
I have the same jig! It's amazing! Thank-you for the great video!
What an amazing video, you have impeccable communication skills.
Thank you