This was a fun one! It's super satisfying to see an idea come to fruition and work as you had hoped. To be honest, I didn't think it was going to work as well as it does! I really like how you hardly need any hardware to assemble the jig, basically just 2 bolts and nuts for the tightening knobs, and everything else can just be scrap wood that's lying around. But one of the best things about this jig is the ability for lateral cleanups (explained in the video) which allows for perfect-fitting joints. If you spot a way it could be improved upon, don't hesitate to drop it in a comment below. Thanks for watching!
I like your approach - nice and simple and gets the job done. However I'm also an engineer so can't help offering a suggestion. The weakest link is the key just glued in place ( at 9:14 ) . Its important that the key is exactly the same width as your saw blade otherwise the joints would be too loose or too tight. So if you make a saw kerf in the back mount and insert a matching width key in the saw kerf it will be much stronger and less likely to break over time. Cheers...
Hah, funny you should say that. Although the key has remained strong so far, I made another copy of this jig and made a slot in the back of the fence where I can wedge in the key for more stability. Great minds must think alike!
Very nice , I did woodworking for 17 years professionally and now retired and disabled enjoy watching videos I like the fact that yours is simple to build and use some of the others on TH-cam over complicate things with all the moving parts and mathematical equations I used to preach to apprentices that were on the ball that there are a hundred ways to do it but pick a way you know works each time, mine may not be the best for you but it works for me and hasn't failed yet the kiss system is a good one in our trade since no two pieces of wood are the same if you screw one up there is no grabbing another to fix your mistake , that was always the best part of the job getting the grain patterns cut correctly and when you start getting too complicated is when failure is easier ... keep it simple stupid is what I tell myself all the time
A point of view of woodworking is the perspective that adjustable with high accuracy yet ultra-simple concept in jig design creates an eloquence that only woodworkers can appreciate.
I think your idea is worth making , for the longest time I've been looking for something simple to make finger joints , this fits the bill for me , thank you so much for generously sharing your jig idea , God Bless you man !
That is the most and efficient jig that i've ever see ... i've see o matheus on woodgears some jigs about fingering joints...that are to way complicated to build ..but this ...this is gold to me ! I will build it in short time ! Thanks alot for sharing this with us ! Keep it going like that !
THANK YOU! I built your finger joint jig and am very pleased with the results. The design is elegant in its simplicity, accuracy and repeatability. My saw blade is 3/32nds wide, resulting in a key that is somewhat flimsy... I just read your comment below and was about to suggest a slot for the key, to improve stiffness and replaceability. Thanks again.
Ok maybe I’ll finally make a finger joint jig! This one is simple and your video is really clear on the process even without plans. Making wide fingers without massive router bits is easy too, so long as they’re three times the width of any router bit: just make the usual template and then remove every third tooth from the comb. When cutting using this comb just skip the narrow gaps.
Just made one and i have to say it is great i didn't realize how easy it is to work Oh man you are a genius and free plans as well witch not many people are kind enough to give out. I am going to tell everyone about your channel thank you so much Best of Irish luck to you
Best tip was at 10:15 being able to straddle over the blade horizontally. Doing something like that would normally scare the daylights out of me but what a great way to clean things up from an ATB blade!
Thank you for finger joint jig I’ve just finished mine copied from many viewing of your TH-cam listing but after a few miss starts it’s finished great keep up the releases it’s great
Wow what a find this video is, I have been wanting to build a finger jointing jig for ages but never really fancied the more complex ones out there, clever though they are. Yours will be just perfect for me. And you have taken the trouble to offer free plans. Thank you very much, you sir are a generous Gentleman. Regards Rob
@2:47. Thanks for the tip...I have a bunch of hardwoods, but didn't know the names...I recognise the pattern from the Oak pieces...so thanks for the tip!
I just made this, it works well. I could not get my router to make the guide accurate enough, probably because its a green bosch so I did my guide manually, scribing the spacing with a ruler and knife, then carefully used the tablesaw with the sled, very clean and accurate.
Found yourself a new subscriber, who will definitely be building one of these, in the not too distant future, so many thanks for the free plans. I must've watched almost every video on here, about making this type of jig, but it's perfect for me, here in England, as we are not allowed to use Dado stacks, so the single blade jig is perfect. Super jig & thank you for sharing it. God bless you. Glyn.
I had no idea that you're not able to use Dado stacks in England. After reading your comment I found myself searching the web for articles explaining why. So glad that my jig will hopefully help you out in your dilemma. Thanks for subscribing and commenting! And God bless you too, brother!
Love you Drew! You're amazing at wood working, you're funny and I love your ingenuity. Thanks for sharing via video and downloadable plans. I built my flp cart and several jugs via your plans and the plan details were perfect! Thanks!
Thanks, Eric! There's definitely room for improvement, so let me know what your ideas are and how it turns out. Maybe they'll make it into my version 2. :)
The blooper reel was instructive. "That's why you can't use hardwood for your templates," explained why you couldn't just use the router to cut your joints in the first place.
Thank you very much! I used table saw for make templates - it is alternative for those who haven't got router table. Of course I mean about template 3x wider than the blade. Thank you
I always look forward to your next upload! I know it takes a lot of time to do the quality video you provide, but always want more. I have seen many ideas for box joint jigs, your ideas will be the one I build. It’s the best I have seen.
What a great jig. I enjoy watching and learning something new from gifted designers and woodworkers. I retired from building and woodworking. Great Stuff
Thanks for the kind words! And I wouldn't call me "gifted". I'm just an average computer nerd that's dabbling in woodworking from time to time. I guarantee that you know way more than I ever will!
GREAT simple design. I especially like the versatility of the guides and that you can easily "clean" out the cut. Thanks. This is MUCH easier to make compared to the other ones on the web.
thanks for the plans ...... as I was viewing the plans I thought a nice feature would be to glue some Plastic Mirror Reflective Film on the facing rise at the front of the jig ( or is it back ? ) so you can look into the mirror and see the cuts being made .... practical ? probably not, but I personally like to see whats going on. Also I noticed you might be able to add different size notches to the "tops" of each template as well .... just turn it over for another size .... . GREAT PROJECT ! !
Highly impressed watched twice and downloaded sketch up plan I have not made it yet but am certain it will work.You're correct a clamping system will help I do not think it will be difficult to adapt. I have not seen anything online as good In the UK we can not use Dadoes blades so this is a real gem of an idea Once again I think its great Many thanks
Thank you very much for the nice comment, Martin! Best of luck making it! I'm sure it will work out for you as well as it has for me. I'd be interested to see your jig with the enhancements if you care to share it. Let me know once you have it put together!
Great video, Fishers's Shop, great idea, Im a wood working noob, just watching youtube videos , and learning what I want to do.Box joints are one of them, I have seen some pretty cool jigs , most pretty complicated, this is really simple , yet efective. I must try it out when I have the time.
Like the look of this and plan to replace my overly complicated jig with something like this. In particular I like the compactness of your design. Thanks for sharing.
Great video. First time seeing your channel. The bloopers were really funny. Seems like a pretty smart idea. As a new woodworker the jig is way more involved than I’m capable of at this point. I guess I need to buy a router table, band saw, disc sander.
I think this is a great jig. I was considering using dovetails for my project but they are quite involved. Box cuts would simple enough but lacked a good jig - this has filled that gap. In the UK dado stacks aren't sold, or at the best, very uncommon - again, this jig addresses that. This is a very well thought out jig that has got so many benefits. I can't wait to try this out.
Great video, wood have also loved to see the joints after you had sanded them thanks for posting from garry in the UK, I have just bought the set of 3 jigs 1 and 2 from you
Mr. Fisher say hello to another Fisher. My name is Daniel Fisher from MS, although my dad was originally from a town just south of Akron, OH. Who knows, we may be somewhat related. Liked the jig, nice make up. However, if I made finger joints, I would use my dado blade and cut each finger the width needed all at once instead of making multiple passes. Also I subscribed, hit the bell and gave it a 👍. Like one guy said about your vids, no music! 😍
good for you, good job and no intent to make money , I love it! I think its wonderful that no one is perfect but sharing your ideas is so wonderful and informative. Thank You so very much!
Plans for this one were removed since this version was replaced with my newer, much improved, version 2.0 that you can see in my Table Saw Jigs pt. 2 video.
Hahahahaaa, I love the bloopers at the end...most guys don't show the trial and error that goes into pulling a prototype idea off (and all makers know how much trial and error happens). Nice one bug guy...awesome tutorial.
Very simple. I like it and presently waiting for the glue to dry on mine now. However I'm adding toggle clamps to the face with a tee track as you suggested. Thanks for the free drawing.
I very much enjoy your videos. Now if only my neighbor would leave a Bandsaw and Jointer out for me to rehome I too can make this simple jig. Heck I’m hopeful he leaves a Planer out too!
this is the first video i saw from your channel, and after the bloopers i clicked subscribe - It's good to see all the fun that happens in the making of the video/project!
Hola! 🖐Really like this video and so do 700k+ others that have viewed it. I'm watching your videos from oldest to newest and I see in the comments that you have a better version. It's difficult but I'll watch in the order the videos are posted so I will have to wait! 😡😂😂 Your outtakes always make me laugh, don't leave them out. Take care and have a good one, Adios! 👊
Watched several times, just tying to figure it out, although your presentation and explanation was great. Good luck, billy Graham from Bonnie Scotland 😊
I gotta tell ya what a kool design. I haven’t seen any videos as well done via the graphics. I’m happy I saw your video. I really like the design. Job well done 👍. I subscribed and liked it.
Thanks for sharing this video. Seeing that your a woodworker like me and don't charge for your stuff, I became a subscriber to your channel. Love your stuff so far bud... keep up the awesome work...
I LOVE it! I have made a few box joint jigs, for my router table and two table saws (one set up with a box joint blade) and was driven crazy due to that if your off 1/32" on the first cut it multiplies as you probably know. Your design is unique in that you can use it as a cross sled also. Well done!!! As soon as I get on my feet (from knee replacement surgery), I'm going to make one!
Key, could be a roll pin the size of your saw blade, but you can snap on other size rings or pipe for dado stacks , I'd use high density plastic for the jig timplates or you could just use porter cable style dovetail jig timplates, you could change the pin size for different size joints and blade sizes. I'd also build in a square fence to the other side so your part can be out of square and still cut on the same plane as the upright square. Also you can stack 4-5-6 parts at once and clamp them for fast production.
A great design for making finger joints on a table saw. For those of us with limited means who still want to make craftsman-style projects, this is a great idea. However, you totally blew that concept out of the water when you made the jig. The point is to make a tool that allows you to make something with just a table saw. During the construction of this ingenuous jig though, you used a router table, a planer, a band saw and a drill press, as well as the table saw. Do you see where I'm going with this? If you're going to show us how to make finger joints MacGyver style, you gotta make the jig MacGyver style. Know what I mean, Vern? Having said that, I still think your jig is the best idea I've seen. It defines versatility.
Yeah I used the router table but that's really all you would need. You don't need the bandsaw, you can drill the holes with a hand-held drill, I didn't use a planer (I think you meant jointer, and that could have just been sanded smooth), and of course I used a tablesaw since that's what the jig is for. So I think it still fits in as the MacGyver style that you're looking for. Glad you liked it though. Thanks for watching!
I understand that there are alternatives, but that would have been good to explain in the video, e.g. "I used X here but you could easily use Y". Needing the router table does go against the idea of the jig.
FINALLY!! A finger joint jig that is simple and very effective with adjustability for the width of the fingers, without having to build those elaborate sleds and screws and levers. Great job! Now, my question to you, I'd love to see if making a jig that has different width kerfs on one jig. Like some being 1/2 in, and them some being an inch or so, just to make an interesting looking joint,other than all the same size. Curious to see if that would be possible. Gotta build on of these. THANKS!
Hey thanks, Ian! That's an interesting idea that I've also thought about. In order to do it, I think it would be completely dependent on every finger having a completely symmetrical gap to fit in on the neighboring piece. So any variation would have to be mirrored. I don't see why it wouldn't work to just chisel out some of the fingers on your templates and give it a whirl.
This was a fun one! It's super satisfying to see an idea come to fruition and work as you had hoped. To be honest, I didn't think it was going to work as well as it does! I really like how you hardly need any hardware to assemble the jig, basically just 2 bolts and nuts for the tightening knobs, and everything else can just be scrap wood that's lying around. But one of the best things about this jig is the ability for lateral cleanups (explained in the video) which allows for perfect-fitting joints. If you spot a way it could be improved upon, don't hesitate to drop it in a comment below. Thanks for watching!
I like your approach - nice and simple and gets the job done. However I'm also an engineer so can't help offering a suggestion. The weakest link is the key just glued in place ( at 9:14 ) . Its important that the key is exactly the same width as your saw blade otherwise the joints would be too loose or too tight. So if you make a saw kerf in the back mount and insert a matching width key in the saw kerf it will be much stronger and less likely to break over time. Cheers...
Hah, funny you should say that. Although the key has remained strong so far, I made another copy of this jig and made a slot in the back of the fence where I can wedge in the key for more stability. Great minds must think alike!
"TRUST ME I'm an engineer" !
Great jig so far....what type of stock did you end up using for the router driven template?..Everything I use shatters...cheers ern
I just used pine and went real slow.
I have purchased several of Fisher's plans and find them all to be easy to follow and very solid builds. Among the best fixtures and jigs I've seen.
Thanks Robert! This is the old design though. The newer version is way better!
Very nice , I did woodworking for 17 years professionally and now retired and disabled enjoy watching videos I like the fact that yours is simple to build and use some of the others on TH-cam over complicate things with all the moving parts and mathematical equations I used to preach to apprentices that were on the ball that there are a hundred ways to do it but pick a way you know works each time, mine may not be the best for you but it works for me and hasn't failed yet the kiss system is a good one in our trade since no two pieces of wood are the same if you screw one up there is no grabbing another to fix your mistake , that was always the best part of the job getting the grain patterns cut correctly and when you start getting too complicated is when failure is easier ... keep it simple stupid is what I tell myself all the time
A point of view of woodworking is the perspective that adjustable with high accuracy yet ultra-simple concept in jig design creates an eloquence that only woodworkers can appreciate.
So far the best best box joint jig I have seen. Not too complicated, easy to build, easy to use and very versatile!
There may very well be others out there like this, but yours is simple to follow, the instruction is patient and precise. Thank you.
I think your idea is worth making , for the longest time I've been looking for something simple to make finger joints , this fits the bill for me , thank you so much for generously sharing your jig idea , God Bless you man !
Thanks, Nick! Glad you liked it
A clever solution! Plus its fun seeing how good old Mr. Fisher started on YT. I enjoy this and will definitly build something like that.
Love the out takes. Gives me confidence an amateur woodworker that even pro make mistakes.
THANKS FOR THE VIDEO. IT'S GREAT. MY HUSBAND IS RETIRE FROM THE MILITARY AND HE WILL BE WORKING ON WOOD AND YOU HAVEGREAT IDEAS. THANK YOU A LOT.
You’re very welcome. Tell your husband that I say “Thank you for your service” and that I wish him all the best. 😀👍🇺🇸
Simplicity and efficiency, it don't get no better
Thanks Fishers shop for the pdf of the back of the jig.
Rick
For me,? your the man, selfless act is the best. sharing your skills without asking in return is the best. more power and God Bless.
Thanks, rolando!
That is the most and efficient jig that i've ever see ... i've see o matheus on woodgears some jigs about fingering joints...that are to way complicated to build ..but this ...this is gold to me ! I will build it in short time ! Thanks alot for sharing this with us ! Keep it going like that !
Thanks macs! Glad you liked it. Have fun building it!
It certainly does seem more simple than what some other folks have come up with...and I do like simple.
THANK YOU! I built your finger joint jig and am very pleased with the results. The design is elegant in its simplicity, accuracy and repeatability. My saw blade is 3/32nds wide, resulting in a key that is somewhat flimsy... I just read your comment below and was about to suggest a slot for the key, to improve stiffness and replaceability. Thanks again.
That's great!! So glad that it worked for you! Thanks for watching and building it, Raymond!
BEST BOX JOINT JIG I HAVE SEEN IN A WHILE. LOOK FORWARD TO MAKING MY OWN ! VERY NICE !
If you liked that one, you’ll like the newer design even more. Watch the ultimate table saw jigs part 2 video I released recently.
Ok maybe I’ll finally make a finger joint jig! This one is simple and your video is really clear on the process even without plans.
Making wide fingers without massive router bits is easy too, so long as they’re three times the width of any router bit: just make the usual template and then remove every third tooth from the comb. When cutting using this comb just skip the narrow gaps.
Just made one and i have to say it is great i didn't realize how easy it is to work Oh man you are a genius and free plans as well witch not many people are kind enough to give out. I am going to tell everyone about your channel thank you so much Best of Irish luck to you
Thank you very much! Glad you liked it! :)
Best tip was at 10:15 being able to straddle over the blade horizontally. Doing something like that would normally scare the daylights out of me but what a great way to clean things up from an ATB blade!
Thank you for finger joint jig I’ve just finished mine copied from many viewing of your TH-cam listing but after a few miss starts it’s finished great keep up the releases it’s great
Thanks, Tony!
This is the best DIY finger joint jig I've seen.
Wow what a find this video is, I have been wanting to build a finger jointing jig for ages but never really fancied the more complex ones out there, clever though they are. Yours will be just perfect for me. And you have taken the trouble to offer free plans. Thank you very much, you sir are a generous Gentleman. Regards Rob
My pleasure, Rob! Hopefully the jig works out perfectly for you!
Nice jig for a nice man go forward
@2:47. Thanks for the tip...I have a bunch of hardwoods, but didn't know the names...I recognise the pattern from the Oak pieces...so thanks for the tip!
So this is the jig which I have been looking for the last several months. Easy to build & easy to use. Thanks, M/S. Fisher,s shop.
I just made this, it works well. I could not get my router to make the guide accurate enough, probably because its a green bosch so I did my guide manually, scribing the spacing with a ruler and knife, then carefully used the tablesaw with the sled, very clean and accurate.
Found yourself a new subscriber, who will definitely be building one of these, in the not too distant future, so many thanks for the free plans. I must've watched almost every video on here, about making this type of jig, but it's perfect for me, here in England, as we are not allowed to use Dado stacks, so the single blade jig is perfect. Super jig & thank you for sharing it.
God bless you.
Glyn.
I had no idea that you're not able to use Dado stacks in England. After reading your comment I found myself searching the web for articles explaining why. So glad that my jig will hopefully help you out in your dilemma. Thanks for subscribing and commenting! And God bless you too, brother!
Love you Drew! You're amazing at wood working, you're funny and I love your ingenuity. Thanks for sharing via video and downloadable plans. I built my flp cart and several jugs via your plans and the plan details were perfect! Thanks!
Thanks so much!
A simple and elegant solution. Very good work.
Jerry Sigann thank you, sir
Really dig the simplicity of the jig. I'm inspired by the idea and look forward to building it, and trying to improve upon it.
Thanks, Eric! There's definitely room for improvement, so let me know what your ideas are and how it turns out. Maybe they'll make it into my version 2. :)
The blooper reel was instructive. "That's why you can't use hardwood for your templates," explained why you couldn't just use the router to cut your joints in the first place.
Thank you very much! I used table saw for make templates - it is alternative for those who haven't got router table. Of course I mean about template 3x wider than the blade. Thank you
FINALLY!! A simple and fully functional box joint jig.
A very nifty improvement to the standard jig. Thanks!
I always look forward to your next upload! I know it takes a lot of time to do the quality video you provide, but always want more. I have seen many ideas for box joint jigs, your ideas will be the one I build. It’s the best I have seen.
I appreciate that!
What a great jig. I enjoy watching and learning something new from gifted designers and woodworkers. I retired from building and woodworking. Great Stuff
Thanks for the kind words! And I wouldn't call me "gifted". I'm just an average computer nerd that's dabbling in woodworking from time to time. I guarantee that you know way more than I ever will!
Looking forward to more videos. This could be the beginning of a great relationship. Thanks my friend.
Haha, sounds good!
GREAT simple design. I especially like the versatility of the guides and that you can easily "clean" out the cut.
Thanks. This is MUCH easier to make compared to the other ones on the web.
Thank you very much! Glad you liked it and thanks for watching!
thanks for the plans ...... as I was viewing the plans I thought a nice feature would be to glue some Plastic Mirror Reflective Film on the facing rise at the front of the jig ( or is it back ? ) so you can look into the mirror and see the cuts being made .... practical ? probably not, but I personally like to see whats going on. Also I noticed you might be able to add different size notches to the "tops" of each template as well .... just turn it over for another size .... .
GREAT PROJECT ! !
subscribed cuz of honesty and bloopers, good job! :)
Highly impressed watched twice and downloaded sketch up plan I have not made it yet but am certain it will work.You're correct a clamping system will help I do not think it will be difficult to adapt. I have not seen anything online as good
In the UK we can not use Dadoes blades so this is a real gem of an idea Once again I think its great Many thanks
Thank you very much for the nice comment, Martin! Best of luck making it! I'm sure it will work out for you as well as it has for me. I'd be interested to see your jig with the enhancements if you care to share it. Let me know once you have it put together!
Great video, Fishers's Shop, great idea, Im a wood working noob, just watching youtube videos , and learning what I want to do.Box joints are one of them, I have seen some pretty cool jigs , most pretty complicated, this is really simple , yet efective. I must try it out when I have the time.
Thanks Tim! Best of luck!
Thank you for a good solution. I can not to get into my shop tomorrow to build this.
Like the look of this and plan to replace my overly complicated jig with something like this. In particular I like the compactness of your design. Thanks for sharing.
Great video. First time seeing your channel. The bloopers were really funny. Seems like a pretty smart idea. As a new woodworker the jig is way more involved than I’m capable of at this point. I guess I need to buy a router table, band saw, disc sander.
There’s a better new version that doesn’t require the router to make. Watch the table saw jig videos.
I think this is a great jig. I was considering using dovetails for my project but they are quite involved. Box cuts would simple enough but lacked a good jig - this has filled that gap. In the UK dado stacks aren't sold, or at the best, very uncommon - again, this jig addresses that. This is a very well thought out jig that has got so many benefits. I can't wait to try this out.
5 years later but I think dados are now being sold in the UK. I know one guy I follow over there did a video awhile back about them being allowed
Great video, wood have also loved to see the joints after you had sanded them thanks for posting from garry in the UK, I have just bought the set of 3 jigs 1 and 2 from you
Great idea. I've built one out of polypropylene butcher's block 1/2" thick. It's fabulous - a game changer.
Mr. Fisher say hello to another Fisher. My name is Daniel Fisher from MS, although my dad was originally from a town just south of Akron, OH. Who knows, we may be somewhat related. Liked the jig, nice make up. However, if I made finger joints, I would use my dado blade and cut each finger the width needed all at once instead of making multiple passes. Also I subscribed, hit the bell and gave it a 👍. Like one guy said about your vids, no music! 😍
i liked how you cut 2 boards at once. Never would have thought to do that
this is definitely my favorite Box joint jig.... thanks for sharing my friend
The best I've seen and so simple. Love your work and been following you for a few years now 👍 Gary from making sawdust farms
Awesome, thank you! I like the newer version I made even more. That's in the table saw jigs videos
What a beautifully simple design!
it´s simple, efficient, easy to build, that´s all what i´m looking for, thank you for sharing this amazing jig
It’s even easier if you watch the video of my newer version.
good for you, good job and no intent to make money , I love it! I think its wonderful that no one is perfect but sharing your ideas is so wonderful and informative. Thank You so very much!
You're very welcome, thanks for watching!
This was an absolute perfect video tutorial, and free plans to boot ! Awesome.
Thanks Jonan! Glad you liked it
thanks for this video, and the plans. and the fact that they are free is awesome :D thanks again
This is a great jig. I've been looking for something like this for a while.
mind blowing jig, looking forward to building one
What a good jig you have done. One of these things I will try to do.
thanks for the plans. So many people charge crazy amounts (which I get ) but its nice to see another wood worker share :)
You're welcome! Thanks for saying thanks! :)
Very creative jig idea, thanks for sharing it with us 🙏🏼
My pleasure! Check out the newer and better version in my Table Saw Jig series of videos
Thanks...... a simple but very efficient jig...... regards, Garth
This looks like a really great jig.
great jig,
i will bild it one for me and one for my brother, he is a hobby woody to
i loved the out takes.
greetings from germany
Fantastic idea and the bloopers were classic
Haha, thanks, Bob! Glad you liked it!
Your out takes make my day.
I cant find the plans for the finger joints but I am going try it on my own. Seems simple.
Plans for this one were removed since this version was replaced with my newer, much improved, version 2.0 that you can see in my Table Saw Jigs pt. 2 video.
I have been looking for this video for days
You better watch my table saw jigs videos. This version is obsolete and I made a better one.
@@FishersShop I watched 1 2 and 3 but don't remember seeing it. I'll have to rewatch them again lol
Thank you so much!
Best one I've seen and by far the simplest.
Hahahahaaa, I love the bloopers at the end...most guys don't show the trial and error that goes into pulling a prototype idea off (and all makers know how much trial and error happens). Nice one bug guy...awesome tutorial.
Thanks for the drawings. I'll fabricate one pretty soon!
My pleasure, happy building!
Very simple. I like it and presently waiting for the glue to dry on mine now. However I'm adding toggle clamps to the face with a tee track as you suggested. Thanks for the free drawing.
Oh nice! That's awesome. I still haven't upgraded my design that far just yet. Let me know how it works!
Loved the video and plans! I am currently making out of metal and ABS now for longevity!!
Thanks for the inspiration!!
Now that sounds cool. Would love to see a pic of it once you're done.
I very much enjoy your videos. Now if only my neighbor would leave a Bandsaw and Jointer out for me to rehome I too can make this simple jig. Heck I’m hopeful he leaves a Planer out too!
Thank you for posting your plans!!! I plan on making this in a week,.
You're welcome! Thanks for watching
I think it's a very clever design.
Thanks, been looking for a good simple finger joint all purpose finger jig. Giving yours a try. Get info, keep up the fantastic work
this is the first video i saw from your channel, and after the bloopers i clicked subscribe - It's good to see all the fun that happens in the making of the video/project!
Hola! 🖐Really like this video and so do 700k+ others that have viewed it. I'm watching your videos from oldest to newest and I see in the comments that you have a better version. It's difficult but I'll watch in the order the videos are posted so I will have to wait! 😡😂😂 Your outtakes always make me laugh, don't leave them out. Take care and have a good one, Adios! 👊
Haha, thanks! Yes, the newer version is much better and works wonderfully. You'll see for yourself once you get that far. :)
@@FishersShop working my way there :D
Last one worked out perfect
Drew, that is fantastic!
The next version is much better.
Very good video - Very good explanation - Very simple - Very good job !
Love the jig and the end 😂😂
Watched several times, just tying to figure it out, although your presentation and explanation was great.
Good luck, billy Graham from Bonnie Scotland 😊
Thanks for that! Glad you liked it. I have a newer version of this jig in my Table Saw Jigs part 2 video
This is a great and simple jig
Subbed because of this build
I gotta tell ya what a kool design. I haven’t seen any videos as well done via the graphics. I’m happy I saw your video. I really like the design. Job well done 👍. I subscribed and liked it.
Glad you liked it! However, I've designed a much better style of this jig. Check out the Ultimate Table Saw Jig series of videos to see it.
Thanks for sharing this video. Seeing that your a woodworker like me and don't charge for your stuff, I became a subscriber to your channel. Love your stuff so far bud... keep up the awesome work...
Very nice setup!
I LOVE it! I have made a few box joint jigs, for my router table and two table saws (one set up with a box joint blade) and was driven crazy due to that if your off 1/32" on the first cut it multiplies as you probably know. Your design is unique in that you can use it as a cross sled also. Well done!!! As soon as I get on my feet (from knee replacement surgery), I'm going to make one!
Thanks, Scott! Hope you have a speedy recovery!
I've been waiting for this jig for so long! Congrats, now I'm off to go make it!! Seriously though, great job and thank you!!!
Thanks! And you're welcome, DKF! Glad you liked it!
Like the outtakes! I like your solution!
Thanks!
Mate that's brilliant
Key, could be a roll pin the size of your saw blade, but you can snap on other size rings or pipe for dado stacks , I'd use high density plastic for the jig timplates or you could just use porter cable style dovetail jig timplates, you could change the pin size for different size joints and blade sizes. I'd also build in a square fence to the other side so your part can be out of square and still cut on the same plane as the upright square. Also you can stack 4-5-6 parts at once and clamp them for fast production.
A great design for making finger joints on a table saw. For those of us with limited means who still want to make craftsman-style projects, this is a great idea. However, you totally blew that concept out of the water when you made the jig.
The point is to make a tool that allows you to make something with just a table saw. During the construction of this ingenuous jig though, you used a router table, a planer, a band saw and a drill press, as well as the table saw. Do you see where I'm going with this?
If you're going to show us how to make finger joints MacGyver style, you gotta make the jig MacGyver style. Know what I mean, Vern?
Having said that, I still think your jig is the best idea I've seen. It defines versatility.
Yeah I used the router table but that's really all you would need. You don't need the bandsaw, you can drill the holes with a hand-held drill, I didn't use a planer (I think you meant jointer, and that could have just been sanded smooth), and of course I used a tablesaw since that's what the jig is for. So I think it still fits in as the MacGyver style that you're looking for. Glad you liked it though. Thanks for watching!
I understand that there are alternatives, but that would have been good to explain in the video, e.g. "I used X here but you could easily use Y".
Needing the router table does go against the idea of the jig.
Wonderful idea compared to others I have seen. I am thinking of making it one of my own. Thanks a million for sharing.Cheers.
Absolument génial et de plus d'une simplicité déconcertante !
I dig it! Going to try making my own. Thanks for sharing the plans. It helps us noobs immensely.
FINALLY!! A finger joint jig that is simple and very effective with adjustability for the width of the fingers, without having to build those elaborate sleds and screws and levers. Great job! Now, my question to you, I'd love to see if making a jig that has different width kerfs on one jig. Like some being 1/2 in, and them some being an inch or so, just to make an interesting looking joint,other than all the same size. Curious to see if that would be possible. Gotta build on of these. THANKS!
Hey thanks, Ian! That's an interesting idea that I've also thought about. In order to do it, I think it would be completely dependent on every finger having a completely symmetrical gap to fit in on the neighboring piece. So any variation would have to be mirrored. I don't see why it wouldn't work to just chisel out some of the fingers on your templates and give it a whirl.
Very cool idea. Great design and a very useful jig. Keep it up , you're putting out some good stuff...
Thanks, Muz!!