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    Default Mitres with a Domino

    I thought to put this in box making, rather than Festool or furniture, as its a neat trick for us box makers.

    Being without a tablesaw has forced me to be creative*.

    Henrik Tjaerby on Instagram put up two good posts a while back. I thought to share here as IG isnt everyones cuppa (for good reason too!**)

    Using Domino post 1
    Using Domino Post 2

    He shows a nice way to put splines on a box using his Domino. Using the different cutters one can achieve different thicknesses.

    Click to look at his profile.... Ive snavvelled a few of the photos and videos to share here, but do explore his IG, he's rather creative.

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    Video 1 - 51915300_251120012482928_601424473888814663_n.mp4
    Video 2 - 51853541_114726026294159_4278800401975452271_n.mp4



    * moved to a unit! No space! Tablesaws in the lounge space would be... difficult on the marriage.
    ** they are part of the Evil Empire.

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    and one more idea. Link above.

    This is for drilling the holes for draw-bores using the existing domino hole for a reference.

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    Great find, wP.

    I’ve seen something similar on the web but done with a biscuit cutter and a similar V-shaped block fixed to the front so the cuts sit at true 45 degrees. That particular example was developed by a school teacher who wanted a way for students to cut mitre key slots without lopping their fingers off on a table saw.

    The main advantage is that students need both hands on the biscuit joiner to make the cut so fingers are safely tucked away.
    if I can find the article I’ll post a link.

    Brian

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    Barry, bang on, two hands... safe. I like that aspect.

    Hmmmmm.... wonder if this could be done with a Lamello Zeta P2?

    It has an interesting shape on the fixative....

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    wP,

    Here’s the link:

    Strong Miter Joints with a Biscuit-Joiner Jig - FineWoodworking

    I think it’s in the FWW members area so I’m unsure if it can be seen by non-members.

    Lamello? Yes, the article mentions a Lamello.

    regards,

    Brian

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    Yes you're right Brian, can't watch the video but can see the pictures. How do you index the slots like they show in the photo of the boxes, and also how do you position the slot if only doing a couple of splines?

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    Hi Dallas,

    Near the bottom end of the V shape there is an “alignment spline” the same width as the biscuit blade. This sits across the corner of the V as if it were a brace. The cutter is beneath the block.

    For the first cut the V shape is put against the box corner with the small cross piece sitting on top of the box. One the first cut is made the cross piece is relocated down into the slot that was cut. This sets the cutter up the correct distance away for the second cut. Repeat as you go down. Since the cutter is below the V shaped jig it’s possible to cut right down to the bottom of the box.

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    Best regards,

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    Oh, that is so clever.

    The front plate can also be tilted so 30 or 45° splines can be added. Different jig to pop on and off.... but....

    Gods this is a good idea.

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