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Thread: Local source of Akeda jigs?
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19th November 2009, 07:26 AM #1Hewer of wood
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Local source of Akeda jigs?
Done some googling without any luck.
Seems the old Mik stocked them at one stage. Macwood doesn't.
May have to buy from the US but postage is about USD 130.Cheers, Ern
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20th November 2009, 09:15 PM #2
Ern, have you tried emailing Akeda to see if they have an agent here or a way that might expedite your wishes?
CheersJohnno
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20th November 2009, 09:28 PM #3Hewer of wood
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Hi John,
I ended up reading their website (brilliant eh?) and Australia is served by a Canadian online shop.
Placed an order this morning.
Feels like XmasCheers, Ern
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21st November 2009, 03:52 AM #4Skwair2rownd
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Given up on Gifkins have we??
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21st November 2009, 05:19 AM #5Hewer of wood
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Yep. (Should pull that thread down).
Add a few templates the price soon climbs and you can't get an asymmetrical layout.Cheers, Ern
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21st November 2009, 10:31 AM #6Skwair2rownd
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Think you can by using the variable spacer.
There is a jig called the Katy Jig. mIt preceded the Leigh.
If you ask Woodlie nicely he can send you the plans on how to make a very similar jig. Would be as good, probably as what you want, cost less, and you have the fun of making it.
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21st November 2009, 10:39 AM #7Hewer of wood
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Thanks Artme.
Yeah, looked at the Katie and read the reviews. The templates are pretty exxy.Cheers, Ern
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21st November 2009, 11:55 AM #8New Member
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rsser,
I have the BC24 and love it. It is a quality machine and does everything I need to do. The best thing is that it is easy to get perfect repeatable dovetails and I don't have to spent hours re-reading the manual if I put it away for any length of time. I could go on with the dust collection, customer service, blah, blah, blah.....
Enjoy your purchase.
Jim
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21st November 2009, 12:12 PM #9Hewer of wood
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Thanks Jim.
Yes, your experience seems to be common among users and reviewers have made the same points.
So I'm looking forward to the package arriving.Cheers, Ern
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21st January 2010, 10:49 AM #10Intermediate Member
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Hi Rsser
How did your Akeda jig importation go? And is it worthwhile compared to the Leigh D4R costs?
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21st January 2010, 11:02 AM #11Hewer of wood
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Good. Shipped from thejigstore.com in US.
With the jig and the basic kit of guides and bits from memory all up it was about USD 540
Here's a test using the more expensive kit I think inc comparison of costs with a Leigh:
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I've linked Akeda with a potential importer here. PM me if you want more detail.Cheers, Ern
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27th January 2010, 12:02 PM #12Hewer of wood
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Grahame of www.woodworksupplies.com.au is now kitting up to supply Akeda jigs and accessories locally.
Cheers, Ern
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5th February 2010, 08:41 AM #13
Ern is right....
Yes we have been appointed the Australian & New Zealand agents for Akeda Jigs. We are waiting for the next production run as stocks are currently low in Canada & the US so we will wait a month or so until they're readily available. In the meantime we are happy to discuss your needs and accept 'expressions of interest'. We will have details on our website soon.
Regards
Grahame
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6th February 2010, 03:37 PM #14Hewer of wood
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Good news Grahame.
Anyone in Melb who'd like to try mine out is very welcome to drop in.
PS I'm a complete newbie to flatwork but (a) can take you thru thru d/tails, & (b) Grahame will soon be able to handle more complex questions.
I have no connection with Grahame or Akeda other than as a happy customer.Cheers, Ern
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6th October 2010, 10:28 AM #15
Metric version now available...
Hi,
We have now got the Trend (UK) version of the AKEDA jig available in METRIC.
The only significant difference is that the 1/8" pin grid is now 2.5mm. An ideal jig for those who want to do through dovetails, infact any style of dovetails, box joints etc.. Build quality, ruggedness and versatilty are great as is the fact that it's an adjustment free design.
These will be up on our web-site later today, all things going to plan!!
Regards
Grahame
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