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Introduction: Dovetail Techniques

Aug 07, 2012

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Introduction: Dovetail Techniques

August 7, 2012

Furniture maker Stephen Hammer outlines the dovetail techniques he'll cover in Fine Woodworking's latest Video Workshop series.
Episode 1: Easier Through Dovetails

August 7, 2012

Furniture maker Stephen Hammer demonstrates a simple way to cut beautiful through dovetail joints.
Episode 2: Half-Blind Dovetails in Half the Time

August 7, 2012

Learn a simple, fast technique for tight-fitting half-blind dovetail joints.
Episode 3: Decorative Dovetails

August 7, 2012

Learn how to cut beautiful decorative dovetails that sport alternating pin sizes for a truly custom look.
Episode 4: Curved Through Dovetails

August 7, 2012

Learn how to cut beautiful curved half-blind dovetail joinery.
Episode 5: Curved Half-Blind Dovetails

August 7, 2012

Learn how to cut stunning, curved half-blind dovetails that are real show-stoppers!

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About This Video Workshop

In this video workshop, Stephen Hammer shows you how to cut beautiful, tight dovetail joinery using a combination of hand and power tools. Beginning with standard through, and half-blind dovetails, Hammer expands your woodworking skillset to include decorative dovetails, as well as curved through and half-blind dovetails. Sections: Easier through dovetails - Learn how to cut tight, accurate through dovetails using the bandsaw and tablesaw. Quicker half-blind dovetails - Learn how to cut half-blind dovetails… More about this Video Workshop

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