How to make the perfect box joint jig {finger joint jig } ~ beginner woodworking DIY

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One of the most useful jigs a woodworker can have for his table saw is a box joint jig. This jig allows you to quickly and strongly join boards to make strong boxes or drawers.
This jig may also be known as a finger joint jig.
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⚠️Warning: Woodworking can be potentially life threatening. Do not attempt any woodworking project without familiarizing yourself with important safety information regarding the tools and procedures you will use. This video makes no attempt at covering all required safety and procedural information to safely replicate this project. Independently verify information in this video before considering it as fact. Assume responsibility for your own safety and well being. I say this with love and concern for your well being.
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@carldonnaolden7351 4 ай бұрын

Great finger joint design. Wonderful explanation of how to get a precise joint fit. One technique from elsewhere... when aligning square with blade cut - insert a 1/8" thick piece of wood in the cut space... then bring square to the piece of wood. Works great.

@careyholman 4 жыл бұрын

Perfect tempo. Not too much gabbing and side-conversation, doesn't gloss over details. Perfect.

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you carey

@danielsullivan7596 12 күн бұрын

😊😊

@solaceworks 3 жыл бұрын

Holy organized Batman!!! You may have been a watchmaker in your last life. I have the exact same small antique square you used inherited from my Dad 40 years ago. I've never used a caliper but I think I'll have to invest in one now. Cheers

@wadebush6700 4 жыл бұрын

Great job walking through this and explaining. Best I’ve seen.

@jonathanhale2669 4 жыл бұрын

A clear explanation that hits all the points. I especially like the inclusion of errors so that someone can learn what to do to remedy some possible errors correctly. The notes on the jig are a plus.

@davidmarsters9443 Ай бұрын

Perfect video! Thanks. I learned a lot making these jigs, and how imprecise some of my tools were, but now I’ve successfully made two different size jigs. Thanks a bunch!

@drewballantyne6265 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial on building a sled for perfect and replicable results! I usually build amplifier cabinets from Baltic Birch ply, and the blowout with my router / dovetail jig was so bad last time I knew I had to do something different. The joints were so spot-on that clamping after glue-up was a mere formality. Thanks!!!

@jdwht2455 Ай бұрын

Good, simple jigs. I made a couple for different joint sizes 2-3 years ago the same way as you did. I've made a bunch of small handy to large storage boxes and a few drawers that are very nicely done. The only difference was to make the finger protector larger then use a stop on the saw table to limit sled travel to ensure my fingers stay attached to my hand. Oh and that saw table top - I also wax that 2-3 times a year too as mine is cast iron and not only does it protect it from rusting, it also makes it super slick.

@mrkattm 2 жыл бұрын

You are killing me Smalls, raise the runners in the miter slots with some dimes, put the double stick tape on the the runners, lay the sled board across the runners. The runners are now perfectly attached to the sled board, flip it over and drill and screw.

@natelarge 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip

@richardlug6139 Жыл бұрын

That’s what I would do also if I was going to use screws. I just used CA glue and sprayed some accelerate mixed with some wood glue, that way I did not have to worry about the right length screws. Put painters tape on the table saw to protect it from squeeze out.

@JPaulino19 Ай бұрын

Love the sandlot reference!

@brigitteprovost4306 Ай бұрын

Good job!👍👍

@mikecrook8434 3 жыл бұрын

Your finger-joint jig is a more compact version of dozens I've already seen of its type. I like it. It's the best I've seen. It gets the job done yet doesn't monopolize more space than needed on the face of the table saw.

@maxrennie388 3 жыл бұрын

The most technical explanation ive seen. I bet yre in engineering. Never seen a feeler guage used in woodwork. Well done

@jamesschenken1636 4 жыл бұрын

Nice and clear video. As an aside, the one thing I never see in the creation of table saw sleds that are short enough so that the piece is cut before the leading edge of the sled reaches the back of the table saw surface is the inclusion of a stop piece at the back of the saw table that prevents cutting through the safety block. Depending on a feeling of additional resistance while cutting can lead to a gradual deepening of the slot and ultimately having the blade exposed behind the fence. Just a thought that might lead to a follow-on video to this one.

@derricklee5695 3 жыл бұрын

Watched about 4 other box joint jig videos but this one is by far the best. Not just in explanation, but some others just seemed flaw in the logic of how they made it. The adjustments and how to make them were clear, as were the measurements and precision around them, and the nice touches including the slight roundover on the pegs to make them fit easier. I just made my first one using this video today, I got lucky with the placement of the final fence alignment given your explanations. For me, I didn't want to risk drilling into my table saw (for attaching the miter bars), so I used a pin nailer and attached it that way, and then drilled screw holes and mounted screws totally off the table saw. Thanks, great video!

@nate-408 3 ай бұрын

Working in thousandths with wood is a waste of time but nicely done. Im a toolmaker and I work in tenths that is take your thousandth and split it into 10. I have to constantly remind myself that its wood and you just can get that kind of precision out of it.

@keithfelts7081 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent Mr. Large. A nice even tone in your voice explaining the necessary steps that need to be made. One of the "very" few videos that have impressed me. I've been a cabinet and furniture maker for nearly a half-century and I can see the professionalism you share with your viewers. Kudos.

@natelarge 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the thoughtful complements.

@david9783 3 жыл бұрын

Clever and clear all the way! Thanks so much!

@doggiedoc94 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial! Thank you for clear instruction and quality work!

@tommccurnin524 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your time in making this video. It was very helpful and accurate. I especially liked the William Ng method of using feeler gauges to adjust the spacing. I also thought it was great that you placed details about the blade set up on the bottom of the jig.

@natelarge 3 жыл бұрын

William Ng is top notch

@dannyg4288 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! Very easy to follow along with!

@mfryer50 4 жыл бұрын

My attention to detail is not always the best. But after 8 hours, I finished my finger jig. I’ll finish my first box...a recipe box for our daughter tomorrow. While it’s not perfect, I’m liking it. Thx

@danboy6681 10 ай бұрын

Super job… thanks

@leonardfuller3708 4 жыл бұрын

Just finished mine at 3/8". Works great. I just need a little practice on the scrap wood. Thanks Nate for making it simple. I used some wax to make my sled move smoothly.

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@kellysweetman6070 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a good project for me to build. I want to build a few boxes in the near future and I like the look of finger joints.

@peterneumann7145 Жыл бұрын

Great to see your advice on gapping the setting piece and use of feeler gauge to set the back board. I can’t use dado blades so wide so am limited to .104” with my blade .nice for small boxes though. I have a jig for multiple cuts with this blade instead of one cut that dies lead to inaccuracy . I suppose I need slightly smaller allowances with such a thinner blade . Will experiment

@UppsalaSal 2 жыл бұрын

Very instructive. Taping the base to the table saw was the first I’d seen this done...nice. Feeler gauge and rounded edges on the spacer are great tips. My son wants to build some guitar amplifier boxes and your video comes in the nick of time.

@natelarge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@ursobranco963725 4 жыл бұрын

Fantástico, parabéns e obrigado por compartilhar esse conhecimento.

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

Não há de quê

@jorgschulze3393 3 жыл бұрын

Very well explained, down to the detail, thanks!

@RangerBVP 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. I never thought to make a sled for the jig. I just had dado slots in wood attached to the miter gauge, but the fit of my gauge was a bit sloppy which made for inconsistent fingers and dados. You gave a clear, concise explanation of the assembly and this will make my box joinery much better. Thanks again!

@michaelbreault5 4 жыл бұрын

Made a small adjustment to add stability. I added a piece of the 2 x 2 in the front of the jig. About a six inch piece placed in the center

@edrobinson1613 Жыл бұрын

Very useful tutorial. Thanks. One hint: you can clamp a stop in the miter slot towards the back of the saw to prevent blowing through the guard.

@steveszabo7305 4 жыл бұрын

Nicely done detailed video. Thank You.

@miketraas1629 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, excellent video. Made one yesterday following your instructions and works awesome.

@romulohernandez2044 4 жыл бұрын

felicitation thamks very much. Muchas gracias. excelente video.

@billjackson6501 3 жыл бұрын

Easy to listen to and and very articulate instructions.Well done.

@daviddejulio863 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great detailed walkthrough

@bobsmith544 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this jig on an episode of "This Old House", but the details on how to make it were minimal, and fleeting. This video is excellent! I look forward to making this jig, and using your video as a guide, as soon as I get a new table saw!

@natelarge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@neilpountney9414 4 жыл бұрын

Just got fed up with my single piece of wood and peg jig. This is just what I need to get accurate repeatable box joints thank you. I need to stop being lazy and following the easy path!

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean. good luck

@Bigbacon 2 жыл бұрын

always amazed at how complicated people make this. every video is like a 30 step process. I've seen one guy on youtube explain this in like 4 minutes and its 100% more simple than everyone else and it works perfectly.

@jasonandersen5975 Жыл бұрын

You’re complaining that he took his time and gave detailed steps? Four minute box joint jig video? Cool story.

@bigviper64 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video!…I will be needing this for sure. Now, the way you created your Runners for the Sled is brand new to me. I have an Old Craftsman 10” Table Saw and I can’t find any pre-made glides for it, so I will use your method, using some Oak and BINGO!…I will have my Sled made as well..Thank You, Excellent video!

@denislabelle4122 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent project, just completed mine and am planning on making more in different sizes. I made my sled 12x24 and my backer is 5.5 high. I used my better 2 faced tape and had a problem removing residue. Good idea with using the cut off to start the spacing, I got it in 2 tries.

@natelarge 2 жыл бұрын

in 2 tries is quality.

@watsonjesus6157 4 жыл бұрын

Muito ótimo seu gabarito

@hassanal-mosawi6049 3 жыл бұрын

well done, thanks for sharing that

@seniortechguy4309 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent, I like the use of the calipers in determining the sizing.

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

@andrewstirrat1628 Жыл бұрын

I've got to make one of these, a great way to do joints, Absolutely Brilliant and simple idea,.

@billcoley8520 3 жыл бұрын

Bravo I will use this for my box joint sled.

@williamday1311 3 жыл бұрын

Nice jig - thanks for the idea and tips! Good job on the video, as well. 👍🏻 and a sub for you Nate!

@konstantinosgravvanis9829 3 жыл бұрын

very helpful now i can make my own jig thank you

@anivalcollaguazo3220 2 жыл бұрын

Gracias x compartir sus lindas ideas desde ECUADOR te saluda

@daveshort302 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, that’s a nice job and I’m going to use your example. I hope I can someday repay to others.

@almirsilva7913 4 жыл бұрын

Olá sou o Almir aqui de São Paulo, Brasil, parabéns por este jig, foi a explicação mais simples que achei no KZfaq, simples e prático, adorei, abraço

@juliodavid49 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Going to make one today. Thanks

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

I'm rooting for you

@briansommariva9546 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this.

@GaryBoire 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant!

@astronutski Жыл бұрын

I’m OCD this is perfect. Thank you!

@neilsantarella1856 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice, Thank you

@littlenormy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Best and essayist Video I have seen.

@KennethColeStatenIsland 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'm making this now, you're a big help.

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@roydl8536 4 жыл бұрын

Wow!!! Is incredibly the patience you have to explain your project, I really appreciate your video, from now on you have a new subscriber

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend

@roydl8536 4 жыл бұрын

Nate Large - Woodworking DIY & More 🙏🏾

@e.dbogan6266 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. It helped me to figure out how to build what I need. (I like your channel.)

@thelastadventurer7492 3 жыл бұрын

Love it.

@wyattselleck7236 Жыл бұрын

You made this harder than it needs to be.

@josephokoh1036 3 жыл бұрын

So intresting giving An accurate fingers for a perfect the joint box, good job sir

@michaeltrueblood2545 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice. I especially liked your use of a scrap piece cut to a point to register the location of the little box joint gage. I built my first box joint jig a couple days ago, and I was just giving the backerboard light taps with a hammer to move it back and forth a fraction. Should have watched this first. I don't think all the micrometer use is necessary if you've got some scrap on hand since you can run a couple of pieces through to check the fit. Anyway, thank you for making and posting this video. I found it very helpful.

@natelarge 2 жыл бұрын

Great points!

@ianrreedthe3rd 4 жыл бұрын

badass man. thanks for the info.

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

Your welcome 👊

@8andsk835 4 жыл бұрын

Good job man!

@abureehan486 4 жыл бұрын

You are great.

@rcboals 3 жыл бұрын

Going to make a couple different sizes of these. Just beginning woodworking your videos are super. I bought the Bosch 1617EVSPK includes the Plunge Base.and the Bosch RA1181 router table. I am going to order the Bosch Deluxe Router Guide RA1054. I bought all these items BECAUSE OF YOUR EXCELLENT VIDEOS. Do you have a short video on how to use the plunge router base with the Bosch 1617?

@petec6690 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent jig. Will have to make one of these for my own use.

@randystekly6518 4 жыл бұрын

Well done. Looking forward to watching more of your videos. You can never have enough woodworking/jig videos. Right?

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

Jigs are awesome. Thanks Randy!

@johnmiller9219 2 жыл бұрын

i have followed this very closely and have achieved great success! Cheers to you my friend

@Esu-Vegano-Peranto 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much, it is very helpful :)

@weekendwarrior9570 3 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT

@outerbanksproductions_videos 3 жыл бұрын

At 14:35, looks like the dado stack is set too high. Are you counting on sanding that excess off? Im new to this one.

@bigviper64 Жыл бұрын

Great instructional Video!…saved to my Notes Page on my iPad for later reference! 😊

@almeggs3247 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent thanks!

@user-khalid777 4 жыл бұрын

keep continue amazing work

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

I will try my best

@marcenariarusticahobby2363 Жыл бұрын

Meus parabéns amigo ótimo trabalho inscrição e like garantido 👏👏

@josegallardo6723 3 жыл бұрын

Gracias necesitaba saber eso saludos

@JimMelchior 3 жыл бұрын

This is well done

@scottfarnham2717 Жыл бұрын

You must have been a machinist or tool maker at some point in your life with that level of accuracy!! Very nicely done!! Now to go make one myself!! I'll have to pull my micrometers, dial calipers, surface plate and height gages out of retirement though.😉😊

@dannyoktim9628 Жыл бұрын

As a toolmaker I agree, felt like I was back in the shop.

@syedsayeedurrahmanzaini4221 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this great video. Best regards

@natelarge 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

@user_16309 Жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@ianjaeger4178 Жыл бұрын

Nice dude

@user-qd4yc4vf7c 3 ай бұрын

Wow,can you make the runner installation any more convulsed?

@anassami215 Жыл бұрын

This is a great video and I gotta try this for my next project. I wanted to understand why the finished joint has a bit of overlap on each side, and can you remove it with adjusting blade height?

@georgehollen4717 2 жыл бұрын

Absofrigginlutely great stuff WOW

@dennislintz1 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, That was incredibly detailed and explained clearly. Too many guys leave things out when they try to explain a process. Going to check out your channel and if the rest is as great I will be subscribing.

@natelarge 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@campdavidsonfunctionaltrai8583 3 жыл бұрын

super cool dude. gonna try this for honey bee boxs. thanks a million! :)

@Flatfoot2282 3 жыл бұрын

I too plan to try this. After losing hives during the great freeze of '21 (in Texas), I need more brood boxes.

@stufarnham 4 жыл бұрын

Good video. One question: the fingers I need to cut are wider than my dado set can cut. Ny suggestions as to how to adapt your method to handle this situation? Thanks for the video. Stu

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

Thats a good question of which I do not currently have an answer. Of the top of my head I suppose that a jig could be made but it would need to have some moving parts, specifically the spacer would need to move a spacer width away from the dado and back to allow a double sized cut. I would think the tolerances would have to be very small for it to make a tight fitting joint. Anyone else got anything?

@abureehan486 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice. Thanks

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

Most welcome

@DanaOredson Жыл бұрын

Nice and easy to understand!

@natelarge Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that!

@Badkitty24 4 жыл бұрын

I made 2 of these..1/4" and 1/2". Be careful with the smaller pins. I broke one, made another and put it back in the same slot, continued my work and the remaining joints cut didn't match with the first set i cut before the break. Had to cut my project ends of and redo all joints with new pin. They all fit. The pin was made of walnut. Sighh

@chevybeaglenox2402 4 жыл бұрын

Great video

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the visit

@uglybobhere 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@Ty-bz7zx 3 жыл бұрын

Using a Rotring 600 ?? Nice!

@jerrypickard1709 3 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video showing how you make the complete finger joint box. Thanks

@davej1425 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video, I love the precision with which you work. Do you have an engineering/mechanical background?

@michaeljones1715 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I've made a jig following the instructions and purchased some dado blades for my table saw. The problem I'm not having is that my trailing edge tears out. I've tried slow and quick motions with the jig. I'm using an 8mm combined dado stack with two blades and a chipper blade and. 05mm spacers.

@natelarge 4 жыл бұрын

my best advice is: To avoid tearout the slot opening needs to be as close to the exact width and height of your dado stack. This is best accomplished by cutting the opening with the exact combination of dado stack you are planning to use with the sled. if the opening is larger than your cut you will have tearout on the unsupported wood.