OK..I know zero about dovetail/boxjoint jigs.
What I DO know is that I can't buy $$$ worth of equipment.
Is there any reason why one couldn't use just a template(for boxjoints in my case), clamp it at the end of the board to be routed...and rout out the slots/pins?
I guess Im just confused as to why you would need these $$$ jigs when a fastened template would seem to accomplish the same thing...minus the space adustability...which I do not need. I just need even spaced boxjoint slots/pins...in the 1/4" to 1/2" range.
Also,,,I'm not sure about 'bearings' as opposed to 'bushings'. Do 'bushings' attach to the router base ...non-moving...while 'bearings' are found on the bit itself?
Do bushings come with routers generally speaking...and how do I know what size bushing or bearing-bit to use with a given template(assuming that I can rig it to work without a jig)?
I was told that THIS was the place to post these naive type questions...so please bear with me. I need to be set straight on this
