I just bought the PC 4112 jig, it is build rather well and all the adjustments are very easy to make. I particularly like the lever/cam tightning mechanism. The templetes have alighning guides which are helpfull for aligning the work peices, though some eyeballing is required.
I liked the bit height "guage" which can be adjusted for actual bit heights.
I have just started using it but already I have gone through less "scrap" setting it up than I had with my old Craftsman jig.
One precaution: make sure you tighten the bit very well.
The PC 4112 is the only dovetail jig I have used so I cant comment on its comparison with any other jig, but I have found it easy to use and set up. I also like the fact that it can make dado dovetails aka sliding dovetails (I belive they are also called)
I looked at the HF jig and I think it only comes with one template, the PC 4112 has two and two more are available for miniature dovetails (cant wait to get that one as I plan on making jewelry boxes)
It also makes through dovetails as well as rabbeted halfblinds and halfblinds.
The PC 4112 is the delux kit and I paid 160+ at woodcrafts (only place I could find it)
One thing I didnt like about the PC 4112 is that the bushings only fit PC router bases. It mentions that adapters are available but.... I had to make a lexan bushing base to fit my HF plunge router. I still havent been able to quite make the lexan plate exactly centered so I am trying to make a plate out of a thin steel plate (wish me luck)
Just my 2 cents worth...good luck with your hunt.
I liked the bit height "guage" which can be adjusted for actual bit heights.
I have just started using it but already I have gone through less "scrap" setting it up than I had with my old Craftsman jig.
One precaution: make sure you tighten the bit very well.
The PC 4112 is the only dovetail jig I have used so I cant comment on its comparison with any other jig, but I have found it easy to use and set up. I also like the fact that it can make dado dovetails aka sliding dovetails (I belive they are also called)
I looked at the HF jig and I think it only comes with one template, the PC 4112 has two and two more are available for miniature dovetails (cant wait to get that one as I plan on making jewelry boxes)
It also makes through dovetails as well as rabbeted halfblinds and halfblinds.
The PC 4112 is the delux kit and I paid 160+ at woodcrafts (only place I could find it)
One thing I didnt like about the PC 4112 is that the bushings only fit PC router bases. It mentions that adapters are available but.... I had to make a lexan bushing base to fit my HF plunge router. I still havent been able to quite make the lexan plate exactly centered so I am trying to make a plate out of a thin steel plate (wish me luck)
Just my 2 cents worth...good luck with your hunt.
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