2 Woodworking Joints with the Jessem Dowelling Jig - Detailed Instructions
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Here's a tutorial on how to create a dowelled butt joint and a mitre joint (miter joint) with the Jessem Dowelling Jig. I also show how to use the indexing pin to add more holes in your work pieces. I am still learning how use the tool properly, but I tried to explain each step to the best of my understanding.
While this tool does require a bit more setup, it has the potential to replace much more expensive tools like the Domino Mortiser -- Especially in a small hobby shop where speed isn't as important. Cheers!
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I appreciate that you went right into substance and didn’t have any intro animation or music. Thank you for the video!
Thanks for your comment! :)
Great video! Thanks
I strongly recommend anyone considering this jig look into the dowelmax. If you still decide to get the Jessem, consider using the dowelmax's "reference face" method instead of measuring and marking center lines. It will almost certainly give you better, more consistent alignment of your dowels.
Hey thanks for commenting with your recommendation, I haven't tried the dowelmax but I'm sure it's well suited for dowelling as well! Cheers 👍
I tend to agree that marking a centerline with pencil is a point of potential failure and that aligning with a reference face is a better approach. Since the Jessem jig is symmetrical, you are able to use the indexing pin in the first hole to align the array of holes from a reference-face, and then on the mating piece, switch the pin to the bushing on the opposite end of the drill guide and repeat the process. That works for end-grain to edge-grain joints. What the Jessem needs that the DowelMax has is an indexing rod. What Jessem has that DowelMax doesn't have is hole-spacing proportional to dowel size. For the time being, I'll stay with my Joint Genie.
@@LegacyCraftworks Thank you for sharing this advice, really helpful! I actually wanted to get the dowelmax, but it was sold out everywhere so I went with the Jessem instead.
Great demonstration. Thanks for uploading your video !
I just got my jig yesterday! Your other video helped me make up my mind and this video was timed perfectly lol! Merci!
Awesome! I'll probably film more videos as I try different joinery with the jig. Merci pour le commentaire 👍
Nice video man, I appreciate your overview of this jig, keep it up, subscribed.
Glad you enjoyed, thanks for your comment and for watching 🍺
I just received my jig in the mail yesterday. I found your video very helpful. in fact much more helpful than the Jessm videos that just go too fast. The jig itself is machined very well and is spot on accurate.
Wow, thanks for your nice feedback! I'm glad it helped someone 👍
Beautifull presentation ! Jesper in Roskilde
Thanks for your kind words 😊
I have both a Dowelmax and a Jessem. I won't get into a pissing match with anyone as to which is better. They are both excellent jigs but each has its own strengths and weaknesses. The reference face method used by Dowelmax is far easier to use than the centerline method used by Jessem as shown in this video. The reference face method can also be used with the Jessem jig.
Thanks for your comment. I don't have much experience with this one and I never used the Dowelmax😅 From the pictures the Dowelmax looks like a great tool too.
Reference checkmark face method used by Dowelmax can also be used with Jessem if you like. I have both a Dowelmax and a Jessem.
@@garnerboyd4206 Having both, which would you recommend to someone who can only get one of them?
And, as an owner of the JessEm jig, I recommend using the reference face method instead of drawing lines. In my experience, the reference face method is faster & more accurate (less risk of parallax error).
@@GeeDeeBird Just pick one randomly by rolling a die. You can't go wrong with either one. Dowelmax is more expensive, but the built-in clamp on the Dowlmax is a huge plus, and the Dowelmax is a beautiful jig to behold. When all the pluses and minuses of each brand are tallied, even taking into account cost differences, the Dowelmax and the Jessem are equally desirable to me.
How do you drill holes in two different sizes of workpieces? For example, can you leave a 1/4” reveal when joining a 4x4 leg of a table to a 3/4” apron?
When you drill the holes in your posts, you would adjust the bottom plate 1 or 2 notches to move the holes inwards 👍
This jig, like most dowling jigs, is not self-centering. This is not a problem, but extra care needs to be taken to mark those faces that you want, in the end, to be flush. This can be up to two faces. Since the holes for drilling holes in the jig are symmetrical from each edge (edges that are perpendicular to the row of 5 drilling guides), either edge can be used for reference. However, care needs to be taken to match the two surfaces that you want to be flush that corresponds to the distance from the adjustable fence, as it will never likely be centered, nor could it be "centered", on pieces that are being joined (e.g., dowels at the end of a board vs. dowels in the face of a board).
Yes, I realized this while trying it out in another video. Thanks for putting it in actual words because I was having a pretty hard time communicating that! Thanks for watching! 👍
I'm curious how well this would work on a face frame that is only 1" wide stock. I find you can only fit 1 dowel in such a space. I've tried making an accurate jig of my own that is set up similar to the Jessem but when I put the mating piece on, its still not 100% correctly at 90 degrees, it is still slightly off. I feel like many dowel videos show using the dowel jig, and then they just show the joint - "look, it's flush!" but they never show measuring anything like the squareness.
I might be misunderstanding your comment, but wouldn’t your cuts from the saw determine if the 90’ is accurate? The dowels (with any jig) will just join 2 flat surfaces together.
3:56, i wish they put a mark going along the bottom so you didn't have to eye ball it. How much play do you have in the joints if you're off the mark?
At first I thought so too, but it's actually quite easy to line-up how it is. If needed, I might add a little scratch on the back of the plate. I think that could be helpful. I still need a bit of practice 😅 Edit: Just saw your question: Not much play at all, but that probably depends on the size of your dowels.
@@LegacyCraftworks i suppose you could just reference the edge of the jig instead? I think I am going to go with the dowelmax though, seems less prone to user error.
@@RunningCordoroy I never tried it but the Dowelmax seems like a great tool as well 👍
Does this jig also work with European size dowels? Example 6 or 8mm
They make both version of this tool (Imperial or Metric) so you would need the Metric version of the jig to use metric dowels 👍 (You might have to order directly from the manufacturer)
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I bought this jig and my center line is off I’ve gotten three replacements by the company the customer service is great but it takes forever to get replacements. I have about 1/64 off to the right when I flip the jig over to do an adjacent side I end up with a 1/32 error of wood alignment. If they placed a line in the center of the dowel guide(grey piece) there would be no need to transfer lines and no need for a peep hole either. The concept is good but they need more markings on the jig. Plain and simple I wouldn’t buy this jig again and make sure you buy from their website or when you run into problems they won’t refund your money only keep sending replacements parts
That sucks. Hope they get your issue resolved, so far I didn't notice imperfections with mine.
I do not own this jig, but if I was you I would forget about using those centering marks. Instead put the pin in the end hole as a stop on the edge of the wood and then drill in the next hole and so forth. If the first hole is to close to the edge use the second hole.
@@richardlug6139 That's a good idea!
Yup that’s exactly what did! I just put a dowel in one location then put the jig directly to the dowel and clamp the two pieces together. It’s harder when you have to drill on the face and both pieces are small 2”w. Once the dowel and jig are in place there are no alignment issues. No more markings just drill then put the jig to dowel and drill other board
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I am not convinced by that jig. It seems to have no edge referencing or if it has it would need to be an add on.
I am not sure what you mean, but thanks for commenting 👍
@@LegacyCraftworks
The jig seems to have no means to reference from the edge. In the video you are doing it by eye which would not be an accurate system of reference.
Not criticizing you just saying I am not convinced by the jig. Unless there is something that is not obvious.
@@bighands69 Got it! Thanks for taking the time to explain. I didn't use it much, but I'm hoping to try a panel glue up in the next few weeks. Cheers!
@@bighands69 Use the pin and put it in the first hole and butt it up against the edge of the wood and drill into the next hole and so forth. I do not own the jig, but this is what I would do it might take more reclapping if you need more holes, but it would be more accurate than trying to make marks and eyeing those marks up straight.
Some body show this guy where the edge of the jig is. And put a checkmark on it. LOL Reference checkmark face method used by Dowelmax can also be used with Jessem if you like. I have both a Dowelmax and a Jessem.
Really hoped this would be the jig to end all jigs. Not convinced at all after viewing your video so thanks for posting. I own dowel max and a couple Wolfecraft which seem far superior to jessem. As a matter of fact dowel center punches or finishing nails driven into one side and cut off have achieved accurate and quality joinery results time and time again. Im so sad this didnt meet my expectations....boooooo
My results are heavily impacted by my lack of skills, but I’m glad the video was somehow helpful for you 👍
Unprepared
Too much guessing measurements.
Thanks for the Video. However, I strongly suggest you read the instructions and learn the tool before doing a video showing how to do it wrong. Even your the final way of doing this was not ideal.
Thanks for the tips!
1) nobody wants to fumble with an Allen key and tiny parts. Figure out a "no tool" way to switch it over.
2) too fiddly.
3) Demo could not be worse.
Bottom line this needs a lot of work. Best of luck I sincerely wish you success.
1) Look at it positively, now you know this tool isn't for you.
2) If you only need 1 dowel size for all your projects you wouldn't need to replace the drill guide.
3) I won't disagree on my demonstration skills - I'm a beginner documenting my learning process and it's fun to share/discuss with people who are interested in woodworking.
Thanks for your feedback 👍
@Tioga which jig do you use?
I can tell this guy doesn't have a wife are a girl friend. lol
@@garnerboyd4206 And your proof is?
Check out the DowelMax. No fiddly parts. No measuring, marking and lines. Faster and more accurate.