Jigs & Guides
Jigs and guides improve accuracy and repeatability in drilling, routing and cutting operations. Examples include dowel jigs, dovetail jigs, circle‑cutting guides, tapering jigs and crosscut sleds. They help you produce professional results consistently.
What are jigs and guides used for?
Jigs and guides are accessories that help control the movement of tools, ensuring precision and repeatability in tasks like drilling, cutting, or routing. They make complex or repetitive operations faster, safer, and more accurate.
Do I need to buy jigs, or can I make my own?
Both options work. Many woodworkers and metalworkers build custom jigs for specific tasks, but ready-made commercial jigs offer versatility and are often adjustable, making them useful for a wide range of applications.
What’s the difference between a jig and a guide?
A jig holds the workpiece and directs the tool (e.g., a dowel jig or dovetail jig), while a guide controls the tool’s path directly (e.g., a straightedge guide for a circular saw). Together, they improve accuracy and consistency.
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Milescraft | Lock Mate Plus
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View full detailsMilescraft | Sign Pro 1-1/2 & 2-1/2 Vertical Number Set
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View full detailsMilescraft | Pocket Screws Coarse 1½" Bulk 100Pc
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View full detailsCreative Turning | Jig Skew Grinding
Creative TurningSkew Grinding Jig Fits on the end of the long arm of the Creative Turning Grinding Jig (CTGJ) Specifically for sharpening Skew chisels, has...
View full detailsFestool | Dovetail joint template VS 600 SZ 20
FestoolFESTOOL. Our passion for high-quality power tools has continued for more than 90 years. We share this fascination with our users and fans. Ou...
View full detailsFestool | Drill stand for carpentry GD 460 A
FestoolFESTOOL. Our passion for high-quality power tools has continued for more than 90 years. We share this fascination with our users and fans. Our p...
View full detailsMilescraft | Sign Pro 1-1/2" Horizontal Character Set
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View full detailsMilescraft | Sign Pro 2-1/2" Horizontal Character Set
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View full detailsMilescraft | Template Set Vertical Letter 1-1/2″ & 2-1/2″
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View full detailsMilescraft | Templates Vertical Letters 1 1/2"/38mm 30pc
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View full detailsMetabo | Mitre Fence Fsw
METABOFor precise alignment of the guide rail on the workpiece Angle adjustable from -60° to +60° Suitable for the Metabo guide rails FS
Kreg | Pocket-Hole Jig XL KR KPHJ920
KregKreg Pocket-Hole Jig XL - Create pocket holes with twice the strength! This extra-large jig makes it easy to build big and build strong using 2x...
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