Perfect tablesaw box joints, any size, NO DADO! Easy to make and NOW WITH PLANS!

Steve Maskery builds the Ultimate Universal Tablesaw No-Dado Box Joint Jig!
Yes, it's a bit of a mouthful. But it's actually quite good. One jig, one blade, any size finger-joint. Did we mention it doesn't need a dado head? Best design using just a Flat Top Grind Rip blade.
Plans now available at www.stevemaske...
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[@bishophiroshimatwinky3581]

"So, if you work in inches, 11.8 millimetres is somewhere between 11 and 12 millimetres!" I had to laugh, Steve; but I'm starting a copy of your brilliant jig right away!

[@SteveMaskery]

Apart from my mate Dave, you are the only person who has commented on the joke! Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@Allbbrz]

@@SteveMaskery Well... i caught that but thought of it as "just an honest mistake" ;-)

[@sanjacobo84]

I had to rewatch that part! Brilliant! Loved the jig

[@PhiKappaTauZetaBeta]

Lol, caught it on my first time through, and knew someone had to have commented on it. I do work in inches, but it's still funny.

[@anthonyshaw7251]

Got to say I laughed at that, & saw you smirk Steve, I’m subscribed on one video, great project, awesome teacher👍👌

[@user-lj1jo8gr8v]

I built this jig and have now used it to make two different sized box joints. It really takes some patience to get the setup right but as you say, once it's setup correctly, you're done. I absolutely love it. Thank you Steve for sharing your wisdom.

[@SteveMaskery]

@@user-lj1jo8gr8v Great to hear!

[@lagunafishing]

The millimetre to inches conversion was brilliant!

[@avoidtheherd7066]

I've looked at many, many YT vids re: box joint jigs. This looks like the best one, by far. Kudos.

[@dian3145]

Steve, great presentation style. Little details that show you are a natural teacher (you want this clean side, not this chipped out side). Humor (11.8mm is somewhere between 11-12mm...almost fell out of my US based chair). I bought your plans and should have it done this evening! Thanks much. After 20 box joint vids, this is the one.

[@michaelsparrow9274]

"11.8mm...so if you're working in inches, that's about...between 11 and 12 millimeters." Haha! Fantastic

[@thorlo1278]

Steve, your sense of humor, your ability to tell others to "get over yourself", your infectious smile, and your awesome finger joint jig, caused me to subscribe! That is a neat little jig you made. I'm from Mississippi, but, my Fisher roots come from Nottingham. So like you said, I have a Ridgid Table saw and a Freud Dado stack. If something comes up and you don't hear from me, just know I'm fighting primary liver cancer and am terminal. So stiff upper lip old man and I will make comments. Daniel Fisher.

[@PikachuG5]

Just a few days ago, I thought to myself, "There has to be a way to make a box joint jig that would cut more than one size of joint. One of these days, I'll sit down and think about how to make one." I just stumbled across this video, and found you've done the thinking for me. Thank you for saving me a few brain cells : )

[@markjohnson429]

I tried two other "simple box joint jigs" I found on KZbin, both of which seemed simple but ended up being complicated or hard to build, or at least hard to build right. That is, hard for me to build right. After giving up on the second one I went browsing KZbin videos again and came across this one. At first jt seemed complicated, especially because you were so careful and precise. But once I had watched the whole thing through I thought, "That's it?" Then I watched it again and thought, "Wow, it's really that simple." I drew it up and built it within a day, and I'll be damned if it didn't work right the very first time I used it. Of course I still need some practice but I already know it's going to work and work well. And yet it's so simple. Genius. Thanks for sharing!

[@jeffcarr392]

Thanks for the metric to imperial conversion, spot on ! 👌👍😆😆😆

[@andyboybennett]

You have changed my view of the universe. Until I saw this video I believed that in the world of box-joint jigs, "Simple" meant one size only, no variation, and "Versatile" or "Adjustable" meant incredibly complex to build and to use. I'm sorry that I can't go build one of these right now, but soon, very soon! Also, how have you been hiding your excellent channel? I thought I knew all the good woodworking channels on YT, and had grown tired of most of them, but here's a wealth of great content. Let the binge-watching begin. Thanks. It's great!

[@SteveMaskery]

Hi Andrew, glad you are enjoying it. WRT exposure, it's not through lack of trying! You would need to ask YT's algorithms that question. If you use the plans, please consider a small donation to keep the channel going. Best wishes for your woodwork.

[@andyboybennett]

@@SteveMaskery I was unsuccessful in downloading the plans. I don't understand why one needs such strong encryption for this. I think I can make the jig from what you showed on the video, though. I'll send something for the coffers.

[@SteveMaskery]

@@andyboybennett I don't understand Andrew. It's not encrypted, it's a straightforward link. Lots of others have downloaded it successfully. But I do accept that, for whatever reason, you are having problems. If you email me, I will send them to you. steveATstevemaskeryDOTcoDOTuk

[@michaellovetere8033]

Thank you for inviting us into your shop...

[@metallover3]

@13:12 "If you work in inches, 11.8 millimeters is something about.. between 11 and 12 millimeters." LOL

[@ecase727]

I just built one of these. There are a lot of "box joint jigs" on KZbin. Some very basic, and some very complicated with gears and threaded rod. I liked this design as it was a simple sled, with interchangeable inserts for different box joints. Using the single blade (as I rarely use box joints over 1/2") works well, and with the simple screws was surprised how easy it was to dial in the perfect fit, and complexly repeatable. If i want to do a new size for some reason, very easy to grab a scrap of 3/4 ply and make up a new insert to suite. Well worth the effort.

[@SteveMaskery]

Very pleased to hear that it fits the bill for you. 👍

[@ihccab]

Hi Steve. About five years ago I built a box joint jig for my table saw and dado set. I struggled with the setup every time I used it. I then built a jig for my router table and I'm not pleased with the quality of the joints it makes. I've watched a dozen, or so, videos on building box joint jigs, and yours is the one I'm building now. It is the most simple, straight forward design I've found.

[@Steve20333]

It was nice whatching this Video , everything was old school . just wonderful !

[@julianclothier4830]

I've spent a few hours making this jig Steve. Thank you for sharing. I'm a learner down in New Zealand and wondering why my joints seem to be rather loose. Cheers for now.

[@wanpengqian]

Great jig! this is what I looking for! thanks.

[@cyrilnorrie8450]

This jig is so clever. It really is a pain to set up a dado set for one box, plus as you mentioned, it is nice to be able to use the saw for other cuts without removing the dado. I will be building this jig soon. Thanks for sharing your design.

[@SteveMaskery]

Thank you for the great feedback, much appreciated.

[@armanzd.i.y.511]

Of all the jigs out there in making a box joint, this is the best thanks Steve for sharing. love it 😍😍

[@SteveMaskery]

Thank you, as it happens, I think so, too :). And if you can make a a contribution, that would be much appreciated.

[@armanzd.i.y.511]

@@SteveMaskery No problem in the near future..thanks again, take care.

[@andrebourque2165]

Watched it again and I loved your metric to English conversion. Quite Cheeky!

[@lewisjenkins3068]

hello from NZ, just made the jig Steve and after a bit of tweeking and deep thought its a dream. Thank you and all the best. Great channel.

[@ehresendez]

Just made this today! I got the tighest finger joints I've ever made! Once I figured out that bit between 11 and 12 mm, it was easy! Thanks for sharing this!

[@SteveMaskery]

Very pleased to har it.

[@skippylippy547]

Excellent presentation. Thank you. I like the way you make finger joints. I'm going to build this jig!

[@SteveMaskery]

Glad it was helpful, enjoy!

[@kevinfielding7029]

Nice jig. Glad to see someone always using a guard.

[@justintaylor8510]

Thank you 😁

[@chrisbellis4762]

Dear Steve, I am really not a very good woodworker, but I can not tell you how much I enjoy playing about with wood, and during lock down it was my, and I am sure so many others, salvation. I have really enjoyed all your videos, but this one is something special. Your videos do not just happen, but must be the result of many long hours of preparing and then you top it all with a free plan! Thank you for your generosity Kindest Regards Chris

[@frankcornfield5915]

First-class educational video for all but especially our cousins across the pond. Between eleven and twelve millimetres.

[@mattwal43]

Very elegant jig! Will be making it soon.

[@FormerlyKnownAsAndrew]

"It's a jig not a dining table" lolll, this gets me every time 🤣

[@GrantOakes]

Very cool jig to make these box joints!

[@Woodgate425]

Hi Steve. Of all the box jigs I’ve seen, this has got to be the best. Brilliant!

[@barryspiers6956]

Forgot I’d made this about 18 months ago, dug it out and made a sliding divider drawer for my workshop cabinet, worked a treat!! Many thanks again Steve

[@tubulationjim]

I just made this jig - a really well explained job. As usual, I didn't listen (ask my wife) and the dual rails I made were both 0.4mm too skinny, result - misery. It didn't help that my 6 month old MDF had been in a wet shed, nor that my initial attempt at checking this came out perfectly and lulled me into a false sense of perfection, nor that I used a face board to avoid the split- out as described, but failed to use double sided tape and v thin scrap, as I had neither, and the plate of ply I used slid on the face of the jig... you get the idea. Perfection is easier if everything is dry, neat, to hand, and you have all the ingredients. I expect years of practice helps. Every error leads to a better day, just don't do what I did - do what he did! I'll remake the jig after a visit to B&Q on Wednesday.

[@NVOLIKOS]

This is absolutely GENIUS! Why didn't I think of that all those years? Thank you for sharing this brilliant idea sir. The least I can do is to subscribe. Congratulations again!

[@stevewhiteside3102]

Finally got round to making my version of this great box joint jig and thanks to you for sharing this how to build. Box making here we come... 😀

[@willtube61]

Genius! Going to build this.

[@Ayman-se2jt]

I have seen bunch of videos for finger joint but this one is the best of them all So easy yet so neat and accurate Thumbs up

[@colinaindow674]

First class idea - thanks for taking the time to share it

[@johnrako]

Besides showing us an innovative jig, the video treats us to one of the best metrology jokes ever, "If you work in inches, 11.8 mm is somewhere between 11 and 12 mm." I plan to steal that line just as I've often repeated my old drill sergeant's quip, "Be in formation at 1300 hours. That's 1 pm National Guard Time."

[@richarddominguez7817]

Thank you for Box Joint video... the best one I've come across. I used your design and integrated it into my table saw sled. Works great and is simple enough that it will be used. Kudos!

[@NMranchhand]

Well, that’s just artistry, that is.

[@robb2869]

Brilliant as always Steve, like a lot of people watching this I've made various box joint jigs I've seen on youtube but this one is the cats whiskers for sure and will be my build today! Love the micro adjust with the lateral travel, what a great idea! Love the mils joke for our American friends :o))

[@kenea3226]

of all the ones I've seen this is the simplest to make. Brilliant.

[@trickster11300]

Just found your video. Great to see a craftsman in a workshop and not a would be star working in an operating theatre. Very helpful and a great accurate jig. Thanks for sharing and I will be building one.

[@phillipdobson1247]

Hi Steve, This is a great idea. I have just made the the basic platform of the jig and will make the "finger" board tomorrow. I intend to use metric measurements only as you have done because I also find 11.8mm to be somewhere between 11mm and 12mm in Imperial. Thanks for the plans, the detailed video and the entertaining humour.

[@dmartin1650]

You noticed the slip also 😉

[@petermartin4267]

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[@Dustins_Woodworking]

I recently made this jig. Love it! I love how you can dial in the fit and can easily switch sizes or make a new size if you need to. Thanks so much for the video!

[@SteveMaskery]

I'm really pleased that you like this enough to make it up. Thank you. Please share it with your woodie pals so that others can find it, too.

[@edreusser4741]

I spent so much time looking for my glasses I went to Cosco and got 9 pairs then spread them everywhere.

[@SteveMaskery]

I do the same, but they still always end up all on the bedside table...

[@TaiChiPlay]

Just what I was looking for. I've been thinking how to do this for the last several days and here it is! Outstanding implementation. And three safety features are a very nice add.

[@Steve-ht3ry]

Steve greeting from Albuquerque, New Mexico (USA). Great presentation, going out to make one now!

[@stephandelange1776]

Hey, I have to give you my greatest congratulations. I've been woodworking for close to 30 years and I've done lot's of Box-joints with numious jigs, but "YOURS" beats em all by a landslide. I'm gonna try to build it like yours. The only problem I have, is I dont have a router anymore. Due to my health I'm living on disability. When it all happened, we needed money so much, we had to sell everything I had (and it was a lot). I'm slowly restarting to purchase tools for my small shop room. So, I might have a little trouble making the little triangle cut for the guard. I might have to come up with a diffferent type of guard! But anyways, Congratz. You are a serious jig genious. Love your work and your videos. Thanks again and fabulous work!

[@Jevandtieriel]

I feel you could make a square key for the blade guard that would work...

[@SebastianGodoyMedel]

So simple and so amazing at the same time. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@cadaveramatore]

Thank you so much, you are the best.

[@neilmenage2549]

Absolutely brilliant! After many unsuccessful attempts using a router, I made your jig. And got a perfect result first time. Thank you very much for sharing this!

[@SteveMaskery]

Delighted to hear it, Neil. Please tell your woody friends, post it on Facebook or wherever you socialise and send me a generous donation :)👍

[@SteveCohenPhilly]

Hi Steve, Love the video. I am new to wood working. (very new) I got in my head that I want to make box joints. I have watched several videos on making box joint jigs. Your design is a perfect blending of simplicity, precision, and eloquence. with special attention paid to safety. It has it all. And with a little tenacity, I feel it is within my skill set and can be made mostly with the tools I own, save a caliper.

[@SteveMaskery]

I'm very pleased that you have found it helpful. Good luck!

[@SteveCohenPhilly]

Well it has been a month, but I created my version of your jig. I had to make a few alterations because I don't have a router table, a v router bit or a drill press. And I understand metric but all my measuring devises are in inches and fractions. I'm on the other side of the pond. I did not get the same results with my box jig that you did. But for my first one, it is surprisingly good. My box joints are not as tight and have some gaps. But with a little bit of a tweak and and new blade for my table saw, I am sure in no time, It will improve. I want to thank you again.

[@SanFelipesg]

Thank you Steve, I just build this today and is working great.

[@myopinion6328]

Great video

[@whoisathome]

Hi Steve. Thank you for sharing this well thought out jig. It is truly universal for multiple sizes of finger joints - and not a single piece of red aluminum in sight! Smashing! Cheers / Peter.

[@jvmiller1995]

that is a pretty simple Idea. Great job.

[@fabiomerlin8820]

Perfect!

[@simonpaterson4846]

Thanks Steve. I've tried to build other box joint jigs in the past and the results are never quite perfect. The best thing about this is how easy it is to micro-adjust not only the width of the slot but also the start point for the first slot, meaning you can get the top edges of the 2 work pieces perfectly flush, as well as being able to tune the snugness of the fit to your own personal preference. Brilliant.

[@normandrodrigue3148]

Brilliant! Thank you.

[@kathrynnewton8721]

Love your humour!

[@paulbabcock9606]

Wonder idea. I like it.

[@mygrandfathersaxe]

I love this plan, Steve! As a beginner woodworker it was easy to follow and helped me solve a roadblock on an important upcoming build, so thank you!

[@timhunter452]

I look forward to making this. I had not realised you were back on KZbin until this video popped up, now I have subscribed and have lots to catch up on. Nice to see you back. Tim

[@gregoriochairez2185]

Very simple,but it works.nice jig,thanks Steve.Greetings.

[@markbahlke9091]

Very nice! This is a must have jig for any shop. I will be making this as soon as possible. Thank for the instruction!

[@Stepwel4two]

I’ll have to find that video on the adjustable router jig, all your jigs, it seems are build around safety, which for a mens shed would be ideal, that’s really enjoyed your teaching.

[@colinwilson210]

"It's a jig, not a dining table, get over yourself" - classic line worthy of a like and subscribe all by itself

[@SteveMaskery]

Thank you, glad you liked it :)

[@nelsonmeza444]

Simple, sencillo y sin pretenciones....excelente amigo.

[@SteveMaskery]

Gracias!

[@ccbmeyer]

I am a late beginner in this and more of a BIU (Bugger-it-Upper) than a DIY, but last night I actually build something a bit similar based on your principle for this Jig. My solution had adjustable stopblocks on the side, but your solution is so much more universal (and elegant) as you have your sliders be the variable and the stop blocks remain in place. Excellent solution and very happy I found you! Going to follow your lead. Thanks Steve.

[@thomasslate5341]

Think I’m gonna have to make a “Welcome to my BIU Shop” sign!

[@tttm99]

I came up with this design and built it in Lego (of all things) for a quick test. Glad to see it in action. Screws for micro carriage adjustment... fantastic. 👍

[@jessetwidale6939]

This is a brilliant plan! I'm searching up different plans on KZbin and this one is the plan to beat so far! Simple concept, flexibility of different size fingers by grabbing a different template, and no adjustment required after the initial set up. Love it! Thank you for the video!!

[@simonzero3815]

So simple yet so lovely. Thanks for sharing.

[@hu5116]

My goodness, by the time I’ve fooled around with all this complexity I could have it the dado in done my cuts and replaced it and be done!

[@SteveMaskery]

You are obviously more adept with using a dado stack than I am. But I think you are rather missing the point. This is for when you don't have a dado. I've done both methods and I prefer this one. Your milage may vary.

[@TheSnekkerShow]

This is a great idea. I looked at several other designs before finding this one, and immediately decided this was the one that I wanted to build. I like the quick setup, repeatability, and compact size. Between this and William Ng's precise measurement techniques in his "Make an Accurate Box Joint Jig" video, I'm hoping to be able to consistently cut box joints to the correct thousandth of an inch with very little setup time.

[@TheFalconJetDriver]

Let me know how this turns out, I am here for the same reason even though I have an Incra TS-LS Wonder Fence system, this is just quicker to use minimal setup. Funny finding you here! It is a small world sometimes. 😁🛫

[@TheSnekkerShow]

@@TheFalconJetDriver My previous reply might have been blocked because I included a link to Instagram. To repeat, I built the "dining table" version of this jig with some good hardwood and a couple of modifications (not affecting the critical functionality), and I'm a huge fan. I used calipers during setup and I thought it was helpful. I might build two sets of inserts so I can have one for hardwood and one for softwood, since softer wood tends to swell more when the glue is applied. It might also be possible to measure how much of a screw rotation would be needed to make that adjustment on the fly.

[@arthurcrosby5755]

Nice one Steve! Thanks for sharing and being such a nice guy! 👍

[@dk8435]

I’ve been struggling to get jigs adjusted correctly for this type of work but yours solution looks ideal

[@user-ce7on9ts9t]

Very interesting this template, I think I will reproduce it because I cannot install a dado on my saw, thank you for all this information

[@fournierluc2205]

I'm curious as to why you nibble the slot to get the fit for the right side of the jig instead of using your spacer of the correct size and insert it between the adjusting screw and the jig frame the right. IMO, it would provide the right spacing more quickly and without nibbling the scrap piece of wood.

[@pecosimplu7070]

That blade guard is something... verry clever. I wacht manny videos but never see one till now. l'll make this jig soon. Thanks for free plans. Best regards.

[@SteveMaskery]

Detasils of the blade guard and kickstop are on Workshop Essentials Volume 8, Tablesaw Safety

[@davidnoakes4836]

I love this idea, brilliant 🤩

[@davidharvey5672]

Excellent job Steve, thanks for sharing

[@TheFalconJetDriver]

I really like your approach to this box joint jig, just as the Snekker Show stated previously I like that it can finely tuned.😁🛫

[@SteveMaskery]

Yes, adjustability is the key to precision, in my book.

[@jcwoodworx-corneeldutoit3419]

Well done, Steve! Nice to see another type design apart from the "key in the template at the back" design.

[@Mikael1948]

Amazing smart solution! I am impressed!

[@Mikael1948]

Amazing solution! I am impressed!

[@imtiyazshah9790]

Really very helpful thank you 🙏🏾

[@keithperry2120]

Thanks Steve, I will be making one very soon, its the best by far.

[@davidreams]

Wonderfully thought out jig. Well done sir.

[@b3arwithm3]

This the best design I have seen and I have been looking for a long time 😂 it is also a bonus it's so simple to make one

[@SteveMaskery]

Thank you. Please Share, and if you download the plans, please consider making a voluntary donation, it helps keep the channel alive.

[@pecosimplu7070]

Thanks 👍👏 I appreciate very much your detailed explantations

[@kennethsharrock2239]

A great simple jig really well explained thanks for sharing Please keep the videos coming 😊

[@richardtullius6419]

Smashing, I’ve looked at many of these, but it’s this one I’m going to make.

[@paulsummer8874]

I have looked at and built so many disappointing box joint jigs. Now I have found one that looks like what I want!

[@richardplester]

Fantastic jig idea, thank you so much for sharing sir🙏

[@ivancauchi3652]

I have to congratulate you on the idea and implementation. I'll be doing my best to replicate the jig.

[@edreusser4741]

" if you work in inches, 11.8 mm is between 11 and 12 mm". Interesting observation. I love your videos, and your presentation is great. I just got a chuckle when you said that. My guess is that the imperial system of measurement is no more your cup of tea than mine. Unfortunately 330 million or so of my countryman don't agree.

[@luisurbina5115]

Outstanding! Making one tomorrow!