Understanding the Festool Domino DF500

[@erichildebrand3780]

As an American, middle aged, I can't tell you how much I appreciate a matter of fact, no BS, no endorsement, intelligent person who is providing just the information needed, with that perfect amount of Brit charm and wit. Thanks for this.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Eric, Gosh, thank you so much. Cheers. Peter

[@pbottura]

As an Italian, over aged, I can't tell you ... etc.. Thank you very much, you've helped me better than Festool instructions and dozens of other KZbinr's videos. Keep posting!

[@cloutgangster]

As a Gay middle aged man I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your gentle soft majestic manly hands all over that powerful vibrating machine.

[@MrTaxque]

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[@flashcraft8287]

@@cloutgangster Hilarious!

[@VirTERM]

Excellent video, after having a domino for 3 years I still appreciated some of your tips. Thank you Peter for such great contribution to the woodworking community

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@evanlee6546]

This is an outstanding, comprehensive introduction to the DF500. Thanks!!!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful! Peter

[@stefanobianchi1551]

Thank you very much Peter! I've bought the domino but only now I'm ready to start!! Greetings from Switzerland..

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Stefano, Well done and good luck. Cheers. Peter

[@williamdemilia6223]

Peter. thank you. I enjoyed your video and will watch others. I just purchased a 500 and anxious to start using. I am in CT , USA and love your British expressions..

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi William, You are very kind and enjoy your new machine. Peter

[@Pieter2360]

Wonderful tutorial Sir! Just received my D500 today and this really helps me to get started on my Domino journey. Thank you.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@davidsteensma3221]

Terrific video with clear explanation and demonstrations. These tools have become extraordinarily difficult to obtain due the supply chain problems from the pandemic; right now if you try to order a 500 from the typical suppliers in the US they are quoting a backlog of orders of 6 months or more.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi David, Yes, that is true all over but it will be worth the wait. Peter

[@northwoodsman4549]

I love your video's! They are my "go to" source for good information. One thing to note is that the cross stops can also be used when joining long boards together. Align the pin in the edge of your previous hole and there is no limit to how far you can go with perfectly even-spaced mortises; they don't have to be aligned just from an end. My Parf Guide Mark 2 system is scheduled to arrive tomorrow, I can't wait to use it.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Thanks for the info and good luck with the brand new PGS. Cheers. Peter

[@geoffthirlwall373]

Peter, yet another excellent video, and agree with others, they add value, are clear and to the point - all with a nice style of presentation Thank you for all the info you included and will now buy one with confidence. Thanks again and keep up the good work. rgds Geoff

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Geoff, I used to have a big morticing machine but still had to make the tenons the hard way. I sold that machine and also my Lamello biscuit jointer and bought the DF500 from Axminster with a few accessories. That transformed my woodworking and I just wish that I had done it earlier. The Domino is a fantastic machine and mine is now 11 or 12 years old. It has never gone wrong and I am still using the original cutters. I have gone through many bags of 6 mm, 8 mm and 10 mm dominos and made some excellent joints (and the odd bish-up through haste or stupidity). Many thanks for your super feedback. Cheers. Peter

[@anthonyhartman7084]

Thank you thank you thank you! Wonderful, well edited video. Very helpful.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nainitalism]

Excellent video, Answered all my questions. Much appreciated

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it helped! Peter

[@lobird23]

Brilliant, Peter. You have helped make my woodworking journey a very enjoyable experience. black coffee, I love British humor. Thank you very much.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Ray, You are famous (or more famous) now - I had used that coffee stick to stir a small pot of black paint ! Cheers. Peter

[@capitalmedic]

Well done! I have this on order along with the extra box of dominos and bits. I feel this video really helped me understand the tool and will help me get right to work with it. Thanks for doing this.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful! Cheers. Peter

[@jaybarron3186]

Best how to domino video I’ve seen yet!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Jay, You are very kind. Cheers. Peter

[@DIYwithDennis]

Excellent video! Very helpful!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@terryjlee1531]

Great video as always

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Appreciate that

[@alexrobles7744]

great information here. thank you.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Alex, Glad it was helpful. Cheers Peter

[@artpeters6122]

Peter, wonderful video and great “how-to” for the domino, I look forward to your coming treatises on other tools...

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Art, Many thanks. Peter

[@MrPatdeeee]

As always, awesome! Thank you Mr Peter Parfitt.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Pat, Well done for subjecting yourself to this very long video ! Cheers. Peter

[@risby2]

Thanks, I've had a domino over 5 years and only used it twice. Also a 1400 router that has never been used.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

I hope this video will encourage you to get those tools out. Peter

[@mickcarter670]

Sell them to me.

[@quadroeffects9316]

You can also clamp another wider piece of wood behind the 2nd board to create a deeper surface.

[@Pistol_Knight]

I have the pins on mine (older version) which are great for easy referencing from edges

[@dixie002]

Very helpful thanks Peter.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Glenn, Many thanks. Peter

[@woodworkingphoto8083]

The black coffee joke made me laugh out loud

[@ronh9384]

Hello Peter. Excellent video as always. I always learn something! Can you tell me which video you introduced the Parf Domino Removal tool? 😊 A friend is about to do a large project with dominos’ and I suggested he make one of the tools to aide in dry fitting and removing them for glue up. Thanks Peter! Ron

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Ron, I hate these questions as I do not run an index of subjects - I know I should. However, my first guess at the video was right: kzbin.info/www/bejne/amWYiKudZsppnLM Peter

[@kevinleahy2147]

Hi Peter, I've been really enjoying your videos - such clear explanations - thank you! I was wondering if you've ever used your DF500 for internal doors? I am about to make some doors for a wardrobe but the doors will be similar in size to an internal door. Made from pine and with a mirror panel in each. 1 inch think timber. 4 inch wide stiles. I'm wondering if the dominos that the DF 500 works with would be large enough? I'd really appreciate your opinion before I start.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Kevin, Wardrobe doors should not be put under the same amount of strain as regular doors. I would be happy to use the DF500 if I did not have the DF700. I would use 8 mm dominos that are 50 mm long (Festool code 493299), placing two across each 4" joint. Do take great care in the gluing stage. Good luck. Peter

[@kevinleahy2147]

@@NewBritWorkshop Hi Peter, thank you so much for your prompt reply - exactly what I needed to know. Much appreciated. And thanks for all the videos. They prompted me to buy the Festool track saw which is so useful and a pleasure to use. Merry Christmas, Kevin

[@leefaw1294]

Great video. l noticed you had a slot cut in the face of the rail on your bench. It was sized so that the locking bench clamps will slide in from the end to act as a vice. What is the name of the cutter and where can I get one to cut that key slot? Thanks...all the best in the new year........L

[@NewBritWorkshop]

How odd, I replied to this but that reply has disappeared. I used a 19 mm cutter to cut a slot in the vertical face of the bench. I then fixed an extrusion into the slot which came from Axminster, part number 105470. Here is a link: www.axminstertools.com/ujk-technology-universal-track-915mm-105470 Peter

[@leefaw1294]

@@NewBritWorkshop No worries. You replied very quickly to my email follow-up. Al the best an deep up the good work.

[@leewatkins1610]

FOR foreigner has a fairly good command of the english language!

[@manuzach]

those cutters don't come cheap! $345 for the domino set with cutters seems like a slam dunk deal

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Manu, One of my professional woodworking friends took me to one side a few years ago and explained that his Domino DF500 had speeded work up so much that he cleared its cost (in terms of hours saved) in less than 10 days. It is all about the right tools for the job and productivity. Cheers. Peter

[@manuzach]

@@NewBritWorkshop absolutely! Simplicity the ultimate sophistication !

[@manuzach]

@@NewBritWorkshop for a hobbyist what do you recommend doing ...do you buy the tool and then come up with ways to use it or wait for a need

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Manu, It is all about capability. I do not want to be faced with a job and then find the only way to solve it is with a pen knife - get the capability and therefore be prepared for a range of tasks. I do not take this too far and so newcomers can start with a limited capability but they must have a vision for how it should grow. Peter

[@manuzach]

@@NewBritWorkshop Thanks Peter for the wisdom! worst case i buy and re-sell it once i get use out of it- Festool stuff has the best resale value, i sold my RTS 400 for a mere $50 less than what i paid for it after about 9 months of use. I hear the Domino has amazing resale value because of the demand for it.

[@yohannsantos4901]

Hello Peter! I hope you are doing well. I got a question if you could help out. I normally use 5x30 dominos and this past week I started using for the first time 10x50 ones. And the question is: when I plunge on the tightest setting (the one you always use) the mortice comes perfect and snug to the domino, but when I plunge on the middle setting (+6mm) the domino doesn’t come so tight up/down, have ever heard something about this? Or is it just user error? Thank you!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Yohann, On the tight setting a good proportion of the friction is at the edges of the domino. This is lost when the wider settings are used. Cheers. Peter

[@yohannsantos4901]

@@NewBritWorkshop Thank you, Peter! But shouldn´t the up and down movement be always tight apart from the setting? The setting should be only for side to side tightness, correct? Cheers!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Yohann, Yes, it should but there is a bit more movement (and slightly less precision) on the wider settings. It is partly machine design and partly the extra movement caused by the greater oscillation. Peter

[@yohannsantos4901]

@@NewBritWorkshop i get the point and makes totally sense! Thank you very much, Peter! Your channel is such a piece of gold! Have an excellent week

[@brianmoore47]

Hi Peter I'm looking to purchase the domino df 500 full set with box of domino s Axeminster selling for £988 Do you know anywhere selling the whole kit cheaper anywhere & do you think after Christmas there will be any sales Many thanks in advance for your advice!!? 👍

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Brian, When I bought mine I managed to get the Axminster store manager to give me a discount but you need to be in store to do that. Try doing a Google search and see where it might be cheaper. Good luck. Peter

[@woodricks3738]

What is your favorite glue?

[@NewBritWorkshop]

I mostly use Titebond II but for waterproof requirements I use the very sticky Gorilla glue. Peter

[@richardconey]

this is the best domino video I've seen so far, very detailed understandable explanation of everything! Many thanks for putting this together.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Rich, Many thanks - please let Festool know ! Cheers. Peter

[@ThriftDiving]

Really enjoyed this video! I have been salivating over the Domino for the past month as I have been watching a lot of videos on it. You've showed me everything that I need to know to get started. Ordering mine soon!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@fuertesoy]

This is what brought me to this video. So? Did you buy it yet? The 500 or the 700?

[@peterschuszter3370]

Absolutely brilliant intro, thank you so much! Super-easy to follow, well structured, well paced. Top content!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Peter, Thank you so much for your very kind comments. Cheers. Peter

[@MrDBT85]

This is brilliant Peter, now if only someone had some in stock!

[@winkclark550]

If I could give this video 1000 likes, I would. Thank you! Your explanations are very clear and the presentation is impeccable.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Wow, thank you!

[@lvmadsen]

Thank you for this video - 3 years later, it’s still relevant. I’m in research mode for a Domino, while patiently waiting for my money tree to grow...

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Great to hear!

[@pearlsrx]

Great video Pete. Thanks mate. I was flicking from the English section of the manual back and forth with the picture at the front to identify parts and try to remember the connection in my head as I read on which was slow going. Thanks to your video I also got all the bonus tips and tricks to set me off with my machine. I subscribed as I like that you are thorough instead of trying to condense a video into 10 minutes when it should take longer. Thanks again

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Jason, Many thanks for your feedback. Cheers. Peter

[@ronh9384]

I agree. I also like that your videos are detailed...

[@stevenrausch3085]

Thanks Peter, I just got a 500 this helps more than Festool’s videos😊

[@johnmackenzie2311]

Peter, I just bought a Festool Domino 500. I needed to join 1+1/4" legs for a "spider coffee table" that has legs cut at weird angles. My biscuit cutter just wasn't the right tool. The biscuit cutter is going up for sale. You are a wonderful teacher! I bought the Domino joiner with all the accessories you demonstrated. After I purchased the Domino joiner, I figured out how the accessories mounted but had no idea of which situations you would use them. KZbin and Peter to the rescue. Your video demonstrated that perfectly. Festool should hire you to demonstrate their tools. Your video covered everything about the tool from A to Z. Plus you made me laugh several times with your humor...."sod's law" aka what we yanks call Murphys Law. Thank you so much for the time you spent making this extremely helpful video. I wish the U.S. would get rid of our antiquated and cumbersome imperial measuring system. So many valuable tips in your video. I especially liked your tips on how to set the depth.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi John, You are very kind and I am delighted to have been able to help. Cheers. Peter

[@annietempleton9648]

Having just recently scraped enough cash together for the machine. I have watched dozens of videos but this one is the best by miles. So clear and concise. I have now watched this twice all the way through and it has been such a help. Thank you so much Peter for sharing your knowledge - you are a wonderful teacher!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Annie, You are very kind - many thanks. Peter

[@philalt8063]

Essential viewing for first time users of the Festool Domino DF500. Peter thank you very much. Phil 😊

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Phil, Many thanks. Cheers. Peter

[@HillCountryDemo]

What an awesome video. Oh that Festool would make videos like this and why they don't is beyond my comprehension. Just solid, useful, practical information not full of hype. Thank you thank you thank you! Please make more videos like this. So helpful for the first time user.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

You are very kind and I wish you the very best with your new tool. Cheers. Peter

[@MrMnchstr]

Thank you for this video, I did buy the Domino Set and your video makes using this tool much more enjoyable. I used your parf guide system to make my "MFT" table now using the Milwaukee track saw.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jackgeren46]

Excellent video. Another instructor suggested when you are using the Domino machine in the vertical position the easiest way to turn it on is to pinch the switch. That is place your thumb at the bottom of the Domino housing and index finger on the top of the switch and pinch together. Try it you will like it.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Thanks for the info!

[@danielsmothermon6469]

Excellent presentation!! You explained everything with clear understandable instructions. Thank you so much. I have more confidence to use this tool correctly!

[@gregbalvanz3124]

Very nicely done. At 63, I finally a large dedicated shop and can make all of the furniture for my family. My wife bought this Festool for me help me build faster. I received the whole double boxed set and it’s a bit overwhelming. Thanks for this step by step tutorial.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Greg, You sound as though you have found your paradise - a lovely workshop, a supportive family and plenty of things to make. Good luck with everything. Cheers. Peter

[@garethgordon9141]

Comprehensive and informative as usual, great job Peter. Loved the magic trick at 13' 38" on the timeline when the ruler hops from your left to your right on the bench. Magic Circle here we come!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Gareth, I have only just spotted that - I have told that ruler to keep still in my videos but it just ignores me. It works well as a rule but can be very disobedient ! Peter

[@mauriceryton]

I just watched a guy from New York ( l think) who presents Festool products. What a clown, can hardly understand a word he says. Terrible as a presenter, Festool should hire you.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Maurice, You are very kind - cheers. Peter

[@ivanjankovic3740]

If I hadn't come across this video most likely would have gone ahead without dust extraction ending up cursing my bad luck once again...many thanks

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Ivan, I am glad that you have found it as it will really lead to disaster without extraction. Good luck with your woodwork. Cheers. Peter

[@hismastersvoice1357]

A really good introductory video for the domino machine. Congratulations! And thank you so much!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Many thanks. Peter

[@jhutch9106]

Just had to watch it again. My domino arrives the other day and the kit will be here in a couple of weeks, , Festool is hard to get right now in the USA. Most things get back ordered .Keep up the good work Peter.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Many thanks for this - cheers. Peter

[@gsb1144]

Excellent review. I learned a lot from your demonstration and thanks for the tip on working with MDF. Many thanks!!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Gary, Glad it was helpful. Peter

[@marc0387]

Much appreciated demonstration. Thank you sir.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Very welcome

[@Simon.in.Ireland]

Thanks Peter, just what I needed.. a comprehensive guide by someone who used he domino regularly.

[@tcbridges]

This was a great video Thank you it will help me alot to understand my NEW tool. In the US it comes complete with all the assortment of attachments but you pay more for the unit

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Thomas, Glad it helped. Cheers. Peter

[@RobyWanKenobi]

Awesome thank you so much for your detailed videos.

[@mistergruber101]

Really great starter video, thank you! I'll be coming back to this over the next few weeks as I get acquainted with it

[@jamescampbell571]

You refer to screwing the spring-loaded lugs on the faceplate out of the way. Like you I have found these very annoying and sometimes upset alignment but I did not know they could be locked away. I've just done this! Thank you - I always pick up useful tips from your videos.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi James, Many thanks for this. I also have the DF700 and the pins on that can be retracted and they stay that way until released. I believe that the older DF500 machines had something similar but it was changed at some point. My DF500 is over 10 years old and does not have that capability. Cheers. Peter

[@ronh9384]

New Brit Workshop Hi Peter. You are correct regarding the older DF 500. I have the same version you have with the newer style pins. But I bought the old style base for the DF-500 because I like the older style pins better and I have the newer style base as a spare.

[@bdownie37]

This is a very useful video. I just purchased one and there were many very helpful tips. Thanks.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wassimks]

Thanks for this excellent video! I just got one and this video is everything I needed to get started 👏🏼

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Great to hear! Cheers. Peter

[@rega3160]

Peter, you always produce phenomenal videos. This too has helped me so much. I appreciate your work in the development and content.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Reg, Many thanks - you have made my day. Cheers. Peter

[@chipsterb4946]

I am building a second 2’x4’ wall mounted bookshelf using a rabbet & dado joint at the corners. Cutting the dadoes on my router table isn’t too difficult, but getting the rabbet just right is “a bit fiddly” to say the least. Even on this simple project, a domino jointer would save me hours. Thank you for this excellent demonstration. For me, the fundamental question is whether I want to focus my efforts on the *process* of woodworking or on the *product* result. I do enjoy figuring out how to get something “right”; however, right now I need storage for my other workshop that has nothing to do with woodworking. In other words, I need the PRODUCT completed and a domino jointer would make that so much faster and easier. As a side note, that slot you have running around the edge of your table looks very handy for holding work pieces upright. I’m getting ready to make an MFT-type cutting and assembly table and that’s a detail I hadn’t considered before.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Get the Parf Guide System to do the top !! Cheers. Peter

[@chipsterb4946]

@@NewBritWorkshoplol Peter - somehow I missed your response. I bought the Parf guide system a while ago from TSO here in America but am just now getting enough experience to build the track saw cutting station. I came back to re-watch this video because I’m about to “pull the trigger” on a Festool domino machine and wanted to verify that I need the extra guides that come with a slightly more expensive package. Your presentation here is VERY helpful.

[@ronboe6325]

Thank you! I've used mine off and on for several years (so I have to reinvent the wheel every winter when I resume my woodworking) and offset domino's have always left me confused. This helps. Now I use the wings to setup cuts along a long edge and find them very useful. But being a bit of a klutz the Domino slipped and I dropped it; breaking the dovetail insert. Lucky for me Festool sells that part and shipping was (in the States) a flat $5. A life saver! Thanks again!

[@michael.schuler]

Thank you, Peter. Just received my Domino machine last night. Even with 50 years of professional woodworking experience, I found your introductory presentation highly valuable --- probably the equivalent of the first several hours that would have been spent getting accustomed to the specific nuts and bolts of this marvelous innovation. (Also saved me having to listen to my hollow chisel and slot mortising machines jeer and ultimately weep...) Cheers!

[@bridevalley]

Thank you Peter, this is a very useful tutorial. Festool should include a link to this in their documentation!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

That is very kind. They could do that and it would not cost them anything if they asked my permission. Cheers. Peter

[@MagnusRadbod]

One of the best DF 500 explanations I have ever Seen👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Bernd, Wow, thanks! Peter

[@ArmyVet76]

Excellent video. Thanks a bunch 🙏🏼❤️✝️❤️🙏🏼

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jackjohnson4360]

I've had my Domino for a while now, and through lots of trial and error I've have managed to figure most things by now. I wish this video had existed when I purchased mine, it would have save a lot of mistaken domino cuts and frustration. This is a fantastic reference video for all. Thank you for creating it Peter

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Jack, You are very kind. Cheers. Peter

[@woodturninguk6134]

Another simple video but great tips…loved the cutter upside down int he box one 👍🏻

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad you liked it!

[@gianmariacazzaniga3874]

Thank you for this very interesting video!

[@joseangelperdigon]

Muchas gracias por tus consejos!!! De mayor quiero ser como tú 😊

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Jose, You are very kind. Peter

[@brucen4719]

Incredibly helpful! Thanks for sharing!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@oldguy1030]

This was a very good and useful video. Much appreciated.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

You're very welcome! Cheers. Peter

[@Mosessousa1]

Great video, thanks! I think I will finally buy one of these

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad I could help!

[@lucaswilson907]

perfect in every way!!! thank you!

[@jtlong8383]

Thank you Peter; as always, an excellent video!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad you enjoyed it. Peter

[@olivepressdesign]

Fantastic video Peter. You’re a wonderful educator!!! THANK YOU for your sharing. I now understand how the tool works and I now I also look fwd to getting one.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@antkn33]

Excellent video thanks. So do you use the narrowest width setting when using the domino to line up edge glued boards? Thanks.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Yes, I do but I do not put glue in those domino joints only along the board edges. Wood expands mostly across the grain and longitudinal expansion or contraction is almost zero. The only time I use anything other than the narrowest setting is for breadboard ends. Peter

[@antkn33]

@@NewBritWorkshop thanks!

[@DidierHoubrechts]

Thank you very much, it will be of great help !!!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Didier, Cheers. Peter

[@brianmoore47]

Great watch Peter!! One the best around for information on projects & tools 👍

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Brian, Many thanks. Peter

[@jeffwhittington5057]

Best instruction l have seen.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Jeff, Many thanks. Peter

[@lobird23]

I need to add, Peter, that I have put my DF 500 to work with impressive results. First mortises were a perfect fit. I truly enjoy using the machine. Proper dust collection has made the the operation dust free. The accuracy of the mortisses is impressive beyond my visual capabilities. I look forward to using the loose tenons in many creative ways. I have ordered the DF 700 for use in larger projects primarily on your recommendation. Thank you again for your guidance in my woodworking pursuit.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Ray, Gosh, many thanks for the kind words. Good luck with the DF700 - it is a fabulous machine. Peter

[@907jl]

Excellent video, very well done sir!

[@p0sher]

Peter, I have returned to woodworking since retiring and reviewed what tools I needed when I set up my new workshop. A traditional morticer was on the list but having had the DF500 for a year or so I'm delighted with what can be achieved. Your demonstration here provides an excellent presentation on how this machine should be set up and used. Clear, precise and an excellent introduction! So thanks!

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Victor, Yes, I sold my big morticer when I bought the Domino and have never regretted that at all. Woodworking is a great hobby for retirement. Cheers. Peter

[@Bhg265]

Thank you for this incredibly helpful video

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@garygilbert9709]

Very informative look forwards to the TS55

[@darvaish4552]

Hi Peter, thanks a lot always for replying to my questions. i am about to order plywood to make small storage boxes etc for drill and small tools and petty things at home. i was wondering, if i can use 4mm domino for 9mm ply or is it pushing it? you are lucky that your son plays such a nice piano.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Mian, I will tell my son that - many thanks. Yes, go ahead and use those small dominoes in the 9 mm ply - I have done exactly that many times. Just watch that you do not get hydraulic locking and bring things together gently. Cheers. Peter

[@darvaish4552]

@@NewBritWorkshop many thanks and it's kind of you to help out.

[@jeffwest4325]

Sorry, I’m in US so doing the conversions. Is that 9mm thick ply? I thought the minimum stock thickness was around 14mm. Can you please confirm? Thanks.

[@meghancass3187]

Thank you! Very clear and very informative.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@peterkitchell8586]

I like your slow and even speed in showing all the little particulars. In my seventies and still have all my finger. Yes! keep them away from blades.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Peter, You are very kind. Peter

[@peterkitchell8586]

@@NewBritWorkshop Funny, My father's name was Parker growing up and for some reason he changed it to Peter later on, Parker to Peter. I have been doing woodworking professionally to semi professionally since the 70's in a large shared shop in San Francisco's warehouse district with a couple other young guys.Long since had to move out of there. I am self taught and call my woodworking grade "B". Always room to learn and improve. You talked me into getting the tool and the domino set with blades. Fortunately this next job will pay for it. Goodby to biscuits. My biscuit tool may date back to the 80's.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Peter, You are doing the right thing - the Domino has transformed my woodworking and I sold my Lamello to buy it. Cheers. Peter

[@martinfoucault6118]

Quite helpful, many thanks :)

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Martin, It was one of my first Festool purchases and it has completely transformed my approach to woodwork. Cheers. Peter

[@paultay23]

Most useful Peter.. I have had mine about 9 months now but still found it useful Thanks

[@heystarfish100]

What? No FESTOOL sponsorship for Peter? Boo! Love all your New Brit Workshop videos. Purchased my FESTOOL Domino full kit set May 15, 2007 and I’m still learning more uses for this wonderful machine. Keep up your excellent instructional videos and creative tool enhancements. One day those SOB’s will recognize and appreciate your support. 😎🇺🇸

[@NewBritWorkshop]

It is a great shame that we do not have any woodworking shows as the demos are so useful and it is nice to handle the kit before making a purchasing decision. Cheers. Peter

[@surrealchevy]

I found this incredibly helpful after my day of trying to do these exact joins for the first time with a domino. I was ready to give up woodworking entirely I was so frustrated! Thank you for explaining these concepts so well, I look forward to trying again tomorrow :)

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it helped! Peter

[@pennyroyal3813]

Excellent as usual Peter.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Hi Penny, Glad you enjoyed it. Take care. Peter

[@ziggysrefurbs1885]

Thank you for this great video. I'm about to take delivery of my first domino with the accessories and this video was incredibly informative and will help me greatly getting started with it.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@peterjennings8880]

Thanks Peter; I love the clarity and attention to detail in your videos.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

You are very welcome. Cheers. Peter

[@1031Investing]

Very nice Peter! Thank You

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Thank you too!

[@sicr7373]

Hello Peter, new subscriber here, so glad I found your channel, you have the knack to explain things in a straightforward erudite manner making it easy to follow for the viewer...thank you.

[@akbychoice]

Saw some magic while drawing the lines, that ruler is haunted. I’m sold on this, now to sell a kidney.

[@NewBritWorkshop]

Brilliant. Peter