Wedged Mortise and Tenon - Joint of the Week

[@katzmosestools]

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[@Ihaveaboyfriend]

What is the red saw blade called ? Been looking forever. (Live in Sweden)

[@katzmosestools]

Freud

[@Ihaveaboyfriend]

@@katzmosestools Where can I buy it ? Zero results on Google for sweden. Thanks alot

[@mytrashaccount3630]

@@Ihaveaboyfriend So what, you need your blade to be red ?

[@Ihaveaboyfriend]

@@mytrashaccount3630 Yeah I do becasue i've been looking for a long time on people here on KZbin using in and it seems to be a pretty good sawblade. But I can't find it?!

[@wb_finewoodworking]

Very well done. This is one for my “saved” list for an upcoming project. I have a method for cutting wedges on the band saw that works well too.

[@TomDanaher]

Wouldn't having a slight angle from the front of the mortice to the back offer more wedge holding strength?

[@BurkeMakesStuff]

Beautiful! What is the spray finish you used on this? Great shot of the application in the vid!

[@trendsforkidsbulgaria7807]

If you want to be precise, try the metric system :P And yes, we don't have dado blade. Nice video, thumbs up :)

[@trueleyes]

Katz, I know from your videos that you are a very skilled woodworker, and this video is just another example of that, BUT this video is not a TRUE wedged tenon joint but rather a mortise and tenon with the looks of a wedged joint. To be a True Wedged mortise it must be flared out to the surface by the width of the wedge used to create that strong wedged joint. What you here is just a tenon and mortice with a decorative looking fake wedged tenon. Perhaps you just overlooked this Fact.

[@diynewfldr2114]

For a more secure mortise and tenon would you flare the mortise slightly larger on the outside so when the wedges are inserted it ‘locks’ the mortise and tenon together? Love the videos - finished dovetail drawer #2 with your jig! Almost makes me an expert 😉

[@TrainFlood]

David Yanchus that’s definitely the way to do it.

[@dt2419]

It’s mechanically stronger that way but harder to do.

[@MrAnimal1971]

Im going to practice the Forked wegded tusk tennon not only for strength but looks. Its going to take me time to get it down though.

[@weberwoodshop]

My all time favorite joint... Loving the awesome videos and the systematic tutorial approach man!

[@GuysShop]

Really nice explanation Jonathan. Is there a reason you didn't "ramp" the walls of the mortise to account for the wedge?

[@christofix]

Well explained video, Jonathan! you inspired me to use these in one of my next projects too. It looks like a lot of fun to do and the result looks so much better.

[@michaell7877]

I don’t understand half of what you are talking about. You edit so much out and leave so much that the audience knows what you are talking about.

[@danielnewby2255]

You know if you ask specific questions there are probably one or two people (but no more than that) who watched this video who could clarify anything you need help with.

[@torquilh]

Should the hole part of the joint not be angled to stop the joint sliding out under stress and pressure?

[@makerlifeco]

this video was great in helping me determine that I need (errrr.....want?) more tools. will have to get the request in to the better three-quarters.

[@johncaulfield8621]

We in the machinist world call that "router bit" a two flute end mill.

[@scottrobertson9788]

Awesome video, super informative and that joint came out beautifully well! I know this was from a few years ago but do you taper the mortise hole to allow the tenant to open up with the wedge or is the mortise straight through? Cheers for posting, really inspiring to watch!

[@Beefbananas]

Yeah, that's what an actual wedged M&T joint is, he just didn't do that part. This is just a through-mortise with some of the tenon material replaced with maple. The joint he made here is probably weaker than a regular through-tenon because he removed more material with the drilled holes. This joint looks good, but this is not correct.

[@scottrobertson9788]

@@Beefbananas cheers for the explanation! Lots to learn here!

[@williampenatac9832]

Yo Katz the page is a good resource hub. But could ya do “how to cut wedges with Japanese hand saws.” Thanks for breaking it down Barney style.

[@willemvanmaanen9655]

I 've become a big fan of your video's. 👍👍👍

[@scottroy6195]

Made myself a wood mallet with one of these joints and clearly should have watched this video first. I cracked the handle, probably because I used a hand saw for the cut and pushed the sides too far. Thanks for next time.

[@jamesscrase7440]

How about a sliding dovetail. Looking at using them on a table project to join worktop to leg assembly, allowing for seasonal movement and eliminating the need for a block end to maintain alignment. Ideas on setting out or whether to cut the male or female section first would be great.

[@shawnharris5734]

watch ishitani build tables, he always uses sliding dovetails. the guy is a wizard.

[@jamesscrase7440]

Cheers for that

[@waynewilly5112]

Thank you Jonathan, simple after you do it, but it is beautiful!

[@oldarkie3880]

I have project for this, So no taper on the tenon or in the mortise? Thanks

[@ethanrobertson8921]

Just made a couple of these last night! Where was this video at 7:00PM! :P

[@jimcates417]

Thanks Jonathan! What types of wood did you use here. Love the finish as well!

[@bryanmatthews458]

I love the channel but, the word "heighth" kills me.

[@jackpine890]

Wait, Europeans don't have access to dado stack blades?

[@konmingyew7282]

I like the 'our mistakes' scheme. Just joking.

[@Mercuryrisingquick]

I love my dado blades. Why do Europeans not have those?

[@BradsWorkbench]

Nice one Katz

[@MrTrylobite]

Don't be scared, Show the fails!

[@davetaylor3336]

What is the finish you use from the spray can ? Cheers

[@TheBearGrylz]

Nice. Just recently did some mortise and tenon.

[@aarontrujillo2048]

Thank you, Bro!!! I just finished (6, 1 1/2in x 1in) my first wedged mortise and tenon and it came out GREAT!!! Your emphasis on the wedge is so ultra important... though I didn't use all your techniques--and I feel like you left out some important steps but, I like how you left yours 'raised.' There is not a lot of material on-line or images anywhere for that matter but yours looked the best out of all the research compiled. I used a Japanese pull saw to cut the kerf because of its thinner results and bandsaw to cut the wedges. I've only been woodworking for 1 1/2 years and went straight to the big leagues !!! so the joint only took me 9 mos. 🤣, but now I feel like I can do it again much more faster!!!!!! Thank you much for your tutelage, Sir!!!!!

[@hamstrungharry259]

It's just a mortise and tenon joint, Jon.

[@JordanWoodwerx]

Now, that is a great looking joint!! It would be nice to see a quadruple inlay, through wedge, Mortise and Tenon, lol. In all seriousness, great looking joint!!...Bruce

[@JkCanvas]

love how you break it down Barney Style for me. I would love to see a video on how to properly use a chisel and planes with some techniques to practice. I am struggling getting thin shaving from chisels and planes.

[@laurajones6410]

What can I build to sell?

[@OmdatGamenKan]

*Hello there, I have requested your DVDs, for simpler and quicker approach to manufacture a shed **Allmy.Tips** I trust the substance are as you guaranteed it will be. Just I'm worried with the substance, it won't be anything but difficult to settle on a decision from the various plans.*

[@thomaschapman5995]

Was the mortise cut at an angle?

[@wwscott7595]

Hullo young man. Quick one. Your tutorial on Japanese saw technique was brilliant. Western saw user all my life, not know. I really pushed the boat out on this one and made a small jewellery box with same material. One of my grand daughters now calls me the cool Papa. No comical parts on this one BIG MAN. To much love involved.

[@williammagee7514]

Just watched this and it is really cool and I did enjoy. I am thinking that used in the right place it could be spectacular, so thanks for sharing. I do have a question/thought and you may not respond since this video is 1.5 years past. And that's OK because just taking the time to think it through is worthwhile. But here goes, would it make a better joint if the shoulder side of the mortise was a bit smaller than the side where the wedges are driven, then when the wedges are driven the spreading of the tenon into the wider side of the mortise would create a type of a dovetailed mortise-tenon joint?

[@williampenatac9832]

Hey man. Im retired looking to play with my wood hahaha but your videos are very informative. And I know what I’m going to ask is all perspective, but can you do ratios on the awesome joinery. Not a by the rule book type of thing but give some tips on some of what works for you and why. Because I’m lost as far as ratios.

[@guyfawkes8873]

If you find yourself doing this by hand make the wedges using a marking gauge and a sliding bevel. Just mark off the maximum width of the wedge with the gauge and then set a sliding bevel to whatever angle you'd like the wedge to be and mark up with a scalpel from the mark you cut with the marking gauge. As long as you don't reset your gauge+bevel between marks that'll result in even wedges.

[@wwscott7595]

Forgot to say I could not build that jig. We still have to buy an 8x4 sheet of acrylic for small projects.

[@sailornick7]

I'm looking at putting up a pergola in the back yard. I don't want to use metal brackets so for a joint of the week I'd be interested in seeing some kind of three way joint for the top corners to kind of fancy it up a bit.

[@jimanddeb]

Sweet! Any general guidance on how big the stop holes should be? Something just a bit larger than the width of the wedge maybe?

[@seanporter113]

Jonathan, excellent instruction. Love watching your videos.

[@jackfahey7459]

I found the best way way to practice this joint is mallet making.

[@barkingshark6413]

As far as the tenon size...I did the same damn thing on a stunning mallet I made. Still worked.

[@aaronalton7458]

That's a sexy joint

[@jac_builtWoodworks]

Hey Jonathan, Matt Estlea has just done a video on the mitred dovetail joint, how about you do a mitred inlay dovetail joint? I'm thinking of doing one on a hand tool cabinet and want to see how you would do it.

[@noachmiller360]

First time i tried it, I totally screwed up. That is why i came to youtube and see what i did wrong.

[@ardupont7127]

Of all the ones I’ve seen has got to be the most beautiful. Add to the that the ability it takes to make something that beautiful.... wow man just wow!!!

[@GKChandlerBooks]

I was planning to use this in an upcoming project. Now I’m convinced. Thanks for a great video.

[@ScottZirkel]

Love the Field Notes in your pocket! I use them for everything.

[@tooljunkie555]

As always looking really nice bro! I like the wedge tip thanks for the tips..have u done a scarf joint yet? I'd like to see that done in a J. katzmoses style 🍻💥

[@katzmosestools]

I have. It's in the Joint of the Week playlist. Cheers bud!

[@Simonfrios]

Really quality tutorial sir. You’re a gifted teacher.

[@dwighthapeman6590]

Jonathan.... there is so much awesome content on your channel. I love it.

[@danmottesheard5294]

thanks for the tips. I like the insight that the first try failed. it's all about the practice before the finish and learning as you go.

[@adamfikriduha]

Can someone put subtitle on inch to cm/mm? Help

[@katzmosestools]

CM=1in *2.54 and MM=1in*25.4

[@TheSireverard]

He sounds like Guy Fieri - ya'll from the same hood?

[@abetterway6661]

Would love to see no glue no screw / nail joints.

[@katzmosestools]

I have a playlist called Joint of The Week. There's about 25-30 in there. Cheers

[@westcoastbashbros9774]

This wedge tip is awesome! Thank you, Sir.

[@manuelcalvillo4660]

Very cool techniques...Thank you!

[@jeffreyt7177]

Thanks man. I requested this a few weeks ago, really couldn’t find a good video on this. I’ve got some work to do....

[@goldendogwoodworks6675]

that would look fantastic on a sliding arts and crafts style book rack.

[@schechter01]

As of now, 17 people will never be real woodworkers...

[@charliepetricone8974]

Very nice!

[@roncrandall]

Using this for the lower stretchers on my entry table!

[@atouchofa.d.d.5852]

Nice shot while you were spraying!

[@knoxboxdesigns]

Excellent, I was just getting ready to head out and try this joint on my workbench legs, i was trying to figure out the best way to make the wedges

[@danbarrett6113]

Thanks man, it's the little things that show good from just ok.

[@adamclay2284]

Amazing

[@AdamCraigOutdoors]

very talented with the teaching end of things. Thanks Jon!

[@AVHTSSILESIA]

We do 😁

[@scottdigregorio4952]

HeiGTH.

[@orelygarcia]

🧡💯😎👍🍕🍺

[@JamesVanderVeen]

What spray finish are you using?

[@katzmosestools]

Lacquer

[@ChurchClown7]

“I’m so happy we wedged it this time.” No nails here.

[@grahamparsons6620]

great video as always, i love the look of this joint and i think the tips on the wedges will come in handy

[@arbitrarystuff1229]

Is there any important in where the curf the drilled hole. I saw you bisected it while others say you should hit the outer edge and others say you should hit the inner edge. Does it depend on usage e.g. hatchet head vs chair legs.

[@katzmosestools]

I dont think it would make a difference

[@walterrider9600]

thank you Katz what a neat looking joint

[@sidtonic2427]

:W:hat is the reason Europeans don't have dato's?

[@katzmosestools]

They're illegal. Something about a riving knife I believe

[@sidtonic2427]

Thanks, interesting.

[@MultiTom1956]

Looks absolutely beautiful Sir 😊

[@willthedingo]

10:48 - THAT is the money shot we love to see!

[@timothyball3144]

It looks like you could play around with the location and size of the wedges. So there is no taper to the mortice?

[@katzmosestools]

Yep and yep

[@jlf1430]

Excellent demo!!! Thanks!!

[@jaykepley5238]

Teacher got to teach! Good job Katz-Moses!

[@huwdavies5264]

Great looking joint Jonathan.

[@chm1701]

Damn, that turned out so nice👌

[@havaneseday]

♥️

[@ericluba6287]

That thing is mean looking

[@gershonperry5952]

What spray did you use? It really looks nice.

[@katzmosestools]

Lacquer

[@romulusclay6697]

Very nice, Bravo!

[@BrianThorstad]

Lovely (in a manly way)

[@charlesgraham843]

That is one pretty joint.

[@brentonnoe9538]

that was Outstanding

[@krzysiekgrabowiec9920]

Hi nice job. What kind of glue u use on this video?

[@lindfurniture1972]

well i'm a year late and i cant speak for him but if i was a guessing man id say its either titebond II or titebond III

[@jordansoucy6077]

The white Makita 😍

[@bigdogmn73]

Great job JKM

[@tjhafen31]

Very nice joint!