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Low Tea Table Highlights Joinery
Sliding dovetails and butterfly keys make strong connections
C. Michael Vogt built a low tea table with sliding dovetails and butterfly keys using both machines and hand tools. His design was influenced by George Nakashima. H tells how he built the base and tabletop, from selecting stock to routing the dovetails to finishing touches. A side article explains how to make and inlay butterfly keys.
From Fine Woodworking #102
Fine Woodworking Recommended Products
Stanley Powerlock 16-ft. tape measure
With its smooth lock, tough case, compact size, and excellent accuracy, this Stanley tape is perfect for workshop use.
Estwing Dead-Blow Mallet
A quality dead-blow mallet that packs and punch but isn't too heavy for furniture work.
Veritas Precision Square
This precision square is incredibly versatile, from checking squareness to dialing in machine setups.
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