The Rockler Dovetail Jig Combo is a basic half-blind dovetail fixture with the addition of a through-dovetail template. The jig comes equipped with everything necessary to make either joint. The base unit is made from stamped steel and a fair amount of plastic, including the half-blind template.

The initial setup goes quickly, as the instructions are clear and the jig comes mostly assembled. The clamping bars are solid, and large adjustment knobs make coarse adjustments very quick. The cam-action clamps work very well.

But the jig’s overall design is problematic. Unlike the others, the Rockler template is stationary, and a separate fence limits the rearward travel of the router base. This requires too much math and test-fitting to arrive at a snug, flush joint—especially when switching from one type of joint to another.

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