Tim Albers, a woodworker and regular Fine Woodworking tool tester, takes a look at 11 of the most popular high-end dovetail jigs on the market in his companion article from Fine Woodworking magazine. In this video, Albers goes over the defining features of his three top dovetail jig picks, including special features available in each one. In the process he explains the difference between the various jig designs, and demonstrates the features most desirable for producing a variety of dovetail joints.

Tim’s top picks are: Leigh D4R Pro (Best Overall), Leigh Super 18 (Best Value), Porter-Cable 4212 Deluxe (Best Value), and Keller 1600.

Additional Reading:

• Tim Albers’ Tool Test: Dovetail Jigs
• Dovetail Jigs: How to create a complex joint the easy way
• How To Cut Dovetails on the Tablesaw
• Strong and Handsome: Half-Blind Mitered Dovetails Using a Router Jig
• Machine-Cut Dovetails
• How to: Precise Bandsawn Dovetails