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   spindle | Jan 16, 2009 06:16pm | #1

   I got the 4212 a couple of weeks ago.  Have only used it once and never any other dovetail jig.  By taking my time, around hour, I turned out near perfect joints the 1st time out.  I would expect to reduce that time considerably in the future.  The down side is a somewhat bland looking joint that is perfectly functional.  When I feel that I have the time I'll learn how to do them by hand.

   I think for what it is the price if fair, although I did wait for a sale before I bought mine.  If it's worth it to you is a whole different question.  How many projects are going to need it for?  Your stock really needs to be flat and square.  Do you have the setup needed for that?

   Hope this helps.

   Greg

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   RalphBarker | Jan 16, 2009 07:17pm | #2

   I have the 4212, as well, and like it for machine-cut "regular" (AKA "bland") joints. Set-up is actually pretty simple, since it provides only fixed-spacing. Well worth the cost, I'd say.

   A couple of caveats, though. Since it's a fixed-spacing jig, that imposes some limitations on design if you want symmetrical joints with the usual half-pin at each edge. Board width needs to be in 1" increments plus 1/4" for the spacing to work (or, 1/2" increments + 1/8" for the mini template used for smaller joints on thin stock). Also, when centering the board on the template (you'll understand when you read the instructions), be as precise as you can.