Joinery

Description

All woodworkers worth their sawdust know that joinery - good, bad, or indifferent - tells the unvarnished truth of how well a piece is made and how skilled the maker is. As a result, joinery is always a hot, and sometimes controversial, topic because even the masters will agree that there is no one right way to do it. Over the decades, no one has proven better at teaching readers how to make beautiful, enduring joinery than Fine Woodworking. This comprehensive and practical book demystifies the all-important subject of choosing, designing, and cutting woodworking joints. It's packed with insightful information and tricks of the trade that will advance the work of novices and seasoned craftsmen alike. Because whatever your skill level, there's always room for improvement when it comes to joinery. Topics covered: . Lay out and cut accurate dovetails . Fix common joinery mistakes . Cut a mortise in minutes . Create a versatile jig for miters . Join curved parts with ease . Build strong pocket-hole joints AUTHOR: Fine Woodworking has been publishing the best woodworking information for small shop woodworkers since 1975.

Fine Woodworking has been publishing the best woodworking information for small shop woodworkers since 1975.

"An excellent manual for the intermediate to advanced craftsman, with a focus on technique rather than projects. Highly recommended for any serious woodworker." -- "Library Journal" A comprehensive and practical instruction manual that demystifies the all-important subject of choosing, designing, and cutting woodworking joints. Packed with insightful information and tricks of the trade that will advance the work of novices and seasoned craftsmen alike. Highly recommended. -- "Midwest Book Review"