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Once your MatchFit Dovetail Grid table or sled is cut, you want to think about finish. Sealing the plywood or MDF will help minimize warping, keep glue from sticking and help the clamps and Dovetail Hardware slide more smoothly in the grooves. You want to protect the surface, but you do not want it too smooth. We have found that a certain amount of friction is needed between the part being clamped and the dovetail worktop to prevent movement under the clamps.

Many woodworkers are not familiar with Router Guide Bushings, but they should be. A guide bushing attaches to the router base allowing woodworkers to guide the router bit as it cuts without having a bearing. Here's what you need to know about guide bushings, the standard, and aftermarket alternatives for your setup.

All new GRR-RIPPER+, GRR-RIPPER Pro and GRR-RIPPER Max models come with the SafeRip Index™ that keeps the Center Leg out of the blade path without checks or test passes. Just set the center leg so that whatever measurement you are ripping is NOT covered by the see-through orange SafeRip Cursor.

The FitFinder FN12 Half Finder from Microjig is the easy way to find the halfway point of your stock and transfer it accurately to your router bit, saw blade or fence.

Supercharge your workbench by giving you total clamping freedom and versatiltiy beyond the edge of your workbench—flat or vertically. There's really no limit to what you can do with the Microjig MatchFit system—I just love the versatility of it.

The MatchFit Mortiser Jig, featured by The Wood Whisperer! This game-changing jig makes cutting mortises, tenons, and perfect wood joints a breeze. Designed to boost speed and accuracy, the MATCHFIT Mortiser Jig lets you create seamless, sturdy joints without the need for expensive, bulky machines. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, this jig will elevate your woodworking projects and make precise joinery easier than ever.

Microjig Holiday Gift Guide 2024! Get ready to surprise the makers, woodworkers, and DIYers in your life! This holiday season, Microjig has curated a gift guide filled with innovative, safety-enhancing tools that will take any workshop to the next level. Whether you're shopping for seasoned pros or enthusiastic beginners, these are the must-haves for every toolbox.

Welcome to the future of woodworking precision and safety! We're thrilled to introduce you to the MicroDial Tapering Jig by Microjig—the ultimate tool for crafting impeccably tapered legs and intricate profiles with unmatched ease and control.

Are you an aspiring luthier, dreaming of crafting your own guitar? Or perhaps you're a seasoned woodworker looking to add a new tool to your arsenal to enhance your craft. Whatever your skill level, if you're passionate about creating beautiful instruments, then you'll be excited to learn about the MatchFit Dovetail Clamps.In this blog post, we'll explore how these innovative clamps can revolutionize the guitar-making process, allowing you to achieve precision, stability, and efficiency like never before.

In woodworking, safety is paramount, especially when working with powerful tools like table saws. One of the most innovative tools designed to enhance safety and control on a table saw is the Grr-ripper® 3D Pushblock. In this blog post, we'll delve into the key concepts behind the Grr-ripper and how it can make anyone safer when operating a table saw.