Place the jig on your bench top so the front lap rests against the front of the bench top. This thread isnt about whether or not the leigh jig compares to hand cut dove tails and im not even going to go down that road. Leigh jiginlaid dovetail tutorial woodworking talk. Leigh d4 24 inche dovetail jig with custom built base. Depending on price i can throw in some router bits and possibly an old router. Leigh dovetail jigs and mortise tenon jigs d4r pro dovetail. Purchased new in 2003 and used only 1 time to build a blanket chest. I am willing to trade for a good table saw or a dewalt sliding arm miter saw. The new d4r24 jig features a one piece aluminum extrusion base with machinedin non marring textured clamping surfaces and machinedin side stops on the top and front of the jig body. As you might expect, a dovetail jig with all this capability wont be cheap. I have the 24 d4r system and while routing one day, i managed to gouge a chunk of metal out of my dovetail finger guide. D4 instructional video and user guides click on the links below to see the complete video or chapter videos. This dovetail jig can cut through dovetails in a wide range of material thicknesses from 18 to. After comparing the d4r to the competition, i bit the bullet.
Great quality product that is an essential addon to the leigh dovetail jig. Leigh d4r pro adjustable dovetail jig for dovetails, box. On this weeks show, i demonstrate how to cut through dove tails using a leigh dove tail jig. The ultimate dovetailing jig with a full 24600mm capacity, the leigh d4r pro. Its never been mounted and never had any tools or material touch it. New leigh jig d4r manual dovetail jigs highland woodworking.
I have a leigh dovetail jig, specifically, the d4r pro and i love it. Tighten the four clamp bolt nuts with the leigh wrench. Comes complete with leigh bits as shown in photos with instructions. My first impression was that the jig was very lightweight. Through dovetails are simple with the leigh d4r pro. D4 user guide leigh dovetail jigs and mortise tenon jigs. Clamp short boards on your leigh dovetail jig quick method. Page 4 the leigh jigs guidefinger assembly can be in any one of four joint modes, depending on what type of joint and which part of the joint you are routing. It is unsurpassed when it comes to adjustability and flexibility and versatility. Position the guide fingers to your desired pattern, and with the boards in place, simply guide your router around the guide fingers to rout the dovetail joint. Time to let someone else get some use out of this very nice tool.
Includes manual, 4 bits and accessories shown in the pictures. A fixed base router is best for use with a leigh dovetail jig. Leigh instructional videos and user guides links to instructional videos and downloadable pdf files of user guides are provided here for your support. D1258 d1258r d1600 d3 d4 f1 finger joint template f2 f1600 finger joint templates r9 plus. By all means, cut a few practice joints in scrap boards before you use the jig to important. This manual successfully conveys not only the operational details, but also the essential simplicity of the leigh d4r pro dovetail jig, so you always know not.
The joinery that it accomplishes is wonderful and i really enjoy using it. Click on the links below to view or download the complete user guide or individual chapters. Attach the place the finger assembly on your bench with the guidefinger knobs, raise to full height and tighten. Complete user guide d3 user guide d3 parts and diagram. Leigh d4r pro dovetail jig half blind dovetails youtube. Leigh joinery upgrade kit for early model leigh dovetail jigs. The leigh d4 dovetail jig for through, halfblind and sliding dovetails the leigh jig is so accurate, durable and easy to use that it is just as well suited. The d4r is also lean, without all the adjusting screws and depth gauges that make some of the other dovetail jigs look overwhelming. This preowned leigh d4 dovetail jig works 100% perfectly and is in very good condition. Leighs selection of five halfblind dovetail bits from 8 to 18, allows you to produce pins and tails properly sized to suit the thickness of the pinboard. Mar 12, 2021 dovetail jig leigh d4 24 lightly used, great shapeincludes all the original parts except router bits plus some bonus spacer stock for keeping your router out of the inbetween spots on the jig. User user guide leigh dovetail jigleigh dovetail jig. Save leigh dovetail jig d4 to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. User guide 1 jig assembly, mounting and using the clamps 2 adjusting the finger assembly 3 how routers with guidebushes work 4 operation concepts and.
Unused leigh d4 24 dovetail jig with manual, factory wrench. Leigh industries is a worldleading designer and manufacturer of precision dovetail jigs and mortise tenon jigs. D4r pro user guide leigh dovetail jigs and mortise tenon. I read where the leigh jig was hard to set up, hard to adjust and hard to fine tune. Click here to see d4r pro videos other click on the links below to view or download the complete user guide or individual chapters. Its strength comes from both the mechanical design and the large glue surfaces available. Learn about the joinery upgrade kit for early model leigh dovetail jigs. How to use the leigh d4r pro dovetail jig part 1 youtube. Locate the mounting holes in the rear and front of the jig. The is the first of two parts showing the making of my drawers for the pedestal desk using the leigh dovetail jig. Flawless joinery is the hallmark of a woodworkers dedication and skill, and with the leigh d1258r24 dovetail jig, your work will take on the unmistakable look of a craftsman.
This dovetail jig can cut through dovetails in a wide range of material thicknesses from 18 to 114 and up to 24 wide. Page 11 d4r pro user guide chapter 1 jig assembly, mounting, and using the clamps insert the right and left support brackets. Willing to throw in dovetail bits and other goodies. Leigh dovetail jigs and mortise tenon jigs d4r pro. Scribe the hole locations and determine whether to use nuts and bolts, or screws. It only happened because the router wobbled a bit due to lack of support. Easily adjustable for different board thicknesses, these rugged clamps provide amazing holding power for stock up to 112 thick. View and download leigh d4r pro user manual online. D3 instructional video and user guides click on the links below to see the complete video or chapter videos. Detailed instructions and setup for the leigh d4r pro dovetail jig. Place four springs and two clamp bars on the tbolts.
Manual figure 1 shows the dovetail jig with handles. So based on my past experiences with dovetail jigs, these are the models i will be comparing the super jig to. A plunge router depth adjustment is also not as precise as a fixed base router and this would cause problems too. D4r pro user guide leigh dovetail jigs and mortise tenon jigs. When unpacking the leigh jig, one of the first things i noticed was the thick instruction manual and 50minutelong video. The leigh d4r pro allows a wide choice of spacing and adjusts for snugfitting joints.
Of the jigs i looked at within what i wanted to spend, the leigh jig was the most flexible and capable. B975 d4r pro d4r box finger joint templates fmt pro fmt isoloc joint templates m2 attachment rtj400 super jigs td330 vacuum. If you unable to open a pdf, check that you have the latest version of adobe reader. D3 user guide leigh dovetail jigs and mortise tenon jigs. Create the look of handcut dovetails on stock up to 24 wide with your router and the leigh d4r pro dovetail jig plus get great dust collection and 12 additional router bits with the ac d24 accessory kit. The d4r is also lean, without all the adjusting screws and depth gauges that make some of the other dovetail jigs. Page 4 the leigh jig s guidefinger assembly can be in any one of four joint modes, depending on what type of joint and which part of the joint you are routing.
Detailed description leigh d4r pro manual this manual successfully conveys not only the operational details, but also the essential simplicity of the leigh d4r pro dovetail jig, so you always know not only what to do but why youre doing it. To simplify the instructions, most jig illustrations show a jig. Easy stepbystep instructions and superior customer service. The leigh d4 jig comes with four patented leigh camaction speedclamps made from high tech glassfilled nylon for years of trouble free service. Leigh dr4 pro dovetail jig episode 1 setup youtube. Leigh has the best warranty in the industry, plus a 90day satisfaction guarantee. We recommend that you first assemble and mount the jig, carefully following the instructions in the first section of the manual. Instructional videos and user guides leigh dovetail jigs. Vrs vacuum and router support for the leigh dovetail jigs. Perfect fitting joints for tiny boxes or large case pieces can be produced in a variety of patterns by simply changing the adjustable guide fingers. The top side stops have a 38 recess for rabbeted boards. A very helpful video is also included, but the manual is essential reading.
Instructional videos and user guides leigh dovetail jigs and. Additional dovetail bits can be purchased from leigh or whiteside. Lets start with the negatives and get that out of the way. The leigh dovetail jig will help you cut an infinite variety of joints, and all of its major functions are described in detail in this manual. Leigh d4r pro 24 dovetail jig waccessory kit rockler. See how you can rout single pass halfblind dovetails and two sizes of box joints us. The attractiveness of the joint depends upon the skill of construction and the design and spacing of tails and pins. Many of the router bits used will not fit through the required bushings, so accidentally releasing the plunge would be a disaster. The leigh d4r pro dovetail jig will help you rout an infinite variety of joints, and all of its major functions are described in detail in this guide. Bit depth, finger position, guide bush position all control the depth and tightness of the cut. And you can run the cost hundreds more by adding additional bits. Inches and millimetres leigh makes the d4 jig in two models. Like its predecessor, the d4r easily produces handmade looking dovetail pins and tails.
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