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THE CABINET

HOW TO FIT THE HALF-BLIND DOVETAILS

In this lesson, I show you how to cut, refine and fit the half-blind dovetails to achieve a superior result!

LESSON OBJECTIVES

    - How to quickly remove waste
    - How to chisel to a line
    - How to refine baselines
    - How to fix common mistakes

SUPPORTING MATERIAL

How to Transfer Tails
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This lesson from the Dovetail Box Series shows you all the tips you need to know when transferring the tails.

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How to Cut Pins
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Whether they're half-blind or through dovetails, there are still valuable tips found in this lesson.

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Adjusting Dovetail Pins
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Having problems when assembling? This lesson on how to adjust dovetail pins will be indispensible for you!

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