Understanding the Festool Domino DF500

I have had so many questions about the Festool Domino DF500 that I thought it a good idea to make a video. Thanks to some encouragement from a particular YouTube viewer the video has now been made. This is aimed at new users of the machine in order to help them with some of the basics.

[erichildebrand]

As an American, middle aged, I can't tell you how much I appreciate a matter of fact, no BS, no endorsement, intelligent person who is providing just the information needed, with that perfect amount of Brit charm and wit. Thanks for this.

[philalt]

Essential viewing for first time users of the Festool Domino DF500. Peter thank you very much. Phil 😊

[johnmackenzie]

Peter, I just bought a Festool Domino 500. I needed to join 1+1/4" legs for a "spider coffee table" that has legs cut at weird angles. My biscuit cutter just wasn't the right tool. The biscuit cutter is going up for sale. You are a wonderful teacher! I bought the Domino joiner with all the accessories you demonstrated. After I purchased the Domino joiner, I figured out how the accessories mounted but had no idea of which situations you would use them. Youtube and Peter to the rescue. Your video demonstrated that perfectly. Festool should hire you to demonstrate their tools. Your video covered everything about the tool from A to Z. Plus you made me laugh several times with your humor...."sod's law" aka what we yanks call Murphys Law. Thank you so much for the time you spent making this extremely helpful video. I wish the U.S. would get rid of our antiquated and cumbersome imperial measuring system. So many valuable tips in your video. I especially liked your tips on how to set the depth.

[gregbalvanz]

Very nicely done. At 63, I finally a large dedicated shop and can make all of the furniture for my family. My wife bought this Festool for me help me build faster. I received the whole double boxed set and it’s a bit overwhelming. Thanks for this step by step tutorial.

[bridevalley]

Thank you Peter, this is a very useful tutorial. Festool should include a link to this in their documentation!

[peterschuszter]

Absolutely brilliant intro, thank you so much! Super-easy to follow, well structured, well paced. Top content!

[annietempleton]

Having just recently scraped enough cash together for the machine.
I have watched dozens of videos but this one is the best by miles. So clear and concise.
I have now watched this twice all the way through and it has been such a help.
Thank you so much Peter for sharing your knowledge - you are a wonderful teacher!

[drunkonsunday]

Brilliant - I'm considering a purchase of the DF500 - your comprehensive, intelligent and unbiased presentation of the tool is incredibly well appreciated - I now know what I'm in for.

[pearlsrx]

Great video Pete. Thanks mate. I was flicking from the English section of the manual back and forth with the picture at the front to identify parts and try to remember the connection in my head as I read on which was slow going.
Thanks to your video I also got all the bonus tips and tricks to set me off with my machine.
I subscribed as I like that you are thorough instead of trying to condense a video into 10 minutes when it should take longer. Thanks again

[winkclark]

If I could give this video 1000 likes, I would. Thank you! Your explanations are very clear and the presentation is impeccable.

[chabinathramkissoon]

I own a festool domino for about the last nine years, it is the best machine I have ever bought. I also bought the festool dust extractor.

[peterjennings]

Thanks Peter; I love the clarity and attention to detail in your videos.

[evanlee]

This is an outstanding, comprehensive introduction to the DF500. Thanks!!!

[rjt]

Well that settles that. Best darn Domino video ever. Period. Others can stop making any more videos and us readers can spend more time making things and not looking for at least spend more time figuring out how to pay for the Domino. Thank you Peter.

[richardconey]

this is the best domino video I've seen so far, very detailed understandable explanation of everything! Many thanks for putting this together.

[flyc]

Domino arrived this morning so it was only right I took the time to watch this. Glad I did, thanks so much - simple and informative, not rushed, no stupid music. Perfect!

[Simon.in.Ireland]

Thanks Peter, just what I needed.. a comprehensive guide by someone who used he domino regularly.

[lvmadsen]

Thank you for this video – 3 years later, it’s still relevant. I’m in research mode for a Domino, while patiently waiting for my money tree to grow...

[HillCountryDemo]

What an awesome video. Oh that Festool would make videos like this and why they don't is beyond my comprehension. Just solid, useful, practical information not full of hype. Thank you thank you thank you! Please make more videos like this. So helpful for the first time user.

[dizzyg]

Hi Peter Thank your no nonsense straight forward explanation on the DF 500, I will be watching many more of your videos😊