How to Align Dowel Joints Perfectly

In this woodworking tutorial, I’ll show you how to use a precise joinery technique that utilizes a dowel pin to combine the base and post of these custom cedar trestle legs for a large table build. These trestle legs provide stability and style, making them the perfect foundation for a robust, handcrafted table. I’ll walk you through every step of this technique, from measuring the cedar to drilling precise holes ensuring a tight, secure fit between the base and post. If you want to add a timeless, sturdy touch to your next furniture project, this video is packed with tips and techniques to help you succeed!

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[Gazman]

Dang, those are beasts. Well done on centering them.

I have that Milescraft drill jig thingy. It's great, and best of all very affordable, unlike most others.

Just this evening I watched a 'Flynndogg Woodwork' video where he reviewed the drill jig, and I learned that there are centering slots on the bottom for drilling dowels on the edge of boards centering them perfectly. All these years and I never knew it had that capability :-)

Take care.