Woodworker's Journal

Tools to Keep You On Track

The Rockler Corner Key Doweling clamps to the corner of a box and guides an extended-length drill bit through the joint at a perfect 45° angle to the sides. The resulting holes allow users to add visual interest with contrasting wooden dowels, nonferrous metal rods, tubes or more. Because the dowels or rods are oriented across the joint, they also increase its strength, much like splines. The jig includes interchangeable 1/8"-, 1/4"- and 3/8"-diameter drilling guides and is adjustable to work with different thicknesses of stock and to allow fine-tuning of the hole position. Once set, the jig can be moved and reclamped to drill a series of matching holes. A clear hairline indicator window enables precise positioning. The Rockler Corner Key Doweling Jig (item 59517) is priced at $35.99.

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