Through dovetails with the Porter Cable dovetail jig 4216

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  • Опубликовано: 17 июл 2024
  • This video is a step by step explanation of setting up and using the Porter Cable 4216 jig for making through dovetails. I have PACKED every step necessary for making through dovetails into this video. How to set up the jig, how to lay out your drawer pieces and even how to adjust the jig to get that perfect fit. I hope you enjoy the video and it motivates you to make those perfect dovetails that anyone can do with this jig. please hit that like and subscribe button. It really helps the channel grow and gets this content out there for more people to see. Thanks for watching
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Комментарии • 347

  • @NateHemming
    @NateHemming Год назад +10

    With your instruction, I put together three perfect drawers today using my jig after years of letting the jig collect dust in the corner of my shop. Your tips took the guesswork out of what was initially a daunting task. Thanks for sharing this clip. This is hands-down the clearest instruction I've seen. Great work. Cheers, Nate.

  • @benlallier1721
    @benlallier1721 7 месяцев назад +2

    After watching your video I pulled my Porter Cable dovetail jig off the shelf, blew the dust off it and tried cutting a few dovetails. I’ve had it for quite a while but never used it. To my amazement they turned out just about perfect. Thank you for your very informative video. 😊

  • @davidmcgrath6507
    @davidmcgrath6507 2 месяца назад +1

    Very nice intro to the jig!

  • @donalddunn2983
    @donalddunn2983 5 месяцев назад +2

    This is the best RUclips for this porter cable jig. You didn't leave anything out. Thanks

  • @birddogmason9862
    @birddogmason9862 10 месяцев назад +3

    Pulled my jib out of the closet, watched your video for a refresher, and off to the races. Thanks

  • @MrRutontuton
    @MrRutontuton Месяц назад +1

    Excellent, concise guide. Thanks Tracy!

  • @edgoswick1271
    @edgoswick1271 11 месяцев назад +2

    Yours are the best instructions for the Porter Cable jig on RUclips. I enjoy mine much more by following your guidlines.

  • @adambuilds
    @adambuilds 5 месяцев назад +1

    Really helpful video. 24 minutes seems like a long video these days but yours was as concise as it could be. Thank you for the relevant step-by-step detail and good camera angles.

  • @kurtboogertman8292
    @kurtboogertman8292 4 месяца назад

    Best video on through dove tails I've seen. Learned a lot. Thanks

  • @rdm1955
    @rdm1955 Месяц назад +1

    Many thanks for a thorough tutorial. I just bought my jig and this really helps.

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  Месяц назад

      Hope it helps. I have a Playlist for this jig if you are interested

    • @rdm1955
      @rdm1955 Месяц назад

      @@hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679 Absolutely - and many thanks (again)

  • @monteaustin1006
    @monteaustin1006 2 месяца назад +3

    I just watched the video on 5/11/2024. Thank you for a succinct review of the through dovetail process on this jig. Short, sweet and to the point.

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  2 месяца назад

      Thank you. I have a Playlist of videos on this jig if you are interested in checking them out

    • @monteaustin1006
      @monteaustin1006 2 месяца назад +1

      Anything on the Leigh RT400J for half blind dovetails? I have 5/4 walnut, that I have left 1/2 inch for the half blind dovetail (for the drawer front)

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  2 месяца назад

      @monteaustin1006 No I sure don't. Sorry. 5/4? Man that's thick. I would have to hand cut those

    • @monteaustin1006
      @monteaustin1006 2 месяца назад +1

      @@hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679 Thank you for replying.

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  2 месяца назад

      @monteaustin1006 Oh your welcome. I wish I had an answer for you

  • @ulflarsen9449
    @ulflarsen9449 5 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you for the video. Extremely informative. I really like your way of explaining the drawer layout as you cut your dovetails, very easy to follow.

  • @dalewilson5024
    @dalewilson5024 Год назад +4

    Posted one year ago, and remains the best tutorial available. Thank you for sharing your knowledge in such an easy to understand manner - that alone is a skill set only paralleled by your skill working with wood itself.

  • @vincetoscano7018
    @vincetoscano7018 Год назад +2

    Thanks Tracy, Great job explaining the dovetail jig, best i've seen.

  • @ricrowley8244
    @ricrowley8244 10 месяцев назад +1

    Very helpful. The manuals are good, but I really appreciate the real world tips.

  • @normaguerra6158
    @normaguerra6158 2 месяца назад +1

    Excellent tutorial. Thanks

  • @NectarFen
    @NectarFen 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you for taking the time to post this video. Your dovetails looked great and your guidance was extremely helpful to me. I just picked up the Porter Cable 4216 and went through the instructions and for the most part they were okay but your video made it a lot easier to set up. Appreciated from Northern Virginia!!

  • @jimbow2644
    @jimbow2644 Год назад +1

    Best video I have seen yet! I would like to ask you to make video of cutting and installing the drawer bottoms. Also video of glue up of drawer sides. Thank you very much for your time making this video 😊

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  Год назад

      I will put that video on my "to do" list. I don't know how long it will take before I can do it. I have several other projects going but I will as soon as I can.

  • @Rossg1981
    @Rossg1981 4 месяца назад

    As a novice who inherited my dad's tools, including a dovetail jig im trying to figure out, thanks SO much. You should think about starting a woodworking class or school. Your woodworking is great but a lot of guys dont have that and teaching skills, which is a totally different skill. You have both. Just thought you should know

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  4 месяца назад

      Thank you. I have taught wood working. I have a video on my channel coving some of the highlights of it. Thank you for the kind words. Means a lot

  • @Jaypark1113
    @Jaypark1113 2 года назад +1

    This is best instructional for dovetail jig. Thank you for your time and sharing.

  • @rickfitzpatrick4469
    @rickfitzpatrick4469 Год назад +2

    I have owned this jig for several years, after several attempts I could not get the pins and tails even close to alignment. So it sat on the shelf for years collecting dust, After watching this tutorial, I finally made my first dovetail box. Thank you for sharing this video.
    On another note: i will never purchase another Porter Cable product in my lifetime. Worst customer service I have ever experienced,!

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  Год назад

      Thank you Rick. I am glad my video was helpful. Sorry you have had a bad experience with their customer service dept. I have several other videos on this jig also if you would like to check them out. There are several joints that can be made with it. Thanks for watching

  • @TheWoodworkersClub
    @TheWoodworkersClub Год назад +2

    Just watched your video and dovetails never seemed easier! Thanks for taking the time to make a great tutorial!

  • @robertgeorgemiller278
    @robertgeorgemiller278 2 года назад +1

    Tracy. Best regards from Indonesia. I salute you for an excellent explanation. No unnecessary gossip or showmanship just calm and friendly expert guidance.

  • @slowdeepandhard69
    @slowdeepandhard69 5 месяцев назад +1

    I'm getting ready, thanks.

  • @SonOfPatriots
    @SonOfPatriots 2 года назад +7

    I've seen many videos on this Porter cable jig and this one is by far the most detailed and understanding. I really appreciate the time and effort you put into this. Now, I can dive into mine. Liked and subbed! Thank you!

  • @MikeyDonna
    @MikeyDonna 2 года назад

    This the best tutorial on this dovetail jig bar non. I’ve looked at everyone on the tube, there is none better.

  • @MikeyDonna
    @MikeyDonna 2 года назад +5

    Tracy , some months back I discovered this Video on the Porter cable dove tail jig. After this among every other on RUclips I finally was able to produce decent Dove tail joints. I use this jig so infrequently I always come back here for a quick review. Thanks again for this clear demonstration.

  • @terrypinkerton2702
    @terrypinkerton2702 Год назад +1

    One of the best and total explanations of the system. Well done.

  • @seancarroll6252
    @seancarroll6252 2 года назад

    Tracy, great video thank you for an easy to follow guide and demonstration, you have clarified for me the best option on rotating the boards for cutting, I was struggling with that on my first few attempt with my new jig.

  • @michaelsimmons4712
    @michaelsimmons4712 Год назад +1

    Thanks for this video. Especially the setting and explanation of depth (gauge) and how to layout and rotate pieces. Did my first dovetail on Porter Cable delux last night as test and will do both regular and minature drawers today!

  • @thomasazzopardi4760
    @thomasazzopardi4760 Год назад +1

    I learned a ton of information from this video. Thank you for all the detailed information. Can't wait to try my own dovetail joints.

  • @dannyhurst9526
    @dannyhurst9526 Год назад

    Best video that I have seen on Porter Cable Dovetail Jig. You make it easy to understand how to make dovetail joints.

  • @chriss5999
    @chriss5999 Год назад

    This is the best video on this jig. Thank you so much for sharing it

  • @daveyJ213
    @daveyJ213 2 года назад

    Tracy, excellent video sir. I just received my jig yesterday, and will be giving it a try in the next couple of days. Loved your straight forward explanations and pictures. Thanks for posting. I think I can actually get it done.

  • @allenhuckabee3764
    @allenhuckabee3764 2 года назад +1

    Thanks so much for your detailed video. I just bought this jig and your tutorial was on point! Thanks

  • @dickreed5302
    @dickreed5302 2 года назад +2

    Thanks Tracy for the informative information. I'm working my way through the steps to being able to make boxes using the Porter Cable Jig. Started with another manufactures Jig and was not real happy with the results and made the move to the Porter Cable after watching your videos. With the help of your videos I feel I can confidently move on and be successful. Again thanks for the great videos.

  • @srg3798
    @srg3798 Год назад

    What a great confidence inspiring video. I just ordered a jig after watching. Thank you.

  • @williamporter9034
    @williamporter9034 2 года назад +1

    Excellent video; I had not used my 4216 jig since around 2016 and your video is spot on. Thanks

  • @samguo8558
    @samguo8558 9 месяцев назад

    One of the best instructions on how to use this jig for drawers, from beginning to the end. Awesome video. Thank you very much.

  • @dougbrett-matthewson2640
    @dougbrett-matthewson2640 2 года назад +1

    There are a bunch of vids on here for the Porter-Cable jig, this is by far the clearest and most informative I've found, many thanks!

  • @8fishslayer
    @8fishslayer Год назад +1

    Thank you for your step by step tutorial of this jig. I bought the jig and found the instruction manual to be poor. I've been burning up material trying to figure it out, even using other you-tube videos and have gotten absolutely nowhere. You, on the other hand, explained everything thoroughly and actually showed how easy it can be. I hope you have some young kids you are teaching the trade to. You are a VERY good teacher!

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  Год назад +1

      Thank you Troy for those kind words. I have 5 kids and 3 grandchildren. None of my kids picked up the craft and they are all grown. Maybe my grandchildren will. I have instructed wood working classes before. I love to teach. Which is why I do RUclips and maybe one of these years my kids will want to know how to do something and I'll have a video on it and they can let me teach them then.

  • @davidstuart4489
    @davidstuart4489 2 года назад +5

    Thank you for pointing out this video as well. Again, Sir, Outstanding! If you aren't a woodshop teacher right now, I reckon you should be. Thank you for doing these! I'll go view the other videos using this jig. Mine shows up Tuesday. So applying what you're teaching will make next week really fun - and hopefully successful!

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  2 года назад +1

      I have instructed woodworking classes. I have a highlight video on my channel as well from a class i done. I am also a custom furniture builder. Thank you for the compliments David. It means a lot and I am humbled by them.

  • @markhilken7026
    @markhilken7026 Год назад +1

    Wow !! Excellent video on the setup and use of the Portercable dovetail jig - Thank You, saved me alot of time and reduced the learning curve

  • @JoseVazquez-gj2xp
    @JoseVazquez-gj2xp 2 года назад +1

    Excellent video. One of the most explanatory videos in any subject I've seen. Thanks for sharing your experience. Just bought the Jig, and this is what I need to start.

  • @Dadofour2
    @Dadofour2 Год назад

    Your teaching style is very easy to understand. You helped me decide on the porter cable kit for my shop. Thanks

  • @ThomasWithenshaw
    @ThomasWithenshaw Год назад

    Thanks very much, you’ve helped me to really understand how to use the Jig, now I don’t have to read the manual😂
    Also I like the advice of laying out the drawer pieces that sort of information saves loads of mistakes and time

  • @rickallred9985
    @rickallred9985 Год назад

    Great video, just got the 4212 porta cable dovetail kit, thanks for detail in your video, saw your first unbox also

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  Год назад

      Thanks Rick. I also have a video on sliding and stopped dovetails using the jig also. Be sure to check that one out as well. Check all my videos out lol. Thank you so much for the kind words

  • @mteel8921
    @mteel8921 11 месяцев назад +1

    Excellent video step by step. Getting ready to make drawers today after a few years hiatus in the woodshop. I feel confident I can dovetail like a pro after watching this. :)

  • @toneightO
    @toneightO 2 года назад

    Thanks brother for taking the time to make and post this video to help us out. This jig is a bit intimidating, and i think you have my confidence level high enough to give it a go. Keep up the informative videos.

  • @hankcrismore6110
    @hankcrismore6110 9 месяцев назад

    Hi Tracy, I just received the 4216 and your video really helps. Thank you for your time in making it. Hank

  • @toddplager8676
    @toddplager8676 Год назад +1

    Great directional video!! I have made a few coasters learning this jig. The black stopper brackets i found out the hard way. when doing the small dovetails i had to change the black brackets for the gray ones. The layout is absolutely most important. ty again great video your a pro!

  • @frankp8712
    @frankp8712 6 месяцев назад

    Your video answered all my questions and I appreciate the help! Eager to start actually using this jig. Many thanks!

  • @Knueppixx
    @Knueppixx 2 года назад +2

    Sehr gutes Video, sehr verständlich erklärt. 👍🏻 Habe mein Jig bestellt und bin nun exzellent vorbereitet. Vielen Dank
    Viele Grüße aus 🇩🇪, Andreas

  • @drno4955
    @drno4955 Год назад

    Tracy, I gotta echo all the comments I've read on this video. Great job.! Wish I had a shop like that. Looking for more of your videos

  • @pedalman4595
    @pedalman4595 2 года назад

    Thank you for this completely detailed setup and use. This was the most helpful tutorial I have found on RUclips. Keep up the great work!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @user-yt3do7rt1h
    @user-yt3do7rt1h Год назад

    Excellent video, especially showing each and every step in detail. Thank you!

  • @Wyman642
    @Wyman642 2 года назад

    Amazingly clear and useful video. You have a gift for teaching. Thanks.

  • @thematey3592
    @thematey3592 2 года назад +1

    Thank you sir. I have the same jig but have not used it yet. Your video is going to be very helpful. Thank you for your time.

  • @kencook4956
    @kencook4956 Год назад +1

    Great job. Looked at another video that wasn't nearly as simply laid out as yours. Actually just in the process of deciding on the jig. Looks pretty slick. I like it.

  • @microreniassance2929
    @microreniassance2929 9 месяцев назад +1

    Subscribed. Best video on the subject I have found. You're a credit to the craft. Thank you for putting this out there.

  • @Jordanwoodworking
    @Jordanwoodworking 2 года назад +3

    Great video. This will be very useful video down the road when I try my hand at it

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  2 года назад +1

      Thanks. Give it a go. It's a great jig. I'm glad I have it. I usually don't have time to hand cut. Saves a ton of time

  • @johnmount1622
    @johnmount1622 2 года назад

    Great video, I just got the jig and this video will be a great reference to use, thanks.

  • @MrJbafterlife
    @MrJbafterlife 2 года назад

    Great information helped me a lot! I’m just getting into making dovetails and you sir have helped me a ton! Thank you!

  • @foinkle
    @foinkle 10 месяцев назад

    Fantastic procedural video. Thanks. I really appreciate how you included tips and tricks throughout!

  • @archieireland570
    @archieireland570 Год назад +1

    I love the clarity and detail great video.

  • @terrybolerjack197
    @terrybolerjack197 2 года назад +1

    Great information. Not beginner stuff but executed well for the intermittent to gain new techniques !

  • @yamadog24
    @yamadog24 2 года назад +1

    Great overview of this jig. I have had one for a while and am just getting around to using it. I like how you went through making a whole box. Most videos only show one corner. Most projects have more than one corner.

  • @karthiksc47
    @karthiksc47 Год назад +1

    Really great patient coaching. Thank you. 🙏

  • @cnturion79
    @cnturion79 Год назад

    Thank you for this great tutorial video. You saved people do
    Much monies learning how to do things on their own and be proud in their own work projects. This is the best video on setting up snd so detailed on the entire process.

  • @42icee
    @42icee Год назад +1

    So thankful for this vid....thanks for posting it.

  • @charliemurphy2523
    @charliemurphy2523 6 месяцев назад +1

    I just purchased this jig and watched your unboxing and this video and found them to be very informative. I even took some notes as to how to place boards int jig and such. I also have the same Dewalt router and was wondering if I would be able to use the plunge part of it to do these. You answered that as well. Very good videos, thank you very much.

  • @leeduffy1643
    @leeduffy1643 11 месяцев назад

    Thanks for a great job explaining how to set up and use this jig.

  • @lui1648
    @lui1648 2 года назад +2

    Thank you Tracy for a great instructional video! I have just began to use my porter cable jig and on the advice of another person posting on You tube I installed an additional nut back of the brass one. This allowed me to snub it down after getting the final adjustment and prevented any movement. I used a regular hex nut for this purpose and found it to work well. Again this was not my original idea and it seemed to address a possible concern. Thanks again for your excellent teaching technique. Best regards Gordon

  • @rgilman46
    @rgilman46 2 года назад

    You sir are a very good teacher. Thank you.

  • @davidguy1630
    @davidguy1630 Год назад

    Tracy, I know that this is a little over a year old, but you nailed the instructions. I just got my jig and I followed your video and the first time it was almost perfect. I got it a little loose, but I’m confident I can get them a little tighter next time.

  • @TheJonkilleen
    @TheJonkilleen 2 года назад +1

    Thanks Tracy. Great video.

  • @marcsmelser9508
    @marcsmelser9508 Год назад +1

    Very nice clear video on how to do this!! Your explanation was so clear and practical that I may be able to remember it!! Thank you!!!!

  • @algnojewski969
    @algnojewski969 2 года назад

    You are the only vid I’ve seen that correctly states to set your dovetail bit depth to the thickness of your tail boards. I can’t figure out how a factory set depth guide would ever account for board thickness like those other vids suggest. You also are the only one who has advised how to creep up on a tight joint by adjusting your pins. No soup sandwich here, you got that straight and I commend you for no BS!!!

  • @jessealanis7443
    @jessealanis7443 2 года назад

    Great video sir... Best I've seen on this jig. Thank you for sharing.

  • @spudhut2246
    @spudhut2246 Год назад +1

    Excellent training video. Simple and to the point. I have a much better understanding on how it is done.

  • @peterstevens6555
    @peterstevens6555 Год назад +2

    Good evening from Auckland, New Zealand. Nice video. I just brought a 12inch Dovetail Jig from Melbourne, Australia should be here in NZ in the about 2-3 weeks’ time and I’m catching up on some video about how to use my jig when it gets here. 🤪🤪🤪

  • @richardlug6139
    @richardlug6139 2 года назад +1

    Great demo video I liked the tips about setting and checking the depth and the tightness of the joint.. A couple tips I got from Kings Fine Woodworking demo video on this jig especially if you do not use it very often. Take a sharpie and write on the template about where the outside of the stock is to face when cutting the pins and tails. I am sure other people have thought about this I put a piece of tape on the outside of the stock so when I flip it from end to end so I do not make a mistake and cut them the opposite way.. A pencil mark will work also, but a bright piece of tape catch’s a persons eye better.

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  2 года назад

      That's a great idea to use a piece of tape or other method for marking the right side. Thanks for sharing it. 👍

  • @PPG9944
    @PPG9944 Год назад +1

    I had this jig sitting around a while. Decided to give it another shot after watching this. Thanks for demystifying it a bit. The manual only goes so far.

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  Год назад +1

      I have several other videos on this jig as well. Feel free to check out the Playlist

    • @PPG9944
      @PPG9944 Год назад +1

      @@hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679 i am way ahead of you haha

  • @watcherick4433
    @watcherick4433 2 года назад +1

    Nice!! I’m buying this Jig and Follow your steps!!

  • @kennyramsay3526
    @kennyramsay3526 2 года назад +1

    Awesome video. Very well explained. I will be investing in a dovetail jig soon and this video has already made me somewhat comfortable in trying my hand at it. Two thumbs up brother. 👍👍

  • @bobdinanjr2097
    @bobdinanjr2097 2 года назад +1

    Thanks Tracy very informative & helpful to this rookie!👍

  • @fredyrodriguez7631
    @fredyrodriguez7631 2 года назад +1

    muy buen travajo sr la pasiencia es algo especial en una persona grasias por el video

  • @ahmetask195
    @ahmetask195 2 года назад +1

    Excellent video

  • @stevesiefken6432
    @stevesiefken6432 Год назад +1

    Great video! I just bought one, should be here in a couple days, but I will be referencing this video when I get started! Thanks!

    • @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      @hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679  Год назад +1

      Thanks Steve. I have a Playlist of several videos on my channel for different type joints. Be sure to check those out as well. Also a new product for aligning your work piece up by Chad Abrams. They are all in the playlist

    • @stevesiefken6432
      @stevesiefken6432 Год назад +1

      @@hammerdownwoodworkingtracy3679
      Will do, thanks!

  • @tommccurnin524
    @tommccurnin524 Год назад

    Thank You for Your Time and Effort in Making This Great Video
    I really learned a lot.

  • @jeffcee9457
    @jeffcee9457 2 года назад +1

    Very helpful thanks for sharing

  • @cedarcrossbeefarm5399
    @cedarcrossbeefarm5399 2 года назад

    Great video. I've wanted to buy this jig just wasn't sure about it enough to pull the trigger. I have now fired that shot. Thanks for the input.

  • @user-tu6zt8ct3j
    @user-tu6zt8ct3j Месяц назад +1

    By the way amigo your video is fantastic, great job!

  • @billyfarmer3967
    @billyfarmer3967 Год назад +1

    Excellent video, well explained.

  • @pgadams1
    @pgadams1 Год назад +1

    Excellent video. Thanks!

  • @brianmcquiston4211
    @brianmcquiston4211 2 года назад +1

    I have been struggling with getting everything set just right. Your video answered some questions for me.

  • @joemoore9802
    @joemoore9802 Год назад +1

    Very helpful and well done, thank you.

  • @jasonm887
    @jasonm887 Год назад +1

    This was great. Thank you sir!

  • @stevewaddell2859
    @stevewaddell2859 Год назад +1

    Great Video!

  • @jaayjones5937
    @jaayjones5937 Год назад +1

    Really good job, better than many. I wish the Chad Abrams tool was available now, I always have trouble getting things aligned. One possible tip, put the pin board on the tail board and scribe a line, then set your router bit to that line.