Simple saw guide for accurate dovetails

摘要

I cut my dovetails pins first and then scribe the tails from the pins. In this sequence, it's important to be accurate when cutting the tails, so they mate well with the pins. Following the scribe lines with the saw can be challenging, though, in part because the tail cuts aren't perpendicular to the end of the board. To avoid cutting at an awkward angle, you can tilt the board in the vise, but this is no guarantee of great results.