Hello everyone,
I'm building a toolbox loosely based on the Gerstner design out of 1/2" walnut.
http://www.gerstnerusa.com/toolchests/w41d-b.htm
While attempting 1/2" box joints on my router with some test walnut pieces, it chips out terribly. It destroys the wood. I've tried different speeds, bought a new PC router bit, but it still destroys the piece. I'm using a "fence" similar to the concept used on "The Router Workshop" videos.
http://www.routerworkshop.com/boxjoints.html
Any ideas would be heartily welcome. I'm trying to avoid buying Dado blades for my table saw, but at this point it's looking like a better option than the router.
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Bill Smith