Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Jigs & Fixtures

The Maker's Secret Weapon: Build Custom Jigs for Perfect Accuracy, Ultimate Efficiency, and Significant Cost Savings.

Jigs and fixtures are the key to precision, speed, and safety in any woodworking shop. Finding the right shop aid for a complex cut or operation can be challenging, but this comprehensive guide demystifies the entire process.

It is the essential reference for the DIY builder and dedicated maker looking to elevate the quality of their work and their shop efficiency. Author Sandor Nagyszalanczy, a highly respected professional furniture designer, woodworker, and one of America's most prolific authors on woodworking.

Featuring over 800 clear color photographs and diagrams, this guide will teach you how to make these time-saving devices and help improve everything you build in your shop, turning your tools into hyper-efficient, precision machines.

Build Your Own Success:

• Massive Cost Savings: Stop buying expensive, specialized commercial accessories! This book teaches you how to build your own high-performance jigs and fixtures out of inexpensive scrap wood and hardware, delivering professional accuracy for a fraction of the price.
• The Ultimate Maker Project: Building jigs is the foundational project for any serious maker. This guide helps you tackle challenging "jigging problems" with confidence, inspiring creative, custom solutions tailored exactly to the tools and projects in your unique workshop.
• Complete Shop Aids: In four parts, the book covers hundreds of shop aids, providing you with a complete understanding of jig function and design. You will find step-by-step instructions for:
  • Templates & Stops: Joinery templates, depth gauges, and travel stops.
  • Guidance Systems: Taper jigs, circle-cutting systems, and specialized fences.
  • Work Holding: Vises, hold-downs, and assembly fixtures.