That’s right, dovetails on the table saw! It’s a concept that takes a little getting used to. But the fact is, with some practice, plus a unique, shop-made jig and a specially-ground saw blade, you can use your table saw to make dovetails quickly, easily, and accurately. Best of all, this technique results in through dovetails with that distinct, “hand-cut” look with narrow pins and variable spacing if desired.

The jig is similar to a crosscut sled but the fence is adjustable to allow for cutting both the pins and tails. You can download plans for the jig here: Table Saw Dovetail Jig

Besides the jig, you’ll also need a special saw blade to cut dovetails on the saw. You can use a regular blade, but the cuts will require a fair amount of hand clean up to fit. But, with the help of any local sharpening service, you can get the teeth ground to match the angle of the dovetail. It can be done inexpensively and it’s well worth the effort.