I get so much joy out of seeing other people appreciate the wonderful person he is. Proud of you dad! He has an amazing workshop with every detail intentional. A powered attic ladder the raises, lowers and includes a trolley for hauling items up or down only scratches the surface. His home is the same way with custom racks for his hair dryer, custom step ladders with hand grabs and more. His work is phenomenal and worthy of a series.
Charles where can I find his plans to build your Dad's box joint jig. I failed to get it when I first viewed his video. Now I am finally pensioned off I have a bit of time to do something for myself. Just no money to purchase industry made tools. (Seniors don't get lots for pension ) I found your Dad's video again but I have not been able to find his plans. Can you direct me where to find them? May God bless. Murray Lowe
did i just watch a 32 minute video that was shot in a single take? every second was great information. i've been wanting to build one for a long time and i've seen a bunch, but i love this one. thanks!
Great video for the following reasons: Well explained and demonstrated. Clear voice. No silly music or face pulling. Not patronising. A brilliantly simple to build jig that does what you want it to. Hope you do more videos. Thank you.
The organization of this shop is astounding. That back storage panel is absolutely incredible! Amazing work shop. Also, I'm a Dewalt fan as well. They are the best tools you can buy!
Thanks for plans, nice to see fellow woodworker that is helping others for free, Built mine works fine, now can make grandchildren some nice toys Thanks again Steve
Wow ! I built it and just love it. I am not what one would call an accomplished woodworker but, following your clear and accurate instructions, I completed the project with a minimum amount of hair pulling. Woodworking gives me a reason to get up in the morning but, lacking the imagination to do anything serious, I would be dead in the water without the generous sharing of knowledge and talent by guys like you. THANKS pal ! Brent
Ive watched literally hundreds of videos concerning woodworking and this is the single best video i've ever seen. Very informative and precise in detail. Thank you for the time and effort involved.
Ed, I've looked at several box joint jig ideas and I believe this is the best I've seen. So much so that I have drawn plans and have now made one. It works great just as you demonstrated. THANKS FOR SHARING!
There are some very nice additions to the threaded-rod-carrier box joint jig. However, the shared wisdom of pulling, glue/not-glue, options for mounting, and all those tips, are hugely valuable. Thanks so much Mr. Stiles.
The free plans and jig guide that you supplied are amazing. I am impressed by your excellent presentation. I'm thankful that there are brilliant people like you out there, and that you take the time to share your wisdom.
"Rear view mirror"... Brilliant - absolutely brilliant! This will keep the fine sawdust out of your eyes. I built a jig today which I will now throw away and build this one. Thanks, Ed.
I have a problem with this video Ed! I have watched it 5 times now and I will probably have to watch a sixth time. The reason is that my eyes are always wondering around looking at your absolutely fabulous wall of tools and how they are laid out. What a great shop you have and huge array of tools. How many cordless drills does one man need? As many as he has space for!! lol...
+bryan batts My NEW shop is under construction and will probably be ready around Christmas. But I would sure like a shop tour of Eds shop. I just can't get over how well laid out it is!
+David Handley My sentiments exactly. Ed's tool wall is amazing. I'm currently setting up a new shop and hopefully my tool wall will look as organized as Ed's.
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I finally got this jig built and I love it! This has got to be the most accurate and flexible (pin placement) box joint jig I have ever used. Great job Ed!
For some reason I keep coming back to watch your videos, what a pleasure it is to spent half a hour in your company. All the best, love from England 🇬🇧
i love this video. the cam on threaded rod idea, that amazing collection of tools in the background and how every inch is used up, and the great explanation from a man with years of wisdom.
Thank You Ed! What a straight forward "Get it done approach" ! I've looked @ many other jigs on the internet as well and I applaud yours and look forward to building it!!!!!!!!
Thank You very much for taking the time and effort to share your tips, tricks and innovations, I've gotten a lot of good insight for making my own jig!
So very simple and elegant, love the walk through and agree, you have a well organized shop. Thanks for sharing, your sled is the one I think I will plan to build for my shop in the coming days.
This is a great video. I have watched it about 10 times now as I am building the jig. I can hardly wait to finish it and put it to work. Thank you for taking the time to share. You can tell a lot about a man by how he organizes his shop.
HI Ed, Just spent half my weekend building your box joint jig. All I can say is "WOW!" For the first time, I have a home built jig that gives me consistent results as long as I do my part and practice due diligence in setup and operation. I added sand paper as a gripping surface to the faces of the clamps to improve the work piece holding ability. but beyond that, no other significant modifications. Thanks for putting this out there!
I built your jig a year ago and love using it. Purchased a flat grind full kerf blade to go with it and haven't had a single problem. Thanks for sharing and the free plans. you are the best.
Thanks so much Ed; by far the best that I have seen. I've finished my jig and cannot break my first trial joint! I am about to make 27 exposed front drawers for my kitchen, and have a number of other jobs in mind
Ed, your video, presentation, and plans are outstanding! Thanks so much! Looking forward to watching and building all of your projects. Keep them coming and dont change a thing
I have a similar jig that I built several years ago ,however yours is far and away better and much simpler to build. Thank you for taking time to share the operation of the jig and most of all the very detailed pdf. The presentation is professional quality. Again thank you..
Ed Stiles, Thank you for posting your plans for us folks. I returned my box joint jig because of damage but in-between the old and new I watched your video. So I canceled my order all together and will be building yours. Thanks so much for the plans.
I have seen many, many jigs with al type of ways to do box joint, manufactured by woodworkers but yours take the firs place for simplicity and accuracy fantastic excellent work.
made my 1st plunge router jig today, was just checking out what others do.. this truely made me want to pimp out my jig lol... great jig and well explained!!!...love the way u used threads of rod to calculate revolutions to distance... true craftsman!!!!....happy wood working sir!!!!
Best box joint jig I've ever seen! Love the cam, you don't even have to look at your alignment, this also let's you focus more on your work. Also love the mirror idea! And your presentation was exemplary! Thank you for sharing.
Ed, I really appreciate all the effort you went through to make the video, as well as your great detailed plan to share. It is a very clever jig, and I've just got to try this. Thank you so much.
Ed, Just wanted to add to the note I wrote several days ago.. I got my table saw put back together yesterday, and put the slides on... I made a couple of cuts on scrap 1/4" ply, and it worked first time... I finished it up today putting the safety block at the rear, putting the tape down so I know where I am, made a pointer out of aluminum flashing... I took an old bed apart, and took the drawers apart, and used the jig to make 2 drawers for the work bench... I cannot believe how easy the jig is to use, and so accurate..... For my thoughts Ed, I thank you, you are a genius many thanks........
Hi Ed, Looks like you have the dream shop and I can't wait to see more vids. I feel like your narration and explanations are ideal for teaching and inspiring. Thanks for the great work and I encourage you to move forward!!!!
Well, I finished my jig a few days ago. I have yet to install the aluminum stop but the rest is complete. I am building a tool box and wanted to make a tray. I have never attempted box joints or any kind of dovetail work. I learned a lot on the process from this video and applied it along with this jig yesterday. The result was fantastic. I ended up with very snug joints and with the help of a finishing hammer and a piece of scrap knocked the four joints into place. Awesome result. Next, some minor sanding. Again, thank you.
Just finished building your box joint jig. Fantastic! Accurate every time (as long as I don't lose count of rotations) and your promise of not needing test pieces is on point. Thanks for a great video, and thanks for the plans.
Ed just wanted to thank you for the video. I finish building this jig today, did my first cuts and they turned out perfect to the point that i could assemble them into a box! I'm really new to woodworking so getting things right the first time; that almost never happens... Oh and thank you for the plans too.
I'll also put my vote in for an extensive shop tour. That's the most amazing wall of modern tools I've ever seen. And I like the fact that you're using three dimensions of the space, not just hanging your tools on their sides: much more space efficient that way.
One of the best examples I have seen. I think I will stop looking now and make mine modelled on what I have seen here. I really like the cam at the end giving not just visual but also audio confirmation of full crank circle. Nice!! Thank you for posting this. Hello from New Zealand.
Based on your 2 videos, this jig, your presentation, and the small view we have of your workshop, it is clear you have tons of knowledge that many of us want. Please, please, please make more videos.
Ed, I can't say enough good things about you video. I'm throwing my old sled in the scrap pile and making this jig tomorrow. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and the plans for this jig. I would encourage you to make some more videos, I'd watch them all. Maybe a video on your tool wall, I think we all have tool wall envy
Thank You. This is a fantastic jig. You have solved more problems and seems to put an end to the test cuts in a relatively uncomplicated build. This is also one of the best explanations of how the jig works and how you interact with it to get what you want. Your shop organization is wonderful to see. You could do anther segment on just that, not sure it would sink into me, but it is a worthy goal and I would watch it.
Just completed my version of your box joint jig and the plans were very helpful. Thanks much for the plans. The only changes I made were ball bearing for the rod at the crank end, rounded off nut epoxied to the rod to fit in the ball bearing, a drilled out nut to create a metal sleeve at the opposite end of the shaft, Adjustable quick release stop for accurately placing the sides in the clamp and wood strip on the fence back with matching dato in the carriage assembly. After a bit of fine tuning the carriage rides smooth and I am loving the accuracy. Using my dato blades with a .01" spacer, the 1/4" joints fit perfectly. Even my first test box looked very nice. Cutting the box joints is a much shorter job than making and fitting the tops and bottoms. I added the mirror and it is a great improvement for visibility while making cuts. The tape measure really helps when I have problems counting. I made an adjustable plexiglass indicator easily match marking on the tape measure. I clearly have way too much time on my hands.
Ed, thanks so much for the video and making the plans available. I was looking at different box joint jigs for sale or to make, and this is such a simple but elegant design that it won me over. Other jigs are needlessly complex, or they don't have enough flexibility, but this seems to enable sufficient flexibility with a relatively simple build... great job!
Hi, Ed, I saw your jig on you tube and was very impressed. I used the online plans and built my own with one change - I used 5/8 " x 8 as the main drive for the carriage (only requires half the turns) The hex nuts were expensive so I made the main nut out of epoxy inside the block of wood. It worked out great, very accurate. Thanks much.
Ed. Great video! I dabble in woodworking and have tried a few different box joint jigs over the years but never cared much about the set up and results. I came across your video and was inspired to give it a try. Boy, am I glad I did. This jig gives excellent results regarding accuracy with minimal effort in set up. I’ve tried various size box joints and I’m very pleased with each. I just wanted to say “thank you for sharing”. This is the best box joint jig by far and I’m sure others will come to the same conclusion should they decide to try it. I am appreciative!
I love your videos. I can't hep but think of my grandfather when I watch them. No other reason really other than his incredibly even voice and patience (ok, his name was also Ed). He explained things just like you did, made my learning really educational and fun at the same time. Thanks Ed!
This jig was so unique it left me begging for close up's and different camera angles! The Lead Screw 1/16th" cick stops had me smiling ear to ear! I love it!! 🥰 Wakodahatchee Chris
Hi Ed, The presentation of this jig video was exceptionally well done. I hope you will be making additional videos on other topics. I think there is a great deal more we can learn from woodworkers such as yourself. The screw advance sleds are definitely more accurate than the peg sleds and they are so much easier to change the finger size. Thank you Sir. Derek
Ed I am a beginner to woodworking and must say your box jig is one of a kind out of all the jigs on the internet even the ones my friends paid for this has to be the best one of all believe me when i say "Ed your a Genius" from one young woodworker thank you for sharing your plans as my allowance is not enough to purchase materials and plans. So thanks a Million Ed! I look forward to other youtube videos from you and your work expertise plus your shop is amazing and one day I hope to own one just like yours Ed!
I know this video is very old but hopefully you are still around and doing the amazing work you have shown here. I have a couple of the box joint jigs for various size fingers similar to the first one you showed. I get mediocre results with them. I decided to build one new higher precision jig and was considering pattern and screw type jigs. I liked the simplicity of the screw type jigs and when I saw your design I knew that was the one. So many great features. The clacker and mirror are pure genius. The adjustable edge stop, the sacrificial backer board and the clamping system are really well thought out. And with the free plans provided it was a simple but accurate build. Many thanks sir!
This video was an absolute joy to watch and think through. I am going to make this jig as I am a big fan of simplicity and yours is one of the best I have ever seen. Thank you!
Great jig and great presentation. I will make one of these in the near future. I am anxious to see more of what you've done. I'm stuck sitting here healing after prostate surgery (all went very well, robots are wonderful) and exploring the internet to see how I can improve my shop and techniques. I love your "turn counter". Simple and very effective.
Hello Mr. Stiles! What an amazing work. The box joint jig is a fantastic tool; your explanation is clear and straight forward; and your shop is an inspiration. Hope to learn more with you. Thanks for sharing your experience with us. Cheers from Brazil!
Just finished up my box joint jig from your plans and video. It works awesome! Haven't made anything great yet, just playing to see how it works. Thanks a million, Ed!
Thank You for the video I made one with a few modifications for my disability of a stroke using only my right hand. the blade guard I put a pull handle. I love the precision. On a single blade I added a piece of paper as a shim. My dado set was off a good bit for a 1/4 inch I had to add .o39 shims to make it work. I still have to learn to count. The mirror was a great asset. I used 2 inch aluminum angle 1/8 inch thickness for stop. I tried several other types of jigs as you did, no satisfaction like this one. remember where to keep your pencils. Thanks again, Rick P.
Thanks Ed. I built your jig with a couple of variations. Worked perfect first time, once I got my DADO blades set up. Finished my first project, a sewing box for my partner. I just wish my workshop was set up as well and as neat as yours. Regards
Thanks Ed. I found your plans and I made your terrific box joint jig. It works great first time up, The only modification I made was I inserted nylon washers adjacent to each post which makes adjustment a dream. Once again thanks! Pete (from down under)
This Video never gets old , I keep watching it to re-enforce my skills. Ed two small things keep track of your pencil. maybe add pockets to apron. and for 5/16th box joint is it cut one turn, cut then 9 turns, you said 10. I have made a chart for each size up to an inch. I also have made and used several different jigs. your's is the best for me. I am disabled due to a stroke and do all my woodwork only using my right hand. I still have all my fingers.
This is excellent and I like the way you explained everything so well and your ability to make the video is as good as if not better than most. Thanks and enjoy your woodworking
I built this jig and just tried it out for the first time a few minutes ago; the results were a perfect box joint on my first try. Thanks Ed for the great video and plans, the only changes I made were to put the crank on the left side since I'm left handed and I used a spring instead of rubber bands for the "clacker". Now I'm thinking that it would be fun to add a stepper motor and microcontroller to position the carriage.....ah, a project for another day :-)
I just made this jig over the weekend and works great. Hardest part was setting up my dado blade to be 1/4". I will be getting the box joint jig blade soon. Thanks for the great video!!!!!!
Hello Ed. I have watched far too many videos on box joints. Yours is head and shoulders above the others. I just finished making one from your plans and love it. I did make on modification. I incorporated a very simple and inexpensive vacuum port into the blade stop. I also agree with many others that you should consider producing more instructional videos and share our vast knowledge. A detailed tour of your shop would be something to look forward to.
