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1:4 Dovetail Marker Set

John Kelly — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 23:50:11 +0000

1:4 is the ratio of choice when working in soft woods like pine and cedar. Woods that are softer are more likely to deform under stress. The increased ramping at 1:4 provides additional overlap of the stock and a longer glue joint where it matters for strength. Using TailSpin marking tools to put collinear marks on BOTH sides of your joint means you can cut to the SAME line on your pin and tail boards for a perfect fit. These tools are faster and more accurate than your current workflow.

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1:6 Dovetail Marker Set

John Kelly — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 20:05:33 +0000

1:6 is our mid-ratio for general purpose dovetails in a range of materials. If you only want one set this is the one. Perfect for drawers and casework with visible joinery. A good mix of elegance and strength for mid-range hardwoods like poplar and soft maple. Our most popular set.

Using TailSpin marking tools to put collinear marks on BOTH sides of your joint means you can cut to the SAME line on your pin and tail boards for a perfect fit. These tools are faster and more accurate than your current workflow.

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1:8 Dovetail Marker Set

John Kelly — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 23:52:00 +0000

1:8 is our steepest-ratio for elegant dovetails in hardwood. 1:8 is the traditional ratio for the finest work, especially in contrasting species. Ideal for “English pattern” work where the pins taper to just the width of your saw. The 1:8 dovetail marking set will make your life easier in places where there is far less room for error. For the peak of elegance and repeatable results go with the 1:8 set. Our second most popular single item, and combined with 1:6 and SQd, our most popular 3-item bundle.

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TailSpin SQd

John Kelly — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 20:10:21 +0000

TailSpin SQd (squared) brings the ease and accuracy of callibrated collinear marking to 90 degree applications.
Physical registration can be used to carry joinery layout around a table leg or story marks to an edge or opposite face.

SQd has our patent-pending calibrated collinear offsets built into one side and is calibrated on the other for use with the tools you already own. Use SQd to layout box joints & mortises, or mix and match with other TailSpin tools to create stunning half-dovetail combinations.

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TailSpin Twosome

John Kelly — Sat, 28 Nov 2020 16:00:48 +0000

Choose any two TailSpin Tool sets and save! Our most popular twosome are 1:6 & TSQd, but you can pick any two, or step up to a threesome package for 2 dovetail ratios AND the super-useful TSQd.

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TailSpin Triplets

John Kelly — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 17:53:37 +0000

Now we’re talking both savings and utility! Pick three sets of collinear marking tools for the best (almost) bang for your buck. Our most popular bundles always include the 1:6 and TSQd, with an (almost) even mix of 1:4 and 1:8.

Better yet, step up to the four-pack and get free shipping as a cherry on top.

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TailSpin Tetrad

John Kelly — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 17:55:46 +0000

Maximum value, Maximum utility, MINIMUM cost. Step up to the Tetrad for the best value since King Tut.

*Four packs are pre-packaged sets and substitutions are not possible. Multiples of the same items are available at the Twosome and Triplet levels. Call or email for bulk or educational pricing.

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TailSpin 0.7mm Mechanical Pencils

John Kelly — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 18:02:07 +0000

TailSpin Tools are calibrated to work ONLY with a 0.7mm pencil. Grab a set of four right now and know you will be using the correct pencil.

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