First off, I am tired of the drill press and cheap hand chisels. I would really like a solution that make it more enjoyable and precise.
I have considered multiple solutions and have a base reasoning established. Dollars aways matter as I am leary of great expenditures unless it is really worth it.
What am I trying to do with it you ask, well... I do many of standard straight mortise and tenons. I make mostly full sized furniture with numerous small gift type stuff in between. I love not using fasteners. Joinery is my happy place.
-Just add mortise chisels. Good ones are semi-pricey, but I am not sure how much more benefit those dollars will have.
-The mortiser. Can be expensive. Multiple options there. Benchtop, but due to some conversations had with others. They are steering me towards a cabinet model with an X, Y table feature. So I have a list of features I have found and wonder their merits.
-X, Y Table
-Tilting Table
-Tilting Head
-Reversible Head (swings off the table for end mortising)
-Table Clamps
-Max Chisel Size
-Motor Size
-Stroke Length
I have never used a mortiser, but I seriously doubt I will have a problem with it considering...well just considering.
- Leigh style M&T jig. I have drooled over one for many years, but never used one and don't know if I would use it more or less than the others.
So your thoughts?
I have considered multiple solutions and have a base reasoning established. Dollars aways matter as I am leary of great expenditures unless it is really worth it.
What am I trying to do with it you ask, well... I do many of standard straight mortise and tenons. I make mostly full sized furniture with numerous small gift type stuff in between. I love not using fasteners. Joinery is my happy place.
-Just add mortise chisels. Good ones are semi-pricey, but I am not sure how much more benefit those dollars will have.
-The mortiser. Can be expensive. Multiple options there. Benchtop, but due to some conversations had with others. They are steering me towards a cabinet model with an X, Y table feature. So I have a list of features I have found and wonder their merits.
-X, Y Table
-Tilting Table
-Tilting Head
-Reversible Head (swings off the table for end mortising)
-Table Clamps
-Max Chisel Size
-Motor Size
-Stroke Length
I have never used a mortiser, but I seriously doubt I will have a problem with it considering...well just considering.
- Leigh style M&T jig. I have drooled over one for many years, but never used one and don't know if I would use it more or less than the others.
So your thoughts?