Dovetail, Butterfly, Bow Ties & Dutchmen Keys

[Glynne]

I'm not actually sure if there is a preferred British name for these so apologies if I confuse anyone with the collection of names above.
I first saw these on the New Yankee Workshop when Norm used a router template to cut both the recess and the key itself and I'm tempted to try them myself, both to reinforce some spilt timber and for decorative purposes. I've had a quick Google and most of the references are American with Rockler seeming to supply the template, router bush & bit. Does anyone know if there is a UK supplier of these?
I know I could always cut the keys on a bandsaw and then use this as an outline for the recess but I'm thinking that accuracy would be more difficult as would getting a uniform depth on the recess. Does anyone actually do this without a template and are there issues with accuracy?
Thanks,

Glynne

 

[Racers]

Easy to do with hand tools no need for expensive bushes etc, a bit of practice on some scrap and away you go.
The depth isn't important as you can plane it down after fitting.

Pete

 

[Phil Pascoe]

Probably more effective done by hand - you could shape the butterfly to suit the grain of the wood being used.

 

[Harry 48]

Hi Glynne have you looked at the trend inlay kit its the same as Norm used in his videos

 

[Racers]

Knife, Chisel and mallet, router plane to level (the recess will be seen from the front).



And a shoulder plane to level it (its curved so a normal plane wouldn't work)



Pete

 

[RogerBoyle]

Easy to do with hand tools no need for expensive bushes etc, a bit of practice on some scrap and away you go.
The depth isn't important as you can plane it down after fitting.

Pete

100% agree with the above and there is not much woodworking I tend to do by hand LOL

 

[Glynne]

Thanks for the replies guys, I'll have a play and see how it goes.

Pete,
I wasn't quite sure what you meant by

And a shoulder plane to level it (its curved so a normal plane wouldn't work)

Harry,
That could just go on my Xmas & birthday list!

Glynne

 

[Racers]

Thanks for the replies guys, I'll have a play and see how it goes.

Pete,
I wasn't quite sure what you meant by

And a shoulder plane to level it (its curved so a normal plane wouldn't work)

Glynne

The handle curves downwards so I couldn't use a normal plane I needed one where the blade went right to the edge.





Pete

 

[Harry 48]

Like the box Pete looks like its sticking its tongue out :tongue9:

 

[Racers]

Thanks Harry.

Pete