Taunton's Complete Illustrated Guide to Jigs & Fixtures - 5th Edition by Sandor Nagyszalanczy (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

The Maker's Secret Weapon: Build Custom Jigs for Perfect Accuracy, Ultimate Efficiency, and Significant Cost Savings.

Jigs and fixtures are the key to precision, speed, and safety in any woodworking shop. Finding the right shop aid for a complex cut or operation can be challenging, but this comprehensive guide demystifies the entire process.

It is the essential reference for the DIY builder and dedicated maker looking to elevate the quality of their work and their shop efficiency. Author Sandor Nagyszalanczy, a highly respected professional furniture designer, woodworker, and one of America's most prolific authors on woodworking.

Featuring over 800 clear color photographs and diagrams, this guide will teach you how to make these time-saving devices and help improve everything you build in your shop, turning your tools into hyper-efficient, precision machines.

Build Your Own Success:

• Massive Cost Savings: Stop buying expensive, specialized commercial accessories! This book teaches you how to build your own high-performance jigs and fixtures out of inexpensive scrap wood and hardware, delivering professional accuracy for a fraction of the price.
• The Ultimate Maker Project: Building jigs is the foundational project for any serious maker. This guide helps you tackle challenging "jigging problems" with confidence, inspiring creative, custom solutions tailored exactly to the tools and projects in your unique workshop.
• Complete Shop Aids: In four parts, the book covers hundreds of shop aids, providing you with a complete understanding of jig function and design. You will find step-by-step instructions for:
  • Templates & Stops: Joinery templates, depth gauges, and travel stops.
  • Guidance Systems: Taper jigs, circle-cutting systems, and specialized fences.
  • Work Holding: Vises, hold-downs, and assembly fixtures.

About the Author

Sandor Nagyszalanczy is a highly respected professional furniture designer, woodworker, and one of America's most prolific authors on woodworking. With nearly 25 years of experience building custom furniture, he is uniquely qualified to teach the craft's most demanding techniques. He previously served as a Senior Editor for Fine Woodworking magazine and has contributed to numerous trade publications. Nagyszalanczy is the best-selling author of over a dozen books for the Taunton Press, covering essential topics from jigs and fixtures to shop setup and dust control. He is also known for his photography and has appeared on television programs, including The History Channel's Modern Marvels and ABC's World News Tonight. His work has appeared in the collections of the Minneapolis Institute of Art, cementing his reputation as a master craftsman and indispensable authority for builders of all skill levels.