It all Started in 1925 for Festo (Festool) Festool is a German company that was founded in 1925 by Albert Fezer and Gottlieb Stoll. under the name “Fezer & Stoll”. The company initially produced wooden planes and other hand tools for the carpentry trade. In the 1930s, the company began producing power tools, including electric …
One of the most significant accomplishments that I have experienced in my woodworking was when I first executed a perfect mortise and tenon joint. I have been able to sand a wayward tenon to perfection while fine-tuning an errant mortise. Some would argue that the only want to perfect this process is to do it …
In the US and Europe Patents run for 20 years. Considering the Festool Domino evolved since around 2004 it is unlikely for any mainstream toolmaker will be putting out any Festool Domino equivalents into the market any time soon. If this is correct and Festool has not filed any new patents for modified designs. You …
A dilemma I read online and chat with colleagues about. We debate and argue on which type of jointing system is best. I feel there is some argument to be had but as I have both, A Duo Doweler and a Festool Domino I think I can honestly give my unbiased opinion on both systems. …
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The Festool Domino DF700 is a loose tenon boring machine that has an easy to use and accurate alignment mechanism. Dominos are overpriced I decided to manufacture my own Festool style Dominos. The wooden joiners are a revelation and they do improve workflow. But I cannot get over how expensive the original Festool loose tenon …
I have owned my Dewalt biscuit joiner for 5 years so I believe I have the ‘Expertise Authority Trustworthiness’ to share with you my experience and could it be an alternative to the Festool Why should I buy the Dewalt? This is a difficult question to answer because there is a huge choice of machines …
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Festool 500 Vs Festool 700 – which is best? If you are aware of the Festool Domino Dowel machine then you may be in a quandary! Which Domino should I buy the DF500 or the bigger DF700? Festool when money is no object! When you fill your pocket with brass and need to let it …
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The Festool Domino is the only machine of its type and there is no alternative in my opinion. The closest alternative power tools that try to compete with the Festool Domino. Duo doweller, drills easy dowel holes at a 32mm apart. Router and jig can create loose tenon mortices but not as quick as the …
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Festool Domino Joining Machine (Best UK Prices) Probably the only Festool system I am ever likely to own apart from a branded pencil! I own the Festool domino system and I am very happy with it. When I was first made aware of the Domino jointing method watching a youtube video I really could see …
As a fellow keen woodworker, I am always happy to find new fast ways of joining timber. In this article, I will explore the practical applications of both the humble ‘Biscuit Joiner’ and the innovative ‘Festool Domino’ dowel system. I have written this not to promote the Festool but to share my experience with this …