Is the Festool Domino XL700 Worth the Investment?
Are you looking for a new tool to add to your woodworking collection? If so, you may want to consider the Festool Domino XL700.
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Festool Company History
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 …
Festool Domino DF700 Review
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 …
When will the Festool Domino Patent Expire?
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 …
The Dowel Joint VS A Festool Domino & Strength Test 2020
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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Make your own Dominos
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 …
DeWalt Biscuit Jointer – Best value plate jointer? – Festool Domino Alternative!
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 in 2020?
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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Festool Domino Joining Machine – Best Festool Prices in 2020
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 System (Best UK prices)
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 …