All-Purpose Layout Tool

When you first look at the photos, you might think this is a basic dovetail layout tool. But looks can be deceiving. There’s a lot more to it than that. You’ll found other uses around the shop for this handy tool, like laying out mortises. The nice thing about building this tool is that you can put it together in an afternoon or weekend. If you look at the drawings on the next page, you’ll see what I mean. The wood pieces are small, so it’s a good opportunity to use some exotic or special wood without worrying about breaking the bank.