Bridle Joints

Bridle joints is mostly used as a framing joint. It is sometimes used in timber framing and can be slightly modified to be a pivoting or angle joint. It's also used in furniture building as a decorative joint.

For the most part it's not the prefered joint in large or small projects due to the difficulty of obtaining a tight joint with flush surfaces on both sides. This is especially a problem when working away from the shop. Cutting consistantly good fitting bridle joints in the field requires skill with hand tools that can best be achieved with a lot of experience.

Some Ways to Cut Bridle Joints

Heavy-Duty Tenoning Jig
Straight, angled or mitered tenons - this jig makes cutting bridle joints a snap! Heavy-Duty Tenoning Jig

Crosscut Saw
Blade has a 9-1/2'' cutting edge and is 0.5mm thick. Crosscut Saw

Tenon Cutting Router Bit

If you prefer using a router and table to cut tenons then this is the fastest router bit to use. The spacers and shims can be stacked in a variety of configurations to permit the user to fine-tune the gap between the cutters until it exactly matches the tenon size needed. Up to 1-1/16" long.

Tenon Cutting Router Bit

The General International 50-050 is a Tenoning Jig For Table Saws. This heavy duty, cast iron tenoning jig allows you to make fast, easy and precise adjustments on your table saw, resulting in professional quality.

General International 50-050 Tenoning Jig For Table Saws

Delta 14-651 Industrial Mortiser Kit

Features:

_ Easy and open access to drill chuck for bit changing
_ Adjustable depth stop
_ Chuck key/hex wrench for bit and chisel changing
_ Large cast-iron base with center through hole
_ Adjustable rack and pinion fence and rack and pinion head raising and lowering
_ Mortising head column can be turned 180 degrees and remounted for off-table mortising
_ Adjustable dovetail way on mortising head
_ Tool and chisel tray
_ Gas-filled head stabilizer
_ Height attachment adds 1 3/4-Inch of capacity under head
_ Multi-position feed lever

More Woodworking Joints

Biscuit Joints
Bridle Joints
Box Joints
Butt Joints
Dado Joints
Dovetail Joints
Dowel Joints
Finger Joints
Miter Joints
Mortise and Tenon Joints
Pocket Hole Joints
Rabbet Joints
Scarf Joints
Spline Joints
Tongue and Groove Joints

Joinery Tips and Techniques

Woodsmith Box Joint Jig DVD
Tap into a wealth of tips and techniques on how to cut perfect box joints quickly and easily! Covering everything from stock preparation to table saw applications, this detailed DVD shows you how to get the most from your Woodsmith Box Joint Jig. Woodsmith Box Joint Jig DVD

Woodworker's Guide to Joinery, Book

The longevity of every project is determined by the strength of its joints. This book, part of the Back to Basics series, gives clear, detailed instructions on joinery fundamentals: miter, lap and groove, mortise and tenon, dovetail joints and more. Hundreds of full - color photographs and illustrations guide you through. Whether using hand tools or power tools, you'll get plain-spoken advice on how to make your joinery stand the test of time. 192 pages.

Woodworker's Guide to Joinery, Book

The Pocket Hole Drilling Jig Book
Learn how to use this time-saving tool to create durable joints without clamps or special fasteners in a range of stunning furniture projects. The Pocket Hole Drilling Jig Book