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PORTER-CABLE 4216 Dovetail Jig, Super Jig

One caveat, setup time is longer than simpler single-purpose jigs.

✎ PickHonest Research Desk▦ Updated October 15, 2026◷ 3 min read

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PORTER-CABLE 4216 Dovetail Jig, Super Jig
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PORTER-CABLE 4216 Dovetail Jig, Super Jig

Porter-Cable

One caveat, setup time is longer than simpler single-purpose jigs.

  • Through and half-blind dovetails
  • Box joints
  • 12-inch capacity
  • Multiple templates

Pros

  • Covers through dovetails, half-blind dovetails, and box joints in one jig -- the most versatile
  • 12-inch capacity handles standard drawer box and case side widths
  • Porter-Cable 4216 is the most commonly recommended production dovetail jig by cabinet makers
  • Solid aluminum construction -- withstands daily production use

Cons

  • Setup time is longer than simpler single-purpose jigs
  • Requires the correct router bits -- sold separately
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