Q: What is a drawbore pin used for?
These stainless-steel drawbore pins test-fit a drawbored mortise-and-tenon joint before final glue-up, the tapered shaft acting as a wedge that draws the offset peg holes into alignment.
15K0101 - 10 1/2" Drawbore Pin for 1/4" Pegs
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Drawboring is a joinery technique that produces strong, durable joints without need for glue or clamps. The key to making a tight joint this way is to offset the peg holes by 1/16" to 3/32" between the mortise and tenon, so as a wooden peg is inserted, the joint is drawn together. Ensuring proper alignment before final assembly can be tricky. This is where a drawbore pin is useful. Its tapered shaft acts as a wedge, drawing the joint together just as a wooden peg would, allowing a test fit prior to assembly. It also partially aligns the offset holes, helping clear the way for the wooden peg that will ultimately secure the joint.
The pins are available in two sizes for working with common peg diameters. For use with 1/4" diameter pegs, the 10 1/2" long overall pin has a 6 3/8" shaft that tapers to a point from a 5/16" diameter base. The 12" long overall pin with a 7 7/8" shaft is for use with 3/8" diameter pegs and tapers to a point from a 7/16" diameter base. Both turned stainless-steel shafts run the length of the tool. The octagonal hardwood handles are epoxied in place for strength.
Made in Canada.
These stainless-steel drawbore pins test-fit a drawbored mortise-and-tenon joint before final glue-up, the tapered shaft acting as a wedge that draws the offset peg holes into alignment.
Offsetting the holes by 1/16" to 3/32" between the mortise and tenon means a wooden peg draws the joint tight as it's driven in, without needing glue or clamps.
Match the pin to your peg diameter: choose the 10 1/2" pin for 1/4" pegs, or the 12" pin for 3/8" pegs, so the tapered shaft fits the offset hole correctly.
No, it only test-fits the joint; the tapered shaft partially aligns the offset holes and clears the way, but a wooden peg is still needed to secure the joint permanently.
| Materials | Turned stainless steel shaft; hardwood handle |
| Dimensions | 10 1/2" overall length (6 3/8" shaft, tapers from 5/16" base) for 1/4" pegs; 12" overall length (7 7/8" shaft, tapers from 7/16" base) for 3/8" pegs |
| Compatibility | Fits 1/4" or 3/8" diameter dowel pegs |
| Includes | Drawbore pin |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Stainless-Steel Drawbore Pins
Drawboring is a joinery technique that produces strong, durable joints without need for glue or clamps. The key to making a tight joint this way is to offset the peg holes by 1/16" to 3/32" between the mortise and tenon, so as a wooden peg is inserted, the joint is drawn together. Ensuring proper alignment before final assembly can be tricky. This is where a drawbore pin is useful. Its tapered shaft acts as a wedge, drawing the joint together just as a wooden peg would, allowing a test fit prior to assembly. It also partially aligns the offset holes, helping clear the way for the wooden peg that will ultimately secure the joint.
The pins are available in two sizes for working with common peg diameters. For use with 1/4" diameter pegs, the 10 1/2" long overall pin has a 6 3/8" shaft that tapers to a point from a 5/16" diameter base. The 12" long overall pin with a 7 7/8" shaft is for use with 3/8" diameter pegs and tapers to a point from a 7/16" diameter base. Both turned stainless-steel shafts run the length of the tool. The octagonal hardwood handles are epoxied in place for strength.
Made in Canada.
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