General Tools 861 12-Inch Dovetail Jig Kit

Inch: General Tools 861 is a hand-powered dovetail jig kit for woodworking and cabinet projects. Its integrated clamping design is described as accommodating different board widths, and the stated kit includes a 14-degree dovetail router bit. Customer feedback is mixed on setup, joint results, build quality, and durability, so it may suit small projects best for buyers prepared to spend time on adjustment.

At a glance

Integrated clamping design is stated to accommodate any board width.
The listing describes making half-blind, through, and box joints.
The claimed kit includes a 14-degree, 1/2-inch dovetail router bit for use with a hand table or table router.
Manufacturer copy says the jig does not need to be bolted to a workbench.

Price

$46.48Save 38%

Reference price: ~~$74.99~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The included router bit means the listed kit is not just the jig alone.
The claimed joint options support more than one common dovetail style.
An integrated clamp is intended to simplify securing the jig to a workpiece.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Identity
Brand	General Tools

Power and battery
Power configuration	Hand Powered

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	12 x 3 x 3 inches
Weight listed	2.94 pounds

Materials and protection
Material listed	Aluminum

Design and use
Template length	12"
Clamp design	integrated clamping design accommodates any board width
Stated joint types	half-blind or through dovetail joints, including box joints

What to know before buying

Customer feedback reports difficult setup and mixed joint tightness, build quality, and bit-bearing durability. Allow time to tune the setup and inspect the bit during use.

What’s in the box

Included

1 General Tools 861 dovetail jig
1 14-degree, 1/2-inch dovetail router bit

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Woodworkers making small furniture, cabinet, or repair projects who want a jig for several dovetail and box-joint styles.
Beginners or intermediate users willing to work through setup and adjustment.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a jig with consistently straightforward setup or assured joint fit without adjustment.
Users seeking documented durability assurances for the included router bit.

General Tools 861 12-Inch Dovetail Jig Kit · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.2 / 5 · 1,786 ratings

5 stars62%62%
4 stars16%16%
3 stars10%10%
2 stars4%4%
1 star8%8%

Customer feedback highlights ease of use and versatility for small projects, including for beginners and intermediate woodworkers, but also reports difficult setup, mixed joint fit and build quality, and concerns about the bit bearing's durability. The jig's stated adjustable clamping and several joint styles may be useful for varied work, but they do not eliminate the reported need for setup or ensure tight joints. Aggregate ratings lean positive overall, while the lower ratings indicate that experiences are not uniform.