to the “X” brace layout. I set a piece of 1
by 2 on one brace outline so the tool can
be butted against something solid. Once
set the wing nut gets tightened. Since the
angles are complimentary you only need
to do this once.
mark and secure the brace with a small
clamp. The razor saw is accurately
positioned along the angle gage, which
aids keeping the blade perpendicular.
leg is about 2X10 inches. The lower
leg has two risers epoxied to the edges
they need to be about 11/16” tall.
leg reveals the two cross stabilizers.
You can also see that the ¼” carriage
bolt is glued in place.
material glued along the edge to act as
a stabilizer for the razor saw.
the bottom of the upper leg to keep the
whole unit level with the work surface.
braces along the bottom leg using the upper leg to pin point the cut location. Note
that I am left handed --- so perhaps some would find the fixture easier to use if it
were reversed? In any event I am now able to go from layout to layout and cut
perfect squeaky tight “X” brace lap joints in a minute or two.
