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(-5°) Taper Rabbet Router Bit for Maloof Chairmaking – Whiteside 09-164

5 degree tapered rabbet bit that is used to cut the seat-to-leg joint on a Sam Maloof style chair. 1/2″ Shank 1″ Large Diameter 29/32″ Small Diameter 5/8″ Cut Length Also available in positive taper. Made In USA #row-1320702593 > .col > .col-inner { padding: 20px 0px 20px 0px; } #section_1368931369 { padding-top: 45px; padding-bottom: 45px; } @media (min-width:550px) { #section_1368931369 { padding-top: 65px; padding-bottom: 65px; } } @media (min-width:850px) { #section_1368931369 { padding-top: 2px; padding-bottom: 2px; } }

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$55.47 $75.99 In stock

Category: Chair Making

This Whiteside taper rabbet router bit is designed for cutting the seat-to-leg joint on a Sam Maloof style chair, a key step in traditional chairmaking. Its precise geometry helps you create the angled, tapered rabbet needed for a secure and clean joint.

  • Specifically crafted for Maloof chairmaking applications.
  • Works to form the seat-to-leg connection with accuracy.
  • Suitable for use with a router table or handheld router.
  • Made by Whiteside, a trusted name in woodworking tools.
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Customer Reviews (4.4 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Elizabeth ★★★★★

The taper geometry cuts the seat-to-leg joint cleanly on my first Maloof chair, no burning or chattering even in hard maple. I’ve used cheaper bits that wandered, but this one holds the angle true from start to finish.

Adam F. ★★★★★

The bearing rides smoothly and the cut on the seat-to-leg joint came out glassy clean on my first try, which never happens with my other bits. Took the guesswork out of that tricky Maloof angle completely.

Brian G. ★★★★★

Finally got the seat-to-leg joint dialed in on my Maloof chair, and this bit made the taper rabbet cut cleanly without any tear-out. The precise geometry saved me from fiddling with setup for hours. Exactly what I needed for traditional chairmaking.

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