Luthier Tool Review- ELEVATE Variable M&T Drilling Jig & Neck Bolt Counterbore

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Tom Sands reviews the ELEVATE Variable M&T Drilling Jig and Neck Bolt Counterbore and shows how he uses them in his shop.

Variable M&T Drilling Jig:
Ever go to join the neck and body only to find the holes in the head block don’t line up with the hardware in the tenon? That’s the exact problem the Variable M&T Drilling Jig solves. By using precision stainless steel drill guides that index into the body of the jig, this set up ensures you’re drilling in the same spot every time.

The jig body has two areas for drill guides- one for end grain tenon inserts and one for cross grain tenon inserts. So whether you use screw in inserts or barrel nuts, this jig has you covered.

Neck Bolt Counterbore:
The Neck Bolt Counterbore makes it easy to recess your bolt-on neck hardware from outside the instrument. By doing this step after the block has been glued in place, you’ll avoid the issue of misaligned holes- which leads to misaligned hardware between the body and the neck. This simple tool can save you a heap of frustration in your build process and adds a touch of class to your finished instrument.