Router joinery tear out is common and frustrating, but it doesn't have to get in your way. Over our 40 years of making high quality router joinery jigs Leigh Tools has learned some effective strategies to reduce tear out, and we've created this video to share those tips to help you get the most out of your time in the woodshop.

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0:00 Intro
0:21 Why Tear Out Happens
0:59 Tip 1 - Bit Selection & Maintenance
1:48 Tip 2 - End Grain Only
2:06 Tip 3 - Garbage In, Garbage Out
3:03 Tip 4 - Backer Boards
3:45 Tip 5 - Climb Cutting
5:10 Tip 6 - Scribe Your Boards
5:45 Outro