Possibly because it means two glue joints per wood joint if you know what I mean. Glue joints were always a potential source of failure in the days of hide glues which is why m&ts on good quality doors, etc were always foxed (wedged). With modern adhesives actually being stronger than wood itself maybe we shouldn't be so reticent.Alf":4i1vp1w3 said:Sorry, that's not helpful. Interesting thead actually, particularly the feelings of reluctance to use loose tenons. I have the same problem, and I don't know why! In 1903 one book was declaring m&ts as old hat and how everyone uses dowels now - although that was furniture making.
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