Anyone tried the new JessEm Zip Slot Mortising Mill ?

[Ken Milhinch]

Woodworkers Guild have a review on their site. JessEm have details on theirs under "new products". Looks pretty good to me, and a damn sight cheaper than a Domino.:D

[John Lucas]

It is pretty easy to use, once setup. Their instructions are poor at best. The quality of the device is outstanding. I find the brass adjustment knobs look like they would be great to use, but I found that vibrations loosened them and that you had to use pliers to really tighten them -- now it is harder to make quick adjustments. A hand drill is your power so I did use a corded drill. I tried battery but they just couldnt put out the rpm. It has an exhaust port and you must use it. Chips will clog the joint if yo dont.
Here is a quick review: http://www.woodshopdemos.com/jess-zip-1.htm

http://www.woodshopdemos.com/jess-z11.jpg

[Ken Milhinch]

Thanks John. I have learned that Woodcraft sell them, so I might just take the plunge.