I have a Dowelmax and am in the process of designing/planning for a small Roubo-style bench made of fir. Would it be crazy to make the joints on the stretchers or even fastening the legs to the top with a load of dowels vs mortise/tenons? Since I am a beginner, I could use the experience with M&T work, but seems like the dowels could make a strong joint and go quicker.
TIA for any advice.
Chris