Let’s see, the former Leigh FMT (Frame Mortise & Tenon Jig) is now the Leigh FMT Pro, and the new “low-cost” version is the Leigh Super FMT, shown above. The $849.99 (from Highland Woodworking, router not incluced) FMT Pro, shown below, uses aluminum extrusions, while the $399.99 (also from Highland Woodworking, router still not included) Super uses CNC punched steel plate. Both versions claim to do “over 70 standard joints,” handle a large variety of routers, and have similar accessories. The FMT Pro has built-in dust collection with two adapters, but the Super FMT requires an optional two-adapter vacuum box.
Is this worth it if you do a lot of mortises and tenons? Have any Toolmongers used either one of these? Are there reasonable alternatives?
Leigh Super FMT [Manufacturer's Site]
Leigh FMT Pro [Manufacturer's Site]
Leigh Jig Comparison [pdf]
Leigh FMT Via Amazon [What’s This?]