Fig. 110. Bridle Joint.

The stock for this joint is the same, and worked the same, as the through mortise and tenon, except that the opposite parts are cut away. Gauge the same as the through mortise and tenon (Lesson 22 (Through Mortise And Tenon)). Determine the width of the gains at each side either by superposition as in Lesson 18 (Making A Halved Tee), or by measurement as in Lesson 22. This exercise is an excellent test, for if the piece is not worked to exact size and all four corners square, the inaccuracy will be likely to cause an open joint. Slip the piece together and finish the same as the through mortise and tenon (Lesson 22). Do not plane the sides or use any sandpaper to smooth the joint.

This joint is very seldom used outside of school.