A Slow Clock (Build) To The Past -- Can I Do This?

[masonsailor2]

I think the first time I used that technique I was doing a mantle piece in a house we were building back in the 80's. I also used it in a few cabinet applications. The nice part is you can use the template to do both sides by flipping it over and everything remains symmetrical. As far as duplicating a profile you should be able to get it right on using the proper combinations of bits. There is another version of that method which allows you fine adjustment of the template so you can use smaller profile bits like a V groove etc. Essentially take the extra 15 min and build a sliding rack for the template so you can easily slide the template forward or back for fine adjustment while keeping the alignment to the molding. Doing that you can make just about any profile you want. The advantage to that method is that router bits are far cheaper than shaper bits. I did that demo in a hurry so I did not bother building a rack. Plus keep in mind there is no need to spend too much time on the jig because you are going to make two pieces of molding and then scrap it.
Paul