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Blue Dog bench dog is a Fastcap workbench fitting that adds versatility whenever bench dogs are needed, so a single hole in the bench supports more setups without changing tools. The Blue Dog installs in a 2 1/2 inch hole made with a standard hole saw, which ties the product directly to a simple, repeatable layout method across multiple benches. After drilling, smoothing the top edge of the hole prepares the workbench surface so the Blue Dog can press into place until flush, keeping the working area level for material support and layout work. Once installed, the Blue Dog functions as a dedicated workbench dog point, so clamping, cutting, and assembly operations reference the same fixed location during repeat jobs. This combination of specific hole size, press-fit installation, and flush seating turns a plain workbench top into a more controlled workholding surface.
The Blue Dog bench dog uses a defined installation process that starts with drilling a 2 1/2 inch diameter hole using a hole saw, linking the product directly to a common tool already used on many jobs. Once the hole is cut, smoothing the top edge prepares the surface so the Blue Dog can press into place without catching or chipping around the opening during use. Pressing the Blue Dog into the bench until it sits flush creates a clean, level reference point that supports stock along the benchtop instead of lifting it. This flush fit keeps the work surface consistent across both open bench areas and the bench dog location, which helps when sliding panels or boards across the bench during layout, cutting, or assembly work.
The Blue Dog bench dog is described as adding exceptional versatility to a workbench whenever bench dogs are needed, so its core role is to turn a standard benchtop into a more adaptable holding platform. By relying on a 2 1/2 inch hole drilled with a hole saw, the product ties directly to solid or laminated tops that can accept this opening, allowing installers to position bench dogs at useful locations along the bench. Once the opening is drilled and the top edge is smoothed, pressing the Blue Dog into place until it is flush with the surface creates a fixed workholding point that aligns with the rest of the bench. This flush arrangement allows boards, panels, and assemblies to sit flat while still referencing off the bench dog, which matters during cutting, routing, sanding, or assembly steps that depend on a stable reference stop.
The Blue Dog bench dog uses built-in detents to provide quick, precise height adjustments for any material thickness, so the working height of the dog can be matched to the actual stock on the bench. These detents create defined positions rather than vague friction settings, which supports repeatable setups when running similar parts or returning to a known height for a regular job. Adjusting the dog height to match the workpiece thickness helps the bench dog engage the material properly without lifting it excessively or leaving it under-supported. The integrated turntable feature adds another layer of flexibility by allowing the Blue Dog to rotate within its mounted position, which can help pivot jigs, stops, or fixtures referenced to the bench dog without relocating the hole. This combination of detented height control and turntable rotation turns the Blue Dog into a small adjustment system inside the benchtop, helping users repeat their preferred setups across different projects that still share the same bench location.
The Blue Dog bench dog is designed for workbenches where bench dogs are needed, turning a standard benchtop into a more versatile holding and reference surface for woodworking projects.
The Blue Dog bench dog installs in a 2 1/2 inch hole drilled with a hole saw, so bench preparation focuses on accurately cutting that specific diameter.
The Blue Dog bench dog is pressed into the prepared 2 1/2 inch hole until it sits flush with the workbench surface, creating a level reference point for material support.
The Blue Dog bench dog uses built-in detents to change its height, allowing quick, precise adjustments so the dog height can match various material thicknesses on the bench.
The Blue Dog bench dog has an integrated turntable feature that allows rotation, giving added flexibility when orienting workpieces or fixtures around the bench dog position.
Smoothing the top edge of the 2 1/2 inch hole prepares the bench surface so the Blue Dog bench dog can press in cleanly and sit flush without rough edges interfering.
The Blue Dog bench dog from Fastcap is built to add exceptional versatility whenever a workbench relies on bench dogs, tying a simple 2 1/2 inch hole to a more capable holding point. Its installation process centers on drilling with a hole saw, smoothing the top edge, and pressing the unit into place until it sits flush, so the working surface stays level while still gaining a fixed reference position. Once mounted, the built-in detents support quick, precise height adjustments for any material thickness, and the integrated turntable feature adds flexibility for orienting work around the same bench location. For shops that depend on a repeatable bench layout, choosing this Blue Dog bench dog helps turn a single bench opening into an adjustable, rotational workholding station.