On Fri, 24 Jan 2014 14:05:06 -0600, -MIKE- wrote:

I came to
the conclusion that the simplest, fastest, and least prone to error way
to do it was to use a drilling jig and proprietary plunge drill bit to
drill them not only after assembly, but after finishing.

You end up putting them only where you want them which make for fewer
holes, and you don't have to clean them out after finishing. The finish
on the wood actually makes for cleaner holes, too.

I find it easier before assembly, but I definitely agree with drilling
after finishing. My favorite finish is shellac with maybe a little dye
in it and I pad it on. I did it after drilling once and only once!

Finishing before assembly is a lot easier as well unless a spray gun is
used, but I don't have or want one.

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