The Miller Dowel carpentry system is an ingenious and easy way to securely connect wooden parts together. The system uses a graduated drill and anchors that create and build better and stronger joints with less effort. Simply drill a pilot hole with the patented high speed steel step drill (HSS), apply glue to the ribs on the dowel and drive the dowel home to contract the joint. The design of the step dowel reduces the amount of glue that is squeezed off while driving the dowel home, creating a stronger adhesive bond. Once the glue has dried, the exposed dowel is trimmed and sanded for a strong and attractive joint. Miller dowels can create joints in a variety of woodworking projects. Step anchors have a shear strength similar to screws or nails. Miller dowels are a suitable alternative to mortise and tapping, loose crucibles, traditional blind or through dowel or biscuit joints that require less set up and specialized machinery. Miller anchors come in 3 sizes 2 x for up to 1 1/2 inch thick, 1 for up to 1 inch thick and mini for stock up to 3/4 inch thick. Dowels are available in birch, maple, oak and walnut to match or contrast any project. Starter kits are available in every size and include a bit with a selection of properly sized dowels. Dowels are available in packs of 40 and 100. Replacement step drill bits can be purchased separately.