Oval peg holes are cut into the tenon to allow for natural expansion and to avoid stress cracks.

 

 
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This table was designed with a through-tenon joint to create a bracket under the overhang.
This is a 6" breadboard end in white oak
The breadboard tenons get hand planed to fit.
This is a completed standard table,  without add-ons, prior to finish.
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