Stapled or Dove Tail

[Curtis and Donna]

I am wagon master and just got back from SOB 5 day rally in Kerrville, TX. While there I saw a new unit (SOB) and noticed what use to be dove tail joints (our current rig) are now stapled.

Stopped by a dealer and saw my first 2018 3270rs Bighorn. I see they also are using staples in place of dove tail. Were the drawers at one time dove tail? What happened to "Amish Craftsmanship"?

Going tomorrow to look at a 3160el. This could be the one!

 

[kab449]

Hi Curtis:
My 2017 3160EL has all stapled drawers. They are pretty solid though.
Did you look at the 3160EL you mentioned? We really like the floorplan. The laundry/Pantry closet in the kitchen is a feature we like a lot.

 

[SNOKING]

I am wagon master and just got back from SOB 5 day rally in Kerrville, TX. While there I saw a new unit (SOB) and noticed what use to be dove tail joints (our current rig) are now stapled.

Stopped by a dealer and saw my first 2018 3270rs Bighorn. I see they also are using staples in place of dove tail. Were the drawers at one time dove tail? What happened to "Amish Craftsmanship"?

Going tomorrow to look at a 3160el. This could be the one!

We really like the butlers pantry area in the front of the kitchen in our BH3575el. Take a peak at that model also if they have one. Chris

 

[Gary521]

I could be mistaken but they are probably stapled by Amish. Actually, mine have held up well.

 

[JohnDar]

I can say for a fact that the 2009 BH3670 did not have dovetailed drawer boxes. But none of mine have failed, either. Properly glued and stapled, the joints should hold up.

 

[Curtis and Donna]

You know the BH as a whole really seems to be a step above. It is hard to look at this price point and get excited, but HL BH has got it goin on with all their FPs.

We are pricing out a 3160 and have our current rig for sale. Anyone looking for a nice Open Range?

 

[BigGuy82]

I am wagon master and just got back from SOB 5 day rally in Kerrville, TX. While there I saw a new unit (SOB) and noticed what use to be dove tail joints (our current rig) are now stapled.

Stopped by a dealer and saw my first 2018 3270rs Bighorn. I see they also are using staples in place of dove tail. Were the drawers at one time dove tail? What happened to "Amish Craftsmanship"?

Going tomorrow to look at a 3160el. This could be the one!

I'm sure the Amish craftsmen used non-electric staplers and placed the staples squarely and tightly while perfectly aligning all drawer parts.

On a serious note, do the drawers look good? Seem sturdy? Craftsmanship can be evident regardless of the construction method. If the stapled parts start to pull apart a little, a dab of wood glue will make them tough as nails.

Good luck on selecting your new rig.


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