February 6, 2012
America's Premier Dovetail Drawer Company
Company > History
Company History
Western Dovetail Inc.
is family owned
and operated and offers
A heritage of craftsmanship
    Western Dovetail was founded 1993 by Maxfield Hunter, the president and CEO, with support from his father George Hunter, and his brother, Josh Hunter. Max and Josh both learned woodworking at an early age from their father, George, who has contributed a lifetime of woodworking knowledge and experience to the company.
    George has an extensive background in architecture, model-making, graphic design, fine art and woodworking. He began his woodworking career in 1975 making custom craftsman style furniture and later continued making high-end custom millwork and cabinetry. George has always insisted on perfection from his two sons and still participates in the company and helps in various ways. Max and Josh spent many years learning everything they could about cabinetry, furniture and millwork before starting the drawer business.
    George, Max, and Josh have worked together to create their American Dream. They have stuck together as a family and raised a business from the ground up for over fifteen years.
    Max has taken after his father in the graphic arts and advertising to define the image of the company, manage the sales and design new products while also managing the business. Constant innovation keeps this company ahead of the curve.
    Josh has taken on the mechanical aspects of the company and is constantly building, purchasing and modifying equipment for each specific operation. Josh contributes to the business aspects as well as production management and keeps the company running efficiently while maintaining high quality standards. At Western Dovetail, every tool in the shop is dedicated to a unique process, which ensures safe, accurate and consistent product day after day.




Western Dovetail Incorporated operates at 100 year old location.
The "Jointers Shop" at Mare Island has a long history of woodworking. Much of the original milling equipment is still in use, including the central dust collection. This historic facility allows the company to stock more materials, reduce lead-time and offer more options, while maintaining all operations in-house. Western Dovetail is now prepared to meet the growing demand for their products without sacrificing quality.



Western Dovetail Ships Directly to the Customer
Completely assembled and finished drawers are shipped from Western Dovetail to any destination in the USA. Most orders ship in 5 to 7 days. Local orders can also be delivered in the company vehicle. Delivery is available for most shops in the Bay Area. Other California destinations are shipped overnight and arrive the next day. Shipments outside of California are sent via common carrier or UPS at the best possible rate.



Outsourcing dovetail drawers offers many advantages for the high-end cabinet shop.
For over 15 years, Western Dovetail has consistently delivered completely assembled and finished dovetail drawers to the finest cabinet shops in America while offering:
  • Expert advice
  • More options
  • More Species
  • Constant Improvements
 This gives your business:
  • Reduced labor costs
  • Reduced down time
  • More Space
  • Less Maintenance
  • Fixed drawer costs
  • Guaranteed accuracy
  • Reduced inventory
  • Increased capacity
  • less special equipment
  • Consistent product
  • Fixed completion dates
  • Increased profit


Drawer Tip
Consider purchasing all of your drawer slides with your drawers to ensure that your drawers and hardware are compatible. Most major brands of drawer slides are in stock and can ship with your drawers without adding costs to pallet freight.