A superior and innovative dovetail work-holding system designed to simplify lean manufacturing processes. The work-holding system has two proven concepts: pin and hole for consistent, positive location; the dovetail cut for exceptional gripping strength. It was designed to solve the following difficulties: Part stability and security when in the cut Dimensional repeatability Reducing raw material requirements for work-holding purposes Improving workpiece accessibility Standardizing work holding, thereby greatly reducing dedicated tooling and fixture costs Providing the ability to run large or multiple work-pieces on the same fixture