First foray into inlays, but the result is not as expected

[neilferreri (Neil Ferreri Ω)]

Is “S” start depth?
Ok the male inlay, there should be a start depth that is most of your Female pocket depth.

Have you seen this post?

Inlay with Carbide Create with advanced V carv

[2] [1] The angle of the bit just depends on the detail you need. I use 60deg for most. The “Start Depth” is the amount the inlay will insert into the pocket before the design matches up. You want this to be most of your pocket depth. Glue Gap = Female Pocket Depth - Male Start Depth Saw Gap = Male Max Depth - Male Start Depth I don’t see a reason to go more than 5mm or 0.2" on a pocket depth. Glue gap isn’t as much for glue as it is for clamp force (works better when you REALLY clamp i…