You can always attempt to hijack a sweatshop to save a lot of time...

I'd rather cut lip slots by hand than use a,,, power miter ? I've driven 2 carpenters to the hospital because of that tool .. and Never cross your arms,, ever .. That thing will bite you and you won't feel a thing ..

I'm talking about a hand miter, not a power miter and am planning to make a jig so I can hand cut the slots.

Trust us..but the Band Saw...get the 100-150 dollar new benchtop model..
or hit craigslist and get something like this:
Craftsman Classic 12" Band Saw on Base

money well spent.. wether they make your plugs better than Musso's or Pinchney's.. :hihi:.. that is not up to any tool in the shop...other than you...
but.. the band saw is one of the top 3 things you need to have... ..

I know... up to you...but... you asked... and those of us that have walked this road slightly ahead of you...have answered...

I bet Musso and Pinchney would tell you the same....

buy the band saw... or save even more money..and just keep buying eels..
:D