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    New saw (been a while)

    Since losing my previous saw to a fire some time ago, (AWFS 18) Scrolling hasn't been a priority, but I've come across this from Axminster. Given to me by someone unable to scroll anymore due to ill health https://www.axminster.co.uk/axminster-c ... saw-105249 Anyone used one, any upgrades which...
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    Exterior door numbers

    Hi all, made some hardwood house numbers (simple cross section of log and engraved number) what's the best weather proof finish to show grain off
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    Which Scroll saw £100

    Hi all A friend asked me for some advice on a basic scroll saw but their budget is £100. I did go though the motions of you get what you pay for etc etc etc but all they are going to use it for is cutting intricate shapes for jewellery out of wood and small shapes with name in them. They wont...
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    Anyone use a Bandsaw

    Hi all Anyone use a band saw for wood/log prep/sizing prior to scrolling. Looking at a 3 http://www.recordpower.co.uk/product/pr ... 6SKZLgrLIU http://www.recordpower.co.uk/product/pr ... 6SLW7grLIU http://www.axminster.co.uk/axminster-ho ... saw-508205
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    Dremel router attachment

    Hi I have a dremel and wonder if the router attachment is any good. Only going to be used for small detail,writing signs,names nothing big. Or would a dedicated palm router be better. Seen a black n decker for £50
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    HELP Need a new replacement Scroll saw but tight budget

    Hi all Been a while since I've been on the site but had a fire and lost all my tools about a year ago. So I'm in need of a new scroll saw to replace my AWFS18 but my budget is £100 :cry: So whats out there guys give me some hope, what do you recommend AWFS16...
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    Need a band saw

    Looking at the Axminster HBS250N and Record BS250 Band saws. Need one to cut shapes in soft and hardwoods of various thicknesses. Cut lengths of wood to size so to make mirrors, tables etc but of course have a limited budget. Need a motor with plenty of grunt, and these 2 appear to be at the...
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    De greasing blades

    Hi all Recently had problems with Blades slipping/coming out of the blade clamps (gives a hell of to shock to the system when it happens lol ) Anyone have any ideas on best way of de greasing the blades??
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    Saw bed needs cleaning

    Hi all Been out of action recently and noticed my saw bed getting rusty and other bits of cr@p collecting on it. I'm led to believe their is a paste you can buy to clean it????
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    Holes for tea lights in softwood end grain

    Hi all I've got some branches (soft wood leylandii), which I've cut down to around 3" in length, and attempted to cut a hole in the top with a forstner saw tooth bit 40mm. So to make a tea light holder. But it only manages to take out around 3mm then just stops cutting through. (would make a...
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    camping pod plan

    Hi all not sure if this is the right forum but my brother was going to buy one of these camping pod things for his backgarden so we all could come and visit etc (very small house and lives along way away) but I thought I could try and build one for a fraction of the price. On the off chance does...
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    Beginer wood carver tools (small relief work)

    Hi all I'm looking to have a go at wood carving, such things as wood spirits/relief work, Looking through You tube, carvers appear to use 4/5 tools. A couple of knives (roughing and detail knife) and 2/3 palm chisels (gouge, v chisel) Anyone offer any advice on this and sizes of chisels...
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    Woodcarving tools/sets

    Hi all, I'm looking to have a try at woodcarving but unsure what individual tools/set to buy for a novice. I'm looking to start carving wood spirits/relief work. Any advice wood be greatly appreciated Rob
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    Variable speed operation

    Hi all Can anyone throw any light on the variable speed operation on scroll saws. Such as what thickness/type of wood would you alter the speed to slower/faster speeds and what applications you would alter the speed. Mine goes from 400-1400 cuts per minute
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    Finishing advice

    Hi Guys Looking for some advice on finishes, Any used the scroll sanders from Olson?? http://www.woodworkscraftsupplies.co.uk ... cts_id=710 Also when applying oil to finished work how do you get a good finish in the fiddly small tight areas of internal cuts??
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    £250 bandsaw??? options

    Hi all I've £250 to spend on a bandsaw and wonder what you all reccomend?? Looking for maximum cutting depth possible for this price. A few options below http://www.recordpower.co.uk/product/premium-10-bandsaw http://www.axminster.co.uk/axminster-ho ... 0n-bandsaw...
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    Christmas decorations

    Hi all Been busy knocking a few of these out just need a light sand etc. Saw is doing well and a hell of a lot easier since I put some quick clamping handles on for changing blades. (thanks claymore) http://www.wdsltd.co.uk/product/3606/cl ... y-wds-8189 DSCN0405 by gallowayphantom, on Flickr...
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    When is a blade blunt???

    Hi all, now this is a stupid question :oops: How can you tell when a blade is done or just the grain causing it difficult to feed (if you know what I mean) ](*,)
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    Project ideas

    Hi all looking for some inspiration. Found this left over after the harvesters destroyed the forest, its w 22" (bottom) d 17", 2.5" - 4" thick at the bottom graduating to 1" at the top. Tends to scream clock to me with some nice scroll work SAM_1969 by gallowayphantom, on Flickr SAM_1968 by...
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    Project Ideas

    Hi all looking for some inspiration. Found this left over after the harvesters destroyed the forest, its w 22" (bottom) d 17", 2.5" - 4" thick at the bottom graduating to 1" at the top. Tends to scream clock to me SAM_1969 by gallowayphantom, on Flickr SAM_1968 by gallowayphantom, on Flickr
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