I know nothing about scroll saws. Is this a good brand. How is it rated?
1658702
I use it quite often and am very satisfied. Let the saw do the work and do not force it. It has become a very good asset In my tool inventory.
1658703
You can spend less than $100 to over $2,000 for a scroll saw. Unless you intend to use it a lot or need to perform find detailed work, this machine is a good one. I use mine to make puzzles for grandkids and it works fine. I will take some time to become good using any scroll saw. In answer to your question, I think this machine and price is a good one, for my use.
1658704
There are more expensive ones, but this one has done an adequate job for me. I used it to cut out individual 6" letters from 3/4" wood for all of our grandchildren (their names) and it worked fine.
1658705
it was a good buy if you are not needing to frequently change the blade or wanting to do the fretwork stuff where you first drill a hole for the blade. it is extremely difficult to change the blades when using blades without the T -prongs on the end. you need to use a hex wrench and also need to blindly fit the bottom of the blade into the machine. very frustrating.
1658706
This is a good machine, I have one and it works good, the added light is a plus. In the past I have had other Scroll Saws and this one is much better in its price range.
1681018
i am probably not the one to ask about this saw. i really don't care for it and have since purchased an alternate unit. my problem with saw is different from yours, but still ends in the same result of an unsatisfied customer. good luck
1884878
I don't have any idea why the poor reviews on the HD site. I really like mine. I've used it to break down cabinet grade ply wood. I got as good an edge as I would have on my table saw. I've used it to get a true edge on some 5/4 rough heart pine. it cut beautifully. I see a number of the HD reviews are complaining about the track. It seems like several of the reviewers did not realize there are some adjustments to make sure that the saw is tight in the track. As far as shipping, mine shipped from Amazon and it was well packaged. No problem with the track. I don't have experience with other track saws, but I can't imagine them being significantly better than my Makita.
901030
Matt I've been using it to cut Birch plywood and it seems fine but bogs down a bit. I think its the blade it came with because many people have said its poor quality. I'm planning to get a new one and see how it goes. Make sure to make a score cut on veneer plywood to avoid chip-out though. Also the track is in two sections and tends to move at the connection. Check your measurements well on long cuts. If I had the money for the name brand saws I would have bought one but I went in 50/50 with my father in law on this one. Don't get me wrong its good but you have to work within its limitations. Matt I've been using it to cut Birch plywood and it seems fine but bogs down a bit. I think its the blade it came with because many people have said its poor quality. I'm planning to get a new one and see how it goes. Make sure to make a score cut on veneer plywood to avoid chip-out though. Also the track is in two sections and tends to move at the connection. Check your measurements well on long cuts. If I had the money for the name brand saws I would have bought one but I went in 50/50 with my father in law on this one. Don't get me wrong its good but you have to work within its limitations.
2258672
I have taught wood working with both the Delta 40-694 and the Dewalt DW788 scroll saws. Both saws are set up for plain end blades and the Flying Dutchman blades will serve you well if they are used at the correct speed in the correct thickness of wood. If you are new to the woodworking experience, a bit of experimentation will go a long way towards finding out what works and what does not. One can also carefully punch out the pins of a pin end blade and use it in a pinless scroll saw chuck. A great way to use up old blades that had pins.
1051951
I think it will do fine but get add'l blade for back up. This is a small job saw. If you're doing big project rent a bigger ones.
1303814
I agree with Gordon...the saw I purchased went together perfect and the performance was as well. Only thing I can think of is that it was damaged at manufacture or while being shipped. What size tile are you working with and how far out is the cut?. You might call Bosch and see what info they have for you. I am very pleased with the saw, it is built very well..only thing I thought was unnecessary is the plastic splatter guards, useless and only get in the way. Also....for those of you who don't like the available stands for this saw I have an option. I also purchased the Bosch Easy Up and with some inistrute, metric bolts made one killer saw/ stand combo.
1553144
I like it and I use the gauge to file the teeth on my saw chain. I took a bit to get use to it but now that I have mastered it, I am happy with it. I have not used it to file the rakers mainly because it does not work well for that or I don't understand how??? In my opinion the use for the teeth is a good deal. I don't like free hand filing and I have use several other jigs and gauges. They all work fairly well but for the cost this one is a good deal in my opinion. You should know I am not a professional sawyer but I have made money running a chainsaw doing precommercial thinning, slashing and building fire line on active fires including falling snags so I do have some experience. Good luck!
1790967
it is "rated" for that, but mine burnt out out with only occasional continuous run in a small woodshop. I ended up getting the bigger wheelbarrow model and it's run perfectly for a couple years now.
552835
I use my saw to build furniture . It is a fine tool , great finish , smooth , no chatter . I replaced another saw with the Makita . The old saw was a Delta , a good saw , but used it for years , building decks and misc things , it was worn out . I love the Makita .
1042313
This is a great saw, a real workhorse. I am not familiar with the Skill77, but if your only consideration is weight, maybe you would be better off with a lighter cheaper option. I personally did not think this saw was heavy; it was about the same as my old Millers Falls 6 3/4 inch and way more comfortable and efficient. I wish I had a left hand blade years ago.
540390
Sorry, for the late answer. I don't can help you. I sold the saw. Because the saw was not what I want. The Tracks are not really good. When you need the saw for business, the saw is not good enough. I buy a different brand, and I'm happy. But off course the new saw was more than the on double price. For hobby is this a good saw for a good price, but not for more.
741060
Saw works great, no cutting issues. With all of them it is important no to over use blade. A worn blade will wander.
1098747
I like the angle finder, but it isn't worth 160 if you don't do a lot of that kind of work. I happen to love the saw and don't think it is cheaply made or overpriced. You get what you pay for. I like doing quality work and I get that with this saw.
1537374
Call Oregon, they'll be glad to help. That's what I did to make sure I got the right one for my saw. It's a great system, although initially a little expensive. I've been using it for a few weeks and it's worth the money. A 5 or 10 second touch up and the chain stays sharp. And that's cutting really well seasoned (standing dead) oak which can dull a chain fast.
1915154
I agree with high speed good blade for clean cut. I like thin kerf marathon blade. It's a question with many variables...I'm a cabinet maker/finish carpenter. Maybe a little more torque for heavy beam cuts could be nice. But my Skil saw keeps me happy everywhere I go...
658020
I haven't used that saw, but I've heard good things about it too. I watched a comparison of many folding saws competing on the same log, and the Laplander consistently outperformed the others. My experience has been very positive. My wife even starting batoning with the saw blade (she saw me baton with a knife) and I quickly asked her to stop when I made it back to camp. I thought the blade would be destroyed, but it was fine. Hope that helps.