Scrappile

Thanks for the info, I know I will never need one. But, interesting. I kind of like the magnetic top cover idea. You know how easy the top of an Ex scratches, I assume the Seyco will be the same. This would at least cover the scratches up, but I wonder how long it will last. Can you have zero clearance with it? Could it be cut to fit the Ex? I think the removing the tilting table mechanism is not a good thing, I like to be able to turn a knob to get to the degree I want instead of playing with pushing. I say that although I have only used mine once on my Ex. So why grip. I would only use it if I get into inlay, which I plan on, but that is a minor angle to worry about. The angle gauge, to me is a gag, unless it is very easy to remove so it could be used on other machines. I already have one, don't need another. Should be an option, in my opinion. The larger table will be a great plus to new buyers for sure, I have gotten very use to the Ex and don't really see a need for bigger, however, I remember it was one of my complaints before I got use to it. I us my Hegner now more than the Ex and the Hegner has a small table. The Ex table seems huge when I move back to it. You get use to what you get use to. I say Thanks to Seyco, in reality they did not let the Ex die, they made their version of it. Probably they have a much better understanding on what customers want than me. I wish them all the success.

Dave you are way to modest. Everything you put out is top notch.. That is a great looking piece and another one to add to my list. I hope I live to at least 105 to get things done. As for time, I'd leave at 5:00. If you decide to add a battery leave it on the side. I wonder if there is a clock with only 5 on it for every hour. That would be even better... Very nice job, Dave.

Good job. I like them.

Got some from JoAnn's. I have only used it a couple times so nothing to compare it to. But what I had worked well.

Top notch scrolling job on a great pattern.

Well done for sure. I like that pattern and will use it myself one of these days.

John is correct. Two types are toggle on and off and the deadman where you keep you foot on the pedal to keep it running. That is the kind I prefer but I don't scroll standing. I do adjust speed fairly often when doing delicate fret work pictures. There are places I need to go slow and then speed back up. It would be nice to be able to do that with foot control like you can do with a sewing machine, but I would never try it with any pedal unless it was specifically designed for the saw. I like my saws too much.

Some mighty fine work right there. I certainly can not find anything lacking in the inlay. Nice quilt plaque also. I have been assigned to make several of those for Christmas gifts for my wife's quilting friends.

I agree with "Turner". Do you really know those are original? Anyway, I would at least keep the old grips handy so if he sells the pistol, the buyer will have a choice.

Well, I can see where it would be a nice feature, to be able to control the speed with a foot pedal, but I have never seen one that does. I don't understand how it would work with a VS saw. Would you disconnect the VS control switch on the saw or turn it to full speed and hook the foot switch after it some how?? I mean, John, there is actually no need for a foot switch, there is an on and off switch on a saw also. Anyway, unless it is specific to my saws,,, I would not think of trying it. Motors are expensive. Dave, is you switch a "dead man' which the you have to keep you foot on to run your saw, lift you foot off and it quits? Or the toggle on and off type that step on turn it on, step on again turn it off? I would think the latter would work best for standing.

Pretty neat. and a unique idea using liquid glass.

Holy cow, glad you caught it. That could have been a disaster.

If I could do it I'd go just for the coin... well to meet you also....

So nice! Another thing I would like to try

Welcome to the forum. Glad to have you here.

Glad to have you back in the mix, Kevin. This place is just not the same when you are gone.

I always thoroughly enjoy seeing your puzzles. They are all art pieces. Wonderful scrolling. Thanks for showing them.

Come, on! I never deviate, I stay exactly on the line and go strictly by the pattern. I also cut out every teeny tiny little black area..... If a little piece breaks, I start over with new wood, new pattern.... "and that's the truth!". Anyone that can tell me who I quoted there is an old goat like me. I also lie....

Oh, that will sell for sure. Great one.

The old old picture.... Great job! I didn't know he had that pattern.

Very nice job, but don't ever feel you bore us with vinyl, I for one love seeing them.

Dave, they are a little challenging but very doable and very very fun. KarlS, is building them also and we have been messaging back and forth helping and supporting each other which makes it even more fun. I found cutting the parts, including the gears, much easier than I anticipated. Assembley was where the challenge came in for me. The linkage has to be right and it can get a little confusing. I found looking at pictures was easier than reading the instructions, but that is me. They would be a breeze for you I am sure. I"d guess I have around 20 hours each, but I work slow. I probably have around $20 in material in each, most expensive item is the little motor which is a little under $12 through Amazon. I certainly enjoyed it all and feel ready to take on a wooden gear clock now.

Finished up the last bot today. I had problems with this one, and neither I not Clayton the designer could really figure out the problem. The solution was add weight to the front of it, so I did and Theo's Walking Bot is now walking with only a very slight limp. I really enjoyed build these, and would highly recommend them to people into making things like this. Another phase of the scroll saw. Now I am ready and going to start a wooden gear clock soon. It will be a slow build, good weather is here and I really need to do outside stuff,,, so my wife says... I give you "Theo's Walking Bot"

I missed this. Nice job. I like the colors.

Does your sister have a sense of humor?? That is cute, nice job.