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  1. Jim McDonald
    From an infrequent visitor to the Palmetto State, a big welcome from Indiana. You will be surprised just how far you can go with just a little practice and determination. (I'm living proof that you don't have to be gifted to enjoy time at the saw. The gifted are the pattern designers--I'm just a hack with wood and some saw blades.)
  2. Jim McDonald
    Quite a bit of work, but the finished product will be worth it.
  3. Jim McDonald
    If that is fooling around, don't show us up too badly when you get serious!
  4. Jim McDonald
    There are special blades for metal work. I know because I bought a few as Sloan's was closing. Haven't used them, don't have a project in mind yet--but I've got the blades!
  5. Jim McDonald
    I had a very good experience with the center in Indianapolis. Got the knocking fixed, but after about 3 cuts, it would not pull tension. They fixed the tension issue at no charge. I was without my saw for a short bit, but it just hums along now. (Of course, that meant I didn't pull the trigger for a new Pegas )
  6. Jim McDonald
    This is not my first project. I cut a pinewood derby car for my son first with a pawnshop single speed Delta. But, this is probably from my first run of Christmas ornaments. Second shot is six Steve Good nativities.
  7. Jim McDonald
    From a former resident of the east side (James/Maryland), welcome to the festivities. Questions are answered, constructive criticisms are posted when asked and applause given as needed. Blade wear is a tough topic. I have had blades I didn't think would ever wear down and others that cut about 6 inches before I tossed it to the side. Scroll saw work is a constant dance between speed and feed. You will get a feel for how everything is going. I mean the speed of the blade and how much wood you are cutting at a given time. Blades figure into that as well. Most of us have two or three blade sizes/types we use 95% of the time.
  8. Jim McDonald
    That would look great either lined or open because of the great cutting on all those curves. Good looking piece(s).
  9. Jim McDonald
    One quick question, if I may? Seems there is "smoke smudge" on the pieces. If you put down a barrier like tape or shelf liner, do you think there would be any smudging? When I say smudge, maybe the picture will illustrate. (And let it be known, I am in NO way knocking the work. I think it will be a big addition to your stable of products)
  10. Jim McDonald
    Fourteen months is a long separation from the saw. I'll bet threading that first blade felt good.
  11. Jim McDonald
    I work in a warehouse and handle pallets every day. I see some interesting wood from time to time. I only harvest from "virgin" pallets. Many I get are rebuilds and the staining on them makes me nervous even handling them. I would never use pallet wood for anything other than a display object. If I think it's going to be handled, I will be going to the lumber stack.
  12. Jim McDonald
    Put it on a green felt backer and you've got something there. (Again, not going to pick on your choice of teams--both mine got their teeth kicked in this year)
  13. Jim McDonald
    Both of you need to listen to the medics and quit planning your departure. There is sawdust to be made!
  14. Jim McDonald
    He is a very talented person with a great artistic mind.
  15. Jim McDonald
    Absolutely clean and wax that table. It will put a barrier between the table and the wood. Use Johnson paste wax. It will not interfere with your finishes like anything with silicone will.
  16. Jim McDonald
    He only lasered the back of the piece to add name and title.
  17. Jim McDonald
    What a good grandpa.
  18. Jim McDonald
    Great work. I did a word art door topper for a church and 39.5" on an old Hitachi saw was an adventure. Ended up halving it with a scarf joint to rejoin the pieces. I know where the joint is and a good woodworker would easily find it, but it is largely hidden.
  19. Jim McDonald
    I've done 1/4" walnut for ornaments--but they don't get handled much so the wear and tear is not a problem.
  20. Jim McDonald
    The patterns look like lacewood. Never worked it that thick--always 1/4" or less. It is hard, but beautiful when cut.
  21. Jim McDonald
    For a "quick hitter", you did a great job on that. Lacquer takes about 15 minutes or less.
  22. Jim McDonald
    Excellent pieces. Dirk was a great designer and we lost a great friend to the hobby with him.
  23. Jim McDonald
    That will be a big hit with the 5 year old crowd! Great work--as is the case when you post something.
  24. Jim McDonald
    Great work. Been meaning to do napkin rings for a while, just haven't made it to the top of the cut pile yet.!
  25. Jim McDonald
    I've had saws both ways, but my DeWalt is at full tilt with the factory adjustment, like Kevin. I helps on most of my work, but that 1% where I'm fighting gravity is tough.
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