MTCowpoke22
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Very Well done. Both pattern and cutting!
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What's in your Scrolling tool box?
MTCowpoke22 replied to new2woodwrk's topic in General Scroll Sawing
As far as scrolling goes, that's a pretty good list. I noticed you asked about needle files. I do have a set of riffler files I use all the time. They're great for removing the fuzzies and touching up pieces after they're cut. Only other thing I would add is lighting. Adequate lighting is needed around the saw, which usually requires some type of extra lighting beyond the normal shop lights. -
Welcome from Montana. Looking forward to seeing some of your projects.
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Great Job! Love it.
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Nice Job. I've never been a fan of the spiral cuts either, but like how this came out for you.
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Great Job!
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Sit or Stand - do you have a preference?
MTCowpoke22 replied to new2woodwrk's topic in General Scroll Sawing
I used to stand, and built a stand for my saw that was the correct height for me to do so. I thought it was better because I could move around and be where I wanted to be when cutting larger pieces. But recently I found a nice little shop seat, put castors on it, and cut my saw stand down to match. It's not quite as mobile as I was on my feet, but the comfort and lack of strain on my feet and back make it worth it. -
Welcome from Montana. Good looking stuff. Looking forward to seeing what other projects you get done.
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I do the same as trackman. Spray the tape and apply the pattern right away. Only time I have any issues is if I don't hit the entire area with the 3M77.
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Best wishes through your recovery.
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Well Done!
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Welcome from Montana. Looking forward to seeing what you do.
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I'm not always a fan of paint, but that looks really good.
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3. It all depends on the pattern. I look for where the cuts are the most delicate and bunched together. Generally this is towards the middle, but not always. I always want to start with the smallest, most fragile cuts first so I have the rest of the piece to support it. And when moving to the next cut, I always cut the edges along side previously cut areas first. Again for support. 4. No, I've never disconnected the blade from both ends. I now have a saw that lifts out of the way, but for 15 or so years I didn't. I was always able to flex the top of the blade get it through the holes. However, you do have to be careful to not put any permanent bends in the blade. When you can, use a larger drill bit. It's easier to thread the blade through a bigger hole. It does take practice to get good a threading the blade with the upper arm in the way, but you will get better at it.
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Great job on Both!
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Beautiful. Great job!
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I did these over the past two years for my grandparents.
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Welcome from Montana. Looking forward to seeing what you do.
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Beautiful Work!
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Beautiful Wood. Great job cutting!
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Because Montana is for Badasses. I don't handle heat very well, And I grew up here dealing with this type of winter weather. I know how to prepare for snow and blizzards, and how to enjoy them. I can't imagine having to gather up everything every few years and clearing out for a hurricane, or dealing with all the people in Washington, California, Texas, or the northeast. I know this place isn't for everyone, but that is why I live where the air hurts my face.
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I feel your pain, and then some. We've been down to the -20s here for the past two mornings and may crack 0 today, but highs for the foreseeable future are in the negatives. I'm in the same boat in that I have a couple of radiant heaters and a couple of milk house heaters out in the garage. Last night they got it up over freezing (barely) in there. And when all the heaters are on, I have to be careful about lights and tools as I start to trip breakers if too much is plugged in. I put in about an hour or so a day if I can last that long, and any glue up or finishing happens in the basement. Just keep telling myself how much I enjoy woodworking and how much I need to get a few projects done.
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Nice Job.
