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Ok, I want to build some fishing rod holders. I figure I can give everything from garage finish level to log cabin style to something you'd find in a hardwood-and-leather-laden study a shot, but I'm going to start with one for my neighbor's garage. I've never owned a scroll saw, and though I'm no stranger to woodworking, my forte is typically something I have to frame first, so I have some questions: 1. Is a scroll saw the right tool for this job? Would a band saw be better? I think a scroll saw would be more versatile than a band saw, but only for detail work, where a band saw could also be used for larger projects. A scroll saw will be way more flexible and probably easier to use on curves and for better detail. 2. Are there more practical uses for scroll saws than things that look neat? What can I use a scroll saw for in daily projects or for things that are more about function than decoration? Has anyone had an experience where they were doing something around the house and used the scroll saw to save a lot of time on something? 3. Should I spend the money on a rotating body saw, or will I be satisfied with a tilting table model? The price difference is huge, and I'm a beginner. 4. I have a gift card to Home Depot. Any recommendations from there? How is Shop Fox brand? It says they're made in the US on their site, but I don't know if that applies to their home depot level equipment. Do you recommend any specific brands available at Home Depot? I'm pretty insterested in using that gift card on a new tool. I hope this isn't too much to get some responses on. I appreciate the help.
