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Post by liveoak on Jul 14, 2023 18:05:15 GMT -5
Cutting is relatively fast - IF the blade is reasonably fresh, & the guides are adjusted correctly.
Difference is that with the bandsaw, you're not just getting CLOSE to the size/shape, you're cutting the exact size/shape, so it also speeds up work later.
And yes, you're not wasting valuable slab real estate. Which in my case, with my somewhat limited supply, is important.
It just takes a little engineering to get the drip set up - I have mine dripping on the side of the blade above the top guide.
Alright guys - I'll take some photos in the morning of my lock line set up, & primitive drip.
But I'll tell you right now, there's no rocket science involved.
So if you're willing to fuss a little - it's a reasonable way to go.
As I said $ for $ the Inland might not to too far out of line cost wise - although it uses a special blade, & not sure of cheap knock offs for that.
I've never used one or even seen one- but they are a good deal smaller.
Thanks for the tip on the cheaper blade - I'd appreciate the source you found, I think I'll order one
I'll tag you tomorrow, as well as the others who mentioned interest.
Thanks,
Patty
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rockbrain
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Post by rockbrain on Jul 14, 2023 22:49:46 GMT -5
liveoak I just followed the blade link from your other post then copied and pasted the description minus the brand name in another Ebay search. Blade There's actually a few others if you do the search like that. The other listings have shipping and end up being a few bucks more.
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