unclestu
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Post by unclestu on May 9, 2011 7:13:34 GMT -5
Hi I was planning to get an inexpensive trim saw to use for cutting out preforms from slabs for cabbing. While cruising the net I noticed a set up with a Cabking that displayed a Inland band saw as part of the work station. Would a band saw be a better alternative than a trim saw for that particular purpose. If so is the Inland band saw any good? I know that people do not like their flat lap machine. Thanks Stu
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Post by stonesthatrock on May 9, 2011 9:26:21 GMT -5
never buy an inland band saw.......... thats all i will say.... lol We use a lortone 10" for all the cutting. mary ann
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Post by johnjsgems on May 9, 2011 9:31:34 GMT -5
You will need both. The Gryphon C40 is a better choice. If you cut ovals, rounds, hearts, crosses, you will like the band saw. If you cut free forms with straight lines you will like a trim saw. I like the MK145 tile saw with a lapidary blade for most trimming and the C40 for curvy stuff.
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unclestu
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Post by unclestu on May 9, 2011 9:35:07 GMT -5
Well with that having been said I will forget about a band saw. Oh as soon as I get the paypal invoice from you I will send payment for the box of rocks from last night.
Thanks Mary Ann Stu I guess I might have spoke to soon. I will have to evaluate the type of cutting I will be doing and then decide. But in no way an Inland product. Thanks John Stu
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Post by Roller on May 9, 2011 10:48:57 GMT -5
I was wondering if anyone has seen or bought or know anything about the new Lortone trim saws ! They are extremely cheap.. at just over 100$ Iam thinking of it as well .. but I really want a vice .. hmmmm www.lortone.com/trim_saws.htmljust an idea stu ..
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Post by johnjsgems on May 9, 2011 12:44:33 GMT -5
Greg, I have not seen them but read it slowly. It says it requires a blade and at least 1/4 hp motor. That means you get the tank, table, and arbor. It looks like a left handed Rock Rascal with stainless table.
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meta99
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Post by meta99 on May 9, 2011 13:29:53 GMT -5
Greg, I have not seen them but read it slowly. It says it requires a blade and at least 1/4 hp motor. That means you get the tank, table, and arbor. It looks like a left handed Rock Rascal with stainless table. As my momma always said, "If it sounds to good to be true..." Sue
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escteacher
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Post by escteacher on May 9, 2011 13:46:01 GMT -5
Hi. I am new here,. I teach Earth Science in NoVA. I have an interesting rock that is part igneous and part metamorphic. I would like to have it cut in half. Can someone point me to someone who can help me? :help:
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unclestu
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Post by unclestu on May 9, 2011 16:05:52 GMT -5
Hi. I am new here,. I teach Earth Science in NoVA. I have an interesting rock that is part igneous and part metamorphic. I would like to have it cut in half. Can someone point me to someone who can help me? [/quote I think you would be best served if you repost your question in its own thread in the slabs and saws catagory. Best of luck Stu]
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highplainsdrifter
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Post by highplainsdrifter on May 9, 2011 20:22:16 GMT -5
I do all my pre-forming with a workforce tile saw. for inside cuts/angles, i just cut lines spaced ~ 1/2 apart in towards the angle and clip the pieces with tile snips.
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Post by frane on May 9, 2011 20:24:32 GMT -5
I had an inland swap top that had the saw...Good Idea to stay away. Tile saw with a nice blade works wonders for the beginner! I use one for my preforms. Fran
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Post by Rockoonz on May 9, 2011 23:33:56 GMT -5
I use a tiny trim 4 inch trim saw for most of my trimming. If it's too big to fit I also have a Highland Park 6 inch trim saw. I suppose a band saw could be useful for some people but they are really intended for cutting glass which is thinner and softer than lapidary rock.
Lee
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