saw decision done, now blades

[David Hall]

I'm just getting started in scrolling. After a few days research I've decided on the Craftsman saw. It gets decent reviews, doesn't break the bank and has the required features for a beginner hobbiest.

 

My next question is blades. I'm going to get some spiral and reverse cut to start. The question is is there a guide somewhere that will tell me what number and what tpi is best for a certain type wood? Or, is this something that only comes with trial and error until I earn my scrolling black belt?

[Lvmedic3214]

http://www2.woodcraft.com/PDF/Olson-scrollblade-chart.pdf

This is a downloadable pdf for Olson blades. Should get you close with other manufacturers too. 

[amazingkevin]

What Blade Should I Use

[David Hall]

I hear everyone talk about Flying Dutchman blades. Where is a reputable source to buy these things? Some of the websites that come up when I google them don't look all that official.

[LarryEA]

www.Sloanswoodshop.com/    1-888-615-9663

Call these guys and since they sell blades they may give good advice.

[LarryEA]

I hear everyone talk about Flying Dutchman blades. Where is a reputable source to buy these things? Some of the websites that come up when I google them don't look all that official.

 Olson blades are as good if not better.   1-888-615-9663

Olson^® - The Blades Everyone Else Tries To Compare Their Blades To  

[Kepy]

www.mikesworkshop.com for FD blades.  For me, they are the best available.  I used to have a shop and sold Olsen blades but when I found the FD's I switched and haven't looked back.  I have heard that Pegasus is a good blade also.

[WayneMahler]

I use Flying Dutchman Blades only. I order mine from Mikesworkshop.com I understand The Wooden Teddybear just bought Mike out and they are keeping his web site and prices. I just ordered a gross of blades from it and they shipped fast and kept the pricing the same. I have used Olsen in  the past, I just preer the FD myself.

[TripleJScroller]

I've used both Olsen and Flying Dutchman blades and you can't go wrong with either of them.  That being said I prefer the FD and also order them from Mikesworkshop.com.  I ordered a gross last Tuesday and had them on Friday so I'd say the new owners are doing a good job upholding Mike's great service.

 

Josh

[Larry A. Blakely]

I have a Craftsman 16" too. I replaced the Allen screw in the upper blade holder with a threaded knob and blade changes are much faster now. I'm also more able to lock them in a parallel position. I, too, use Olson blades with good success.

[danny]

Have been Scrolling for Many Years and Basically I have tried most all brands of Blades and at this present day I will

SWEAR by Flying Dutchman.  Some days I sit back and think about all them years at the beginning using LOWES

brand.  LOL  Danny  :+}