lawson56 Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 I am going to have to order some blades here soon.The last gross I had ordered to say teh least has been well bad.breaking way too soon.I have been hearing about these Flying Dutchman Blades. How many here use them? And are they as good as the Hype. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KurtP Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 I am sure there will be a lot of people that use FD blades, including me. I have never had an issue with the blades. Cheers oneleggimp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
don in brooklin on Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 I use FD blades exclusively. I use mainly the Ultra reverse in all sizes. The only time a break a blade is when I know I have pushed too hard in a turn or done something stupid. Note: the UR blades have a little bump at the top of the blade. I just finished a box done with hard maple and African mahogany (#3) and was so smooth that I didn't really have to sand. The old web site works and the last time I ordered it came to Canada it 5 days for $3 shipping http://www.mikesworkshop.com/ oneleggimp, ChelCass and tomsteve 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 It is the only blade that i buy or use !.....Not perfect, but real close! tomsteve 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWSUDEKUM Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 Flying Dutchman blades are what I use exclusively. They are the best that I have found for the money in terms of lasting and quality. DW GrampaJim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcon Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 I have had great luck with FD blades just got a new supply from http://www.mikesworkshop.com/ I agree with Don when I break a blade it is usually my fault. tomsteve, Scrolling Steve and amazingkevin 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 Flying Dutchman are the blades I use also. I love them. Olson blades are also great and I wouldn't hesitate to buy those either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clayton717 Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 Flying Dutchman are the blades I use as well. I have tried a few others blades but always go back to the FD Blades. I like the way they cut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted November 14, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 Thanks Everyone for all the Info.Iwill give FD a try. I will let ya know how they work for me.Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 tried the FD blades and also the Olson's and I like the Olsens better if for some reason I cant get the blade I want in olson's I use FD blades It's just a matter of preference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrollerpete Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 I used only FD blades and the ultra reverse are my top blades, I agree with Don they are so smooth you don't need to sand after your cut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 My go to blade. To be fair I have not tried many brands so I can not compare, but I have been very happy with the FD blades. oneleggimp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 I am going to have to order some blades here soon.The last gross I had ordered to say teh least has been well bad.breaking way too soon.I have been hearing about these Flying Dutchman Blades. How many here use them? And are they as good as the Hype. My friend, you will hear alot of good and bad about blade suppliers.Take it from one that use's flying dutchman exclusively.I've heard that the dutchman's are to aggressive,I'm an aggressive scroller so were to peas in a pod.Yes i've broken his blades but it's always my fault.I'm sure the blades are excellent steel super hard steel which breaks very easy so you need kids gloves using them threading thu projects.I've gone hours and hours on a blade so they are very strong blades cutting wise.I worked at Briggs an stratton in milw. as a die cast inspector. the die was super hard and and sharp or hard touch with a casting would shatter them like glass.verry expensive too.I more the highly recommend the blades to you .but now that you know about the hardness you'll be ok. oneleggimp, lawson56 and tomsteve 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sorcier Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 I use both FD and Olson. FD are more aggressive, so I don't use them on delicate work, mostly because I am inept and cut through what should be solid. The Olson, I find, is better for that type of fretwork. But, I am still learning this craft. Ward browders 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kardar2 Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 Yep I am a user of FD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted November 14, 2015 Report Share Posted November 14, 2015 Hey Boby, I use both FD and Olson blades. Of the FD blades, I use mostly the Ultra Reverse blades, but also use the polar blades for compound projects and New Sprials for portraits. It's important to know that the UR blades are a lot more agresive than standard blades, but because of that, they leave a clean, smooth edge, and last about 50% longer than most blades. The UR blades do not come in 2/0, which I us a lot of. I have not had any luck cutting with any FD 2/0 blades, so I use Olson reverse tooth 2/0 blades, and when I want a less agresive blade, I use Olson Reverse Tooth blades. When I teach classes at Woodcraft, I use Olson Skip Tooth blades, mainly because they are not too agresive and they are available at the store fo the students to buy. browders and tomsteve 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted November 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 15, 2015 Thanks for all the Info Guys.I was looking at the Penguin Silver Reverse PSA No 5 anyone familar with that one I have used reverse tooth no 5 for yrs but not that particulr one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangeman Posted November 15, 2015 Report Share Posted November 15, 2015 I used to use FD blades exclusively but I believe the blade quality has deteriorated in recent years. Whereas I was able to cut wooden puzzles from very hard woods (cherry, walnut, padauk, etc} with the FD#5 and FD#5ultra, the blades will not do the job today. So I switched to Pegas Modified Geometry blades and have been extremely pleased!!!!!!!!!! The only FD blade I use today is the FD puzzle blade; it works well on 1/4" Baltic Birch plywood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomsteve Posted November 15, 2015 Report Share Posted November 15, 2015 (edited) FD here,too. ultra reverse and flat end spirals mainly. have tried quite a few of the varieties of FD but the penguins and settled on these. i did run into a problem with the spirals breaking real quick on me. i hadnt used them in a long time,remembered i had the problem before, and it took a little time for me to remember i had to slow the saw speed down a bit. Edited November 15, 2015 by tomsteve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneMahler Posted November 15, 2015 Report Share Posted November 15, 2015 All I use are Flying Dutchmen blades. I like the FD-UR series mostly. I highly recommend them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangeman Posted November 15, 2015 Report Share Posted November 15, 2015 I see many accolades for FD blades BUT seldom do the writer's say what they are cutting! The devil is in the details. Betcha no one can cut a 3/4" puzzle from Purple Heart with an FD blade!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo Posted November 17, 2015 Report Share Posted November 17, 2015 I agree with Orangeman. I have had better luck with the Pegas Modifed Geometry blades. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawk Posted November 17, 2015 Report Share Posted November 17, 2015 I've cut most everything form red oak 1 1/2 thick to 1/8 baltic birch ply. Absoulty love the Flying Dutchman blades. Discovered them about 15 years ago if memory serves me, I've settled on the polar ones, I use the 2/0, 5, and 9's they're all I've needed for the past several years. Heck, I've even cut thru 1/8 metel with them ! Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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