OCtoolguy Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 I tried searching for the answer but I guess I didn't phrase it correctly. I'm still a novice so maybe this is a question that has been asked before. I'm sure it is. Anyway, I'm going to try my luck at making a set of nut bowls out of pine. If I succeed I'll try some exotic wood but for now, it's going to be out of what I have laying around. The pine is 3/4 inch thick and not really too hard. So, how do I go about choosing the right blade? I have a good selection of blades but I really don't know what tooth pattern or size to use. I'm thinking a number 5 but from there I'm lost. Can any of you offer your expertise here? I'd certainly appreciate it. Ray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 You could use a #5 or #7. i would go with an Olson's match blades. IKE Sam777 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCROLLSAW703 Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 im with ike, a #5 or #7 polar blade if it was me, but you could use a skip tooth, or even ultra reverse if the urge hit ya. My preference is the skip tooth or polar blade. which ever cuts the bets. Pay attention in your pine. the blade may have a tendency to follow the grain of the of the wood. Sam777 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted August 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 Thanks for the help. I have just been chatting with Iguanadon. He recommends pretty much the same as both of you. He uses Olsen Mach Speed #3 reverse skiptooth. I don't have any of those but will soon purchase some. Ray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 You are getting excellent advice ! OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted August 24, 2017 Report Share Posted August 24, 2017 I agree,when I was cutting thick wood,#5 was my blade.and I cut a lot of pine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NC Scroller Posted August 24, 2017 Report Share Posted August 24, 2017 A #5 reverse tooth is my go to size for 1/2" or greater. I have and still use many brands and style blades though mostly Pegasus. Instead of playing with pine use poplar. Due to the grain pine is actually harder to get a true cut on especially when cutting with the grain. Good luck and hope to see pictures soon. SCROLLSAW703 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeye10 Posted August 24, 2017 Report Share Posted August 24, 2017 14 hours ago, octoolguy said: Thanks for the help. I have just been chatting with Iguanadon. He recommends pretty much the same as both of you. He uses Olsen Mach Speed #3 reverse skiptooth. I don't have any of those but will soon purchase some. Ray I would use #3 and #5 Pegas MG blades. Just try a few. I bet you will like them. The main reason I like them is you feed the wood straight into the blade much like you would a jig saw. Other blades you have to feed them in an angle. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam777 Posted August 24, 2017 Report Share Posted August 24, 2017 Where do you buy the Olsone Mach Speed blades? Please give a link. Thank you Sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo Posted August 25, 2017 Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 14 hours ago, NC Scroller said: A #5 reverse tooth is my go to size for 1/2" or greater. I have and still use many brands and style blades though mostly Pegasus. Instead of playing with pine use poplar. Due to the grain pine is actually harder to get a true cut on especially when cutting with the grain. Good luck and hope to see pictures soon. I couldn't agree more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted August 25, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 1 hour ago, Sam777 said: Where do you buy the Olsone Mach Speed blades? Please give a link. Thank you Sam IguanaDon gets his from Wooden Teddy Bear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted August 25, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 The only reason I'm going to use pine is I have a scrap large enough to get 4 bowls out of it. But, after talking with IguanaDon, I might just have to run over to Lowe's and buy some poplar. I've never worked with poplar before so I welcome the experience. I sure do want to thank all of you who chimed in on my inquiry. Ray SCROLLSAW703 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted August 25, 2017 Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 17 hours ago, NC Scroller said: A #5 reverse tooth is my go to size for 1/2" or greater. I have and still use many brands and style blades though mostly Pegasus. Instead of playing with pine use poplar. Due to the grain pine is actually harder to get a true cut on especially when cutting with the grain. Good luck and hope to see pictures soon. i agree on poplar,pine grain makes your blade wander. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
don in brooklin on Posted August 25, 2017 Report Share Posted August 25, 2017 Pine can be tough to cut but if you are take your time and use a sharp blade it is okay. I am starting my Christmas ornaments and I have cut the body in 3/4 inch pine. I used FD Ultra Reverse #3 for all the interior detail and not an issue so far. I used FD-UR for the exterior. What I like about the UR is that the surface does not need to be sanded. I used FD-UR #5 on exterior. I also cut a prototype in 1 inch and didn't have any issues. I like the pine as this will be decorated and painted by the boss. Only have 16 more to go and 34 of the feet. OCtoolguy, Sam777 and SCROLLSAW703 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted August 26, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2017 On 8/25/2017 at 3:10 AM, don in brooklin on said: Pine can be tough to cut but if you are take your time and use a sharp blade it is okay. I am starting my Christmas ornaments and I have cut the body in 3/4 inch pine. I used FD Ultra Reverse #3 for all the interior detail and not an issue so far. I used FD-UR for the exterior. What I like about the UR is that the surface does not need to be sanded. I used FD-UR #5 on exterior. I also cut a prototype in 1 inch and didn't have any issues. I like the pine as this will be decorated and painted by the boss. Only have 16 more to go and 34 of the feet. Hey Don, I like that. What is the size of it? And where did you get the pattern if I may ask? Ray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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