Hello, Beginner here!

[Cassie W.]

I am an artist and sign maker. Looking to learn how how to use a scroll saw. Need advice on best saw to buy.  Are there any classes available near me? I live in Cumming Ga. Thank you!

[Denny Knappen]

Welcome to the Village forum from Tennessee.  We are in Dayton, TN.  Not sure how far from Dayton, but we sell the Pegas Scroll Saw and you could come in and test drive our demo saw.

[Cassie W.]

Thank you! Probably a bit too far of a  drive but I will look into the Pegas

[Ber Gueda]

Hi Cassie, 

Greetings from Spain. I am also a newbie and I am also in the process of chosing a new saw. I know it will be a Pégas, I just have to decide if it will be a 21" or a 30". 

David

[Bill WIlson]

Gwinnet Woodworkers Assoc. is located in Georgia.  According to their website they offer Zoom classes.

https://www.gwinnettwoodworkers.com/about-gwa

[Scrappile]

Welcome, Cassie,   glad to have you joing the village.  This is a starting place right here on this forum:  https://www.scrollsawvillage.com/articles/beginner/

There a many good saws to choose from.  Do you have a budget?  Sometimes there are good deals on used ones to be found on Facebook Marker or Cragslist, but please ask here with the address of the listing before buying used or maybe any saw.  Lots of experience here to suck info from.  ALso search around for maybe a club near you.

Edited April 17, 2024 by Scrappile

[Dak0ta52]

Welcome to the Village from North Carolina. You'll find many various comments on the "best" saw. That will be reflected by each individual. I started with a $100 WEN that was very limited on features. After a year I purchased the 30-inch Pegas and discovered a whole new world of scroll sawing. When considering my purchase, I also looked strongly at the Seyco. The Seyco is an excellent saw and as many members here, I hope to own one in the future (in addition to the Pegas). Don't hesitate to ask questions and once you get started, please share pictures of your work. It is inspiring to see.

[MarieC]

Welcome from Eastern Washington State.  Yes, the saws already mentioned are great saws.   I bought both of mine used...And Excalibur 21 and a Hawk G426.  Both Great saws too.  If you do look at an EX, I would go for the older model not made in China as I have heard those have problems.  Again Welcome!

[wombatie]

Welcome to the Village Cassie.

Marg 

[Cassie W.]

What does everyone think of this used saw? for $65. Ad says "Delta variable speed 16” scroll works great extra blades included"... I have already asked if it takes both pinned and straight blades. How old it is and if there are any other issues I should know about. Waiting on his response. I looked at his profile and he seems like a decent person and also a craftsman with a decent looking shop. What do you guys think? Anything else I should ask him?

[Me and my buddy]

On 4/17/2024 at 10:42 AM, Cassie W. said:

I am an artist and sign maker. Looking to learn how how to use a scroll saw. Need advice on best saw to buy.  Are there any classes available near me? I live in Cumming Ga. Thank you!

 

16 hours ago, Cassie W. said:

What does everyone think of this used saw? for $65. Ad says "Delta variable speed 16” scroll works great extra blades included"... I have already asked if it takes both pinned and straight blades. How old it is and if there are any other issues I should know about. Waiting on his response. I looked at his profile and he seems like a decent person and also a craftsman with a decent looking shop. What do you guys think? Anything else I should ask him?

i think it looks great! my scroll saw is a 16'' wen scroll saw for 100$ and it works just as well as any scroll saw have fun! maybe ask him if it's had any issues over the years. delta is a good brand. I'm still a beginner to so it just matters if it can cut with no issues  

Edited April 19, 2024 by Me and my buddy