Trouble is , I don't own any spirals. But here is some edges made with regular blades. No sand paper used on the edges or flat sides yet. Sure you can see flaws in the movement of the wood but hardly any of the edges will ever be touched with s paper

 

In my shop sanding is the hardest of all procedures and takes up more time. Simply using the right flat blades eliminates 99% of all the hard work. Its also easier to saw straight and stay on the lines on curves with flat blades. And again not having to try and correct screw ups gets the projects completed much quicker. I would also think racing the clock has a lot to do with poor quality of work. 

  But operating a scroll saw is unlike anything else in my shop. With no practice as in my golf playing results in subpar play.

 

   It was mentioned sanding is not needed to produce good flat edges. If a spiral blade user has a camera it would be good to show some results so others can judge. 

     Jess

I don't use spiral blades, but rather than jump into that debate I just want to express my awe at the work you've done!

I agree with Fred, You just blew me away,Jess. Scroll sawing is not close to being my long suit.  I had a Hegner,got so frustrated ,I gave it away and got a Dewalt. Can do a little better on it but it is not the saw it is me.

Herb

Nice work Jesse.

 I've always enjoyed looking at your works Jess. Great job.

There are a few projects I use the spiral blade. Only when I want a rustic look such as a tree, some feathers, etc.

I have been scrolling for a long time and have never been able to cut a strait line with one. Some patterns look good cut with a spiral but not many. I stick with a good skip blade the majority of the time and occasionally a reverse tooth blade in certain situations.

Herb, depending on the model, you might have given up the best saw.!

9 minutes ago, Smallpatch said:

Herb, depending on the model, you might have given up the best saw.!

I had a list of things I didn't like about it including changing the blades. This saw is not a beginners saw in my opinion. I like the DeWalt a lot better

Herb

Jess

Got in really LATE in this thread.  Projects look great.You did not tell us whh blade you are using - inquirig minds would like to know.

Regarding spiral blades - I agree with y'all.  There IS one project that I always usea spiral. Not because I love spiral blades, it's just that using the kef of a straight blade does not show off the cutting as well..

Good stuff guys, keep it coming.

 

 

All us seasoned sawyers have our favorites when it comes to blades and saws. However, it's our responsibility as  sawyers

to help the beginners to become a better sawyer. We should always share our ideas and opinions in a manner to help them, as well as seasoned folks, to make this hobby enjoyable. I have been sawing for 25+ years and still learn from forums and conversation.

It's an unending process to learn and have fun with such a great hobby and business for some. With all that said, have fun, experiment

and share the the projects you've made with others. I plan to........................

2 hours ago, oleglenn said:

With all that said, have fun, experiment

and share the the projects you've made with others. I plan to........................

Please keep them coming Glenn...your work is incredible...the subject matter above really gets my attention...from the best I can tell, a 1963 Chevy Impala looking at the rear of the top, the hood and rear fender...plus the hubcaps...I suppose it could be a '64, but the front end looks more to be a '63. Never-the-less, spectacular piece and nicely framed too. Thanks for sharing.

Never seen a scroll saw project like that before. You guys blow me away.

Herb

This is what the 1963 Impala SS looked like in 1965.

Wish I had it back. ha-ha.......

8 hours ago, oleglenn said:

This is what the 1963 Impala SS looked like in 1965.

Wish I had it back. ha-ha.......

You & me both Glenn...same as me with my 1967 GTO...

On 3/19/2017 at 1:21 PM, oleglenn said:

All us seasoned sawyers have our favorites when it comes to blades and saws. However, it's our responsibility as  sawyers

to help the beginners to become a better sawyer. We should always share our ideas and opinions in a manner to help them, as well as seasoned folks, to make this hobby enjoyable. I have been sawing for 25+ years and still learn from forums and conversation.

It's an unending process to learn and have fun with such a great hobby and business for some. With all that said, have fun, experiment

and share the the projects you've made with others. I plan to........................

 

 

Glenn - thanks for bringing this up - you are absolutely right -

 

Thought I'd show a few of my Transportation plaques.

My oldest son had a 1970 Chevelle like this one.

The Lincoln Town Car belonged to a friend of mine.

Made this from a photo.

I love the old cars. 

17 hours ago, oleglenn said:

I love the old cars. 

All very nice Glenn...I really like that '55 Ford, Victoria...looks like it may even have the "continental kit" on it? The steam locomotive is pretty cool too! Thanks for sharing...

BTW, Roger told me to tell you "hi!" He's going back to work 04/03 doing interviews...

Thanks for the kind complement.

Some really nice clean, sharp cuts you got there, Glenn

Thanks. Here's a nice little project I made.