Benefits of Using Small Blades on Band Saw Projects

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Next time you have more delicate cuts to make, use your band saw. George Vondriska shows how to make more delicate cuts on a band saw by using small blades. He quickly makes a band saw box while showing us the advantages of using a 3/16″ blade. He also uses an 1/8″ blade while cutting tight corners in a piece of red oak and then finally, how small blades can be used to cut non-ferrous metals. Use these helpful woodworking tips when starting any band saw projects.

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4 Responses to “Benefits of Using Small Blades on Band Saw Projects”

1. kai October 30th, 2018

   Hello, I am a 6-12 grade shop teacher. I have a Grizzly 17″ bandsaw I run with a 1/2″ blade on for general purpose. I need another smaller saw for more intricate work- a sw ai can keep a 3/16 blde on for bandsaw boxes etc. What do you think ai should buy that will hold up to tons of abuse, stay true, good safety features and within $700-1000. Thank you.

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   • Customer Service October 31st, 2018

     Hi Kai. Here is the one that George uses: http://amzn.to/2ynH4VH. That’s a very nice saw, although perhaps a bit overkill for what you need. Another option that is similar but slightly cheaper is this one: https://amzn.to/2CR3scd.
     We have a review on the 1412 here: https://www.wwgoa.com/article/laguna-1412-bandsaw-a-cut-above/
     I’ve also owned a Jet 14″ bandsaw, kinda like this one: https://amzn.to/2q0exzl. I liked the Jet pretty well, but I found the Laguna to be a nice upgrade. I had the 1412, then the 14bx, and now the 18bx.
     Regardless of which saw you get, if you are running a 3/16″ blade on it I’d recommend getting a Carter stabilizer guide for small blades: https://www.carterproducts.com/band-saw-products/band-saw-stabilizer
     Thanks
     Paul-WWGOA

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2. charlieek February 27th, 2017

   would the 1/8 in blade be OK to use for the box

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   • Customer Service March 8th, 2017

     Yes, a 1/8″ blade should be fine for this project.

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