Would this be safe to cut small, 1/4" thick wood slices / discs (for use in jewelry making & other craft-type projects), or would it be overkill for this type of project?
1132969
It wouldn't be suitable for 1/4 inch stock over 3.5" wide. If you replace the stock blade with a small tooted finish blade it would be just the ticket. In fact it can cross cut a 2" X 4" but miters of this size lumber are impossible. Fine for 3/4" thick or smaller stock.
1132970
It's not safe at all. I only used mine for a few minutes.. I regret buying it. I was trying to cut 1 - 1 1/2 inch diameter wood slices and the wood was flying everywhere.. twice the whole limb flew out of my hand all together because the saw blade was vibrating.. I was afraid the blade would fly off.. so I won't use it anymore.
1132971
It will do the job. It might be a bit of overkill but better too much than too little. hope this helps.
1132972
I think this saw would work for you, just keep your fingers away from the blade. I bought mine to use to cut metal strips to use in stained glass projects. Good luck.
1132973
Actually it would not really be that safe, this size of machine is generally for trim work like on baseboards or cutting 2 x 4's. I would suggest a dremmel tool with a saw attachment for your size crafts.
1132974
I wouldn't recommend for this type of project, try something smaller and more precise, good luck Kimberly!
925769
I think this miter saw would be overkill to cut small discs but the price point (being reconditioned) might be right compared to other cutting options. This saw would do the job and you would probably need to purchase an additional blade for finer cuts for your discs. If you're cutting 1/4" discs from a long piece of wood, then safety isn't an issue. The saw could be dangerous if the pieces of wood aren't as long as the saw's platform.
1132975
One needs a finer toothed blade for fine cuts. The wood pieces must be at least a little longer than the saw itself for safety reasons. Otherwise, the tool would work very well in my opinion. For fine cuts on thin boards, I prefer to use my sliding miter saw, however, in order not to damage the board at the edges of the cut.
399711
I tend to use mine more for precision work, where there is a need for more portability or where my full size rip saw cannot get in. I would cut 3/4" materials with a full size unit.
1742709
Sounds like this saw may be just what you need. It's very simple to operate and the blades don't easily break or come loose. It has more than adequate power for most wood projects. I actually used it mostly on fiberboard but some wood and a little bit of thin sheet metal. It did everything I asked of it except cut a straight cut which all depends on the operator. If this is in your price range I think you'll be quite satisfied with it.
743430
No I don't think so. I have not tried it of course but I'm confident it's not sharp enough for that kind of cutting. Thick paper is fine.
1834852
What is it you want to do? Almost any of these knives can make a 1/8th inch cut. Are you carving figrures, reliefs, or woodcuts?? I am msainly a woodcut artist. These tools are fine for all those purposes. Learn to keep them sharp. If you have more questions, email me at nicholascrome@yahoo.com. Or phone 812 339 2245.
1749374
This is a light duty vice. I use it hold circuit boards and small items. I do not think I would use it to hold a thick piece metal, say quarter inch or larger that you want to cut with a hacksaw. What I like about it is the position you can put your work in. Also to mount a dermal tool in the vice. In my opinion it is a light duty vice.
460260
I could see the fence wire working away from you if it is light, so it could be held with a pair of vice grips as you cut each wire the Dremel tool. Using the discs will be a lot faster than the hack saw but not as good as a "good" pair of dikes. Be sure to use eye protection.
1296414
This would be fine for splitting something 4", but I've never used it for chopping wood.
2138464
It's very thick and heavy duty. I don't know what you would cut it with. I think even good shears would be inadequate.
1272410
Each tool has it's intended purpose. You're not going to be splitting wood with a folder, nor are you supposed to assume you can. For regular use of a knife the design should be plenty strong but it is an unlined handle so that is most likely the weakest link. There is always a tradeoff and to get a high quality blade this light, there can't be liners and heavier duty locks. Personally, I'm pretty comfortable using this for any task applicable to a folder.
936253
I wouldn't think that would be safe. I used a double bladed electric carving knife like you'd carve a turkey with. Worked great!
1901503
Absolutely not! This is strictly meant for small jewelry projects! I'd check your local hardware store!
258111
I haven't done it personally, but it's definitely a great machine and should have no problem with the right blade. Cuts through thick, hard wood with no problem - probably more taxing than thin metal done slowly?
1534611
Well, I would not do it-inadequate fence, inadequate miter gage for wood, too much blade exposed for a toothed blade. I like my fingers and eyes too much to try a wood saw blade in a metal cutting saw. Unless you are in need of a metal cut off saw, this is not the saw you want.
1816815
It most definitely won't cut a 2mm. soft wood. It's a good & precise tool, but only for light duty use. - It will handle business card thickness cardstock, but nothing more. - I have since obtained a Zutter Round-it-All Heavy Duty Corner Rounder to cut the 1/32" card I use. The cut isn't as clean as I would like, but it beats doing it by hand with scissors. Martha Stewart makes an inexpensive heavy-duty corner rounder that I would like to try, but they don't say what the radius of the cut is. (I require a 1/8" radius, equivalent to a 1/4" diameter.) If you search corner rounder on eBay, you will see many varieties from light duty to heavy duty table mounted ones.
1481367
I think this should not be the purpose of such a saw... its blade is thin and my experience is that it has worked very well cutting up to 1 1/4",
1712439
I think you can use a diamond bit masonary blade that should be able do the job. Take it slow when you are cutting.