amateurexpert Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 I am new to woodworking and new to the forum. Recently purchased my first home and am starting to do some projects in my garage. On my latest project I ran into an issue that I am wanting to get some advice on. I am needing to cut 25 half moon shaped arcs out of 2 x 8 lumber. The half moons will be 20" long so the actual curved cut it about 30" long. I have a scroll saw that I have attempted to use, but the scroll saw is too underpowered to make that long of a cut on 2 x 8 material and do it 25 times. I have done some reading online and have come to the conclusion that a bench top bandsaw might be the best way to go. Does this seem accurate? If so are there any suggestions on a good beginner saw? Thanks. Will Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Welcome to the forums! What other tools do you have that would be able to cut these? A jig saw? A band saw would certainly do the trick but, there are less expensive ways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amateurexpert Posted January 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 I have a small 2 amp jigsaw, but it does not go through material that thick very well. I have thought about using my router but I was worried that I might go through a lot of bits cutting that much material. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 I have a small 2 amp jigsaw, but it does not go through material that thick very well. I have thought about using my router but I was worried that I might go through a lot of bits cutting that much material. Put a good sharp blade on the jig saw (maybe a couple) and give it a go - slow and steady. If you want to clean them up, create a template out of some thin material and use a flush trim bit in your router. Just be sure to remove 99% of the material with the jig saw. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amateurexpert Posted January 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Hey thanks. I will give it a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 Cool, let us know how it worked out for you. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 I would buy a better sabersaw . The bench top bandsaws are pretty lightweight. I haven't kept up with recent reviews but my old Bosch sabersaw will zip right thru 2 x 8 and leave a pretty smooth cut. Get a decent saw and buy some good blades. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beechwood Chip Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 I'd rather get a good quality jig saw than spend money on a bench top bandsaw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted January 6, 2014 Report Share Posted January 6, 2014 I'd rather get a good quality jig saw than spend money on a bench top bandsaw. He has a jig saw - Inexpensive first attempt to put in a sharp blade. If that don't work, then I agree! A good jig saw is something every home owner should have! Congrats on the new home by the way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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