74 of 76 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Helpful Scroll Saw Information, June 21, 2000
This review is from: Scroll Saw Basics (Basics Series) (Paperback)
This book indeed was written for a person just beginning to work with a scroll saw. The first chapter presents a thorough description of the types of scroll saws available, how they work, and what features are important. Subsequent chapters give the novice a practical description of scroll saw blades, a brief overview of the different types of wood and wood materials available, safety techniques, how to set up a scroll saw, types and sources of patterns, and easy to follow instructions on how to make the various kinds of cuts basic to scroll saws.
The author includes come valuable tips, such as how to hone the burr side of a blade and thereby enable much smoother cuts. The abundant use of illustrations (over 275) is very helpful in understanding the technical material being presented. In general, the book relates meaningful information and would be a significant contribution for a reader to gain an understanding of scroll saw fundamentals.
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
Was this review helpful to you? Yes
No
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
For real beginners, March 29, 2006
This review is from: Scroll Saw Basics (Basics Series) (Paperback)
This book is for real beginners, some interesting capters about techniques and tools but no intresting patterns.
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews
Was this review helpful to you? Yes
No