Band Sawing to a Layout .......

[toolznthings]

I came up with this simple trick that I've been doing for years. Makes sawing to a line much easier when doing work on a band saw. Most kerf widths vary between 1/16" and 3/32". Knowing what width your blade kerf is draw a parallel line to your layout. Sawing between the two lines is much easier and more accurate. The layout can usually be just " eye balled " and quickly done. Give it a try.

Sawing thru 1 7/8" thick mild steel .....

[Admiral_dk]

Interesting trick - will try to remember it next time - thanks.

[crueby]

Its a good technique, I've been doing that recently when hacksawing or recip sawing out bar stock, definitely easier to eyeball between the two lines without drifting off one.

[Dave Otto]

I'm working on a large cross section at the day job, that involves using the big Doall band saw and a diamond blade. I may give this a try to see if it improves my band saw driving skills.

Thanks,
Dave

[Flyboy Jim]

Great idea................I'll give it a try.

Thanks, Jim