Thread: What tool?

G'Day "rleman",<O</O
You could have a look at a small to medium bandsaw or a scroll saw;<O</O
both would give you a reasonable level of accurate cuts.
Definately no were near as expensive as CNC Machines or Lazer Cutters.</O
<OHope that helps.</O
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Ooooohhhhhhhh! Scroll saws look good. I didn't think they would do internal cuts but just found a video on youtube that shows how they do it. It is exactly what I need. Now I just gotta decide on one. broad price range.

Thanks so much

to some extent it depends on your budget and the material you will be cutting.

from what you've described, you probably want to get
a scroll saw -- this will allow you to cut intricate shapes and when teamed with a basic drill will allow you to cut the inside out of things. With the right blade and a steady hand there will be little sanding required. However, a good scroll saw is expensive.

A corded dremel will also be handy -- the drill press and router attachments would likely be the most useful. You may also find a second cordless dremel useful.

a work table or bench.

stock preparation.
here you might end up with a band saw and drum sander.

thanks Ian, I thought I would probably still need a dremel. I am probably in the practice phase at present. I need to learn to use equipment, so I thought I would buy a cheap scroll saw, and then if I start churning out some decent stuff then my old man might be convinced that I could really do with a more expensive one to turn my hobby into a little cottage industry. LOL.

He works away so I would be appropriating HIS workspace. But I am glad you reinforce what I was thinking re dremel. Thanks so much.