Angle Gauge

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There are a few different ways to set the angle of your scroll saw table. One method I use a lot is the protractor behind the blade. Long time reader Lori Scott sent me an email tonight with a link from woodsmith magazine. They had made this handy little protractor holder for a band saw project.

I went right to the shop and made one. It might not do something magic but it's just that little extra ease of use that's worth the 20 minutes it take to build the jig.

The following video shows a couple of issues I had. I though I would share so you can make your own. If you don't already own a protractor make sure you get one small enough to fit under the upper clamp.

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Pegas Modified Geometry. I am a minimalist when it comes to blades. I cut 95% of my projects with a #3 or #5. The Pegas modified geometry just last longer than any blade I have used. They stay sharp longer. The drift of the blade is minimized because of the way they are made. I think this makes them easier to learn to use of you are just getting started.

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