Hi Graeme, the artist is Harvey Byler and I have permission to sell his patterns. See my website. www.woodcraftbyscott.com Anything you see, I have the patterns for and can sell them for $2.50 each and I email them out. I sell the puzzles at markets and events for $25 each. Let me know if you have any other questions. Scott
Hi Justin, no spiral blades for me. I use Olson Mach Speed #3 blades. Others use a #5 blade. It's a matter of how tight you want the pieces to be and what you're comfortable cutting with.
Love the puzzles, you do very nice work ! Definitely want to get a couple of patterns. Looks like your using a Dewalt saw ? What speed do you run the saw at, since the poplar looks fairly thick (3/4 to 1 inch) ?
Hi Robert, thanks. Yes, been using DeWalt's for a year, but worn 2 of them out and just bought a new Hawk and am breaking it in this week. I run my DeWalt's at level 7 speed. Yes, the poplar is stock 1x12 from Home Depot/Lowe's which means it's actually 3/4" thick.
Thanks for the reply. The Hawk should be a nice upgrade from the Dewalt ! You have a very efficient system, and cutting the puzzle in 19 minutes is impressive. I've never used the Olsen Mach blades, usually use the Flying Dutchman blades. Do you have a lot of sanding to remove fuzzies before oiling the puzzle ? Do you wipe off the oil after a while, or just let the piece dry on its own completely ?
I'm adjusting to the Hawk, it definitely cuts slower but that's OK, and I'm using new blades... Pegas Modified Geometry. They cut a little faster which is nice. I do not sand or file any of my puzzles. The Olson Mach Speed and these new Pegas blades leave a clean finish. As far as the mineral oil, I don't wipe any excess off, I just let them dry on the rack.
Steve Good referred me to your website. Great video and enjoyed watching your technique from start to finish. I just got my first Pegas Modified Geometry blades and they seem to cut much straighter. (Again, thanks to Steve Good.) Question: how do you apply your mineral oil?
Hi Timothy, thanks for watching. I simply dunk the entire puzzle, assembled, into the mineral oil and then let the excess drip off and then place it on a drying rack that I made. If you haven't seen my other video, check it out here. ruclips.net/video/5G-lA0DuFdU/видео.html I just started using the Pegas blades a week ago and I'm very happy with them and you're right, they cut very straight. It took a little getting used to. :-)
I actually saw that video first. I've got to find a labrador retriever puzzle for our daughter and her family who just got a sweet 3-yr old from a local shelter. His name is William, so I'll have to redo the lettering. :)
Excellent question. I just started using the Pegas myself and they seem to be a bit thinner. The #5 Pegas may be the closest to the #3 Mach Speed. However, I'm using the #3 Pegas with good results. You just have to be very careful not to flex the blade while cutting which would cause the puzzle pieces to not slide in and out from both sides. I'd suggest trying both #3 and #5 and go with the one you're most comfortable using.
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Thank you for showing these 3 videos. Learned a lot, will be in touch with an order.
Thanks for the reply Scott. Will be in touch in the very near future. Cheers mate.
Man you're good at following the line.
Quick question Scott. Where do you get your blades?
I get the Olson blades from woodenteddybearonline.com and the Pegas blades from www.dndsawbladesonline.com
Awesome job.👍👌. Where do you get these patterns and what would you sell them for at the markets.
Hi Graeme, the artist is Harvey Byler and I have permission to sell his patterns. See my website. www.woodcraftbyscott.com Anything you see, I have the patterns for and can sell them for $2.50 each and I email them out. I sell the puzzles at markets and events for $25 each. Let me know if you have any other questions. Scott
Hello! Thank-you for the video. Do you think these would work with 1/2" wood as well?
HI Tamara, 1/2" would work, they just wouldn't be as steady when standing upright.
Mr. Seifer, are you using spiral blades here? Inquiring minds you know :)
HAH - never mind, you answered my question in the video and I just hadn't watched that far yet. Thank you!
Hi Justin, no spiral blades for me. I use Olson Mach Speed #3 blades. Others use a #5 blade. It's a matter of how tight you want the pieces to be and what you're comfortable cutting with.
Hey Scott, how many puzzles would you cut with one blade.
Hi Graeme, I generally get 3-4 puzzles cut with each blade (Olson Mach Speed #3)
Scott Seifer thanks mate. Will have to stock up on those blades.
Love the puzzles, you do very nice work ! Definitely want to get a couple of patterns. Looks like your using a Dewalt saw ? What speed do you run the saw at, since the poplar looks fairly thick (3/4 to 1 inch) ?
Hi Robert, thanks. Yes, been using DeWalt's for a year, but worn 2 of them out and just bought a new Hawk and am breaking it in this week. I run my DeWalt's at level 7 speed. Yes, the poplar is stock 1x12 from Home Depot/Lowe's which means it's actually 3/4" thick.
Thanks for the reply. The Hawk should be a nice upgrade from the Dewalt ! You have a very efficient system, and cutting the puzzle in 19 minutes is impressive. I've never used the Olsen Mach blades, usually use the Flying Dutchman blades. Do you have a lot of sanding to remove fuzzies before oiling the puzzle ? Do you wipe off the oil after a while, or just let the piece dry on its own completely ?
I'm adjusting to the Hawk, it definitely cuts slower but that's OK, and I'm using new blades... Pegas Modified Geometry. They cut a little faster which is nice. I do not sand or file any of my puzzles. The Olson Mach Speed and these new Pegas blades leave a clean finish. As far as the mineral oil, I don't wipe any excess off, I just let them dry on the rack.
what blade number do you use?
Steve Good referred me to your website. Great video and enjoyed watching your technique from start to finish. I just got my first Pegas Modified Geometry blades and they seem to cut much straighter. (Again, thanks to Steve Good.) Question: how do you apply your mineral oil?
Hi Timothy, thanks for watching. I simply dunk the entire puzzle, assembled, into the mineral oil and then let the excess drip off and then place it on a drying rack that I made. If you haven't seen my other video, check it out here. ruclips.net/video/5G-lA0DuFdU/видео.html
I just started using the Pegas blades a week ago and I'm very happy with them and you're right, they cut very straight. It took a little getting used to. :-)
I actually saw that video first. I've got to find a labrador retriever puzzle for our daughter and her family who just got a sweet 3-yr old from a local shelter. His name is William, so I'll have to redo the lettering. :)
Scott Seifer , Hi Scott , I have the Pegas blades readily available at $4.50 per dozen, what size would be the same as the Mach #3. Cheers.
Excellent question. I just started using the Pegas myself and they seem to be a bit thinner. The #5 Pegas may be the closest to the #3 Mach Speed. However, I'm using the #3 Pegas with good results. You just have to be very careful not to flex the blade while cutting which would cause the puzzle pieces to not slide in and out from both sides. I'd suggest trying both #3 and #5 and go with the one you're most comfortable using.
Scott Seifer thanks .