The band saw is used primarily for those cuts that aren't straight: gentle curves, circles, etc. But it can also cut straight and accurate lines, bevels and miters. You'll learn: ? Simple maintenance and accurate setup ? How to select the correct blade for your need ? The safe saw to put the blade on the saw and adjust the guides for perfect cuts ? The real story on drift--and how to avoid it And much more! AUTHOR: Doug Dale has been an instructor at the Marc Adams School of Woodworking for 11 years and is in charge of all of the in-house machinery upkeep. When he's not working at the school he is in his shop making furniture and cabinets and dabbling in restoration. Doug currently tests tools for Fine Woodworking magazine and has lectured nationally for the Consumer Woodworking Expo.
