EricD
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Post by EricD on Dec 3, 2019 20:07:39 GMT -5
Good enough for entry level cabbing?:
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NDK
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Post by NDK on Dec 3, 2019 20:20:53 GMT -5
Yup, tile saws are what many, including myself, used before getting formal lapidary saws. In fact I modified mine to use a 10" blade and still use it on occasion.
Before buying a new one, check your local Craigslist or restore. Many times people buy one for a project then get rid of it.
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Post by parfive on Dec 3, 2019 21:09:05 GMT -5
Yup. WorkForce tile saw from Home Depot, $88, did just fine for a hundred and fifty-three of us back in the day.
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EricD
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Post by EricD on Dec 3, 2019 21:16:36 GMT -5
Thank you for the replies. Would a little more money for something like This be worth it? |
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Post by miket on Dec 3, 2019 21:19:57 GMT -5
I've been using a tile saw like the first one, and although it works you're going to want something better in my opinion.
I would say go for the second one.
But again, that's just my 2 cents.
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Post by parfive on Dec 3, 2019 21:27:29 GMT -5
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EricD
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Post by EricD on Dec 3, 2019 21:32:32 GMT -5
I've been using a tile saw like the first one, and although it works you're going to want something better in my opinion. I would say go for the second one. But again, that's just my 2 cents. Thank you. Anything over a hundred and I would just make my own saw, and a proper one |
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Post by parfive on Dec 3, 2019 21:49:14 GMT -5
$219 > $99 for the Ridgid saw?
Jump on it. It’ll also come in handy when you remodel the bathroom.
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EricD
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Post by EricD on Dec 3, 2019 21:55:16 GMT -5
$219 > $99 for the Ridgid saw? Jump on it. It’ll also come in handy when you remodel the bathroom. Ended up paying $127.50 on ebay because home depot doesn't want to ship to my zip
Edit: home depot even wanted $79 to ship it to a city they stock it in...
Edit 2: I do actually need a tile saw for the bathroom. Fixtures have changed locations since 1948
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Post by rockjunquie on Dec 4, 2019 8:26:29 GMT -5
I used a cheap skilsaw (less than 100) for years and still do sometimes. I put a dewalt porcelain blade on it. You don't want that for valuable cuts, though. Too thick.
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EricD
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Post by EricD on Dec 4, 2019 9:07:52 GMT -5
Yup, tile saws are what many, including myself, used before getting formal lapidary saws. In fact I modified mine to use a 10" blade and still use it on occasion. Before buying a new one, check your local Craigslist or restore. Many times people buy one for a project then get rid of it. What was involved in your modifications? |
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Post by Pat on Dec 4, 2019 9:13:38 GMT -5
I use a 4" old used tile saw for most cuts. $7.00. Works well. Big water well.
When I need a smoother cut, or am cutting better material, I use the thinner Ameritool 4" saw and blade.
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Post by NDK on Dec 4, 2019 10:51:19 GMT -5
Yup, tile saws are what many, including myself, used before getting formal lapidary saws. In fact I modified mine to use a 10" blade and still use it on occasion. Before buying a new one, check your local Craigslist or restore. Many times people buy one for a project then get rid of it. What was involved in your modifications? I had to make the blade slot longer, but now I've taken the table off and use it without. I also had to remount the bracket for the splash guard and make taller feet. Now I just set it in a cut down 20 gallon tote instead of using the tiny water dish that came with it. Quite simple mods actually. I can take pictures later if you'd like. |
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