Just got mine can’t wait.This is a Cadillac compared to a 38 year old craftsman.no light no air .this Wen is a very nice scroll saw for the money. I’m Very satisfied
I bought it, then looked for reviews. Whew! I’m not going to do a lot, but I had a gift card for Lowe’s. But it looks like I’m going to be happy! Thanks. 😊
I still have to figure out how to use the quick-change blade kit that came with it. reason being I bought extra blades and they came without the pin in them, so I guess I have to use the kit? one of the two blades that came with the scroll was like that as well.
Budget but has all the bells and whistles . The table is meant to be semi rough brush finish .... less contact area with the workpiece making the motion while sawing much easier to move , a super smooth finish would cause greater resistance while moving. If you glued some medium density foam to the underside of the hold down arms you would reduce the chattering while cutting by creating gentle downward pressure on the workpiece , not obscuring the sight either.
@@TomHorsmanAmateurBBQ You are welcome , glad to help. 40+ yrs as a furniture maker and wood turner. If you ever need assistance just ask, I don't know everything but a fair bit .lol
Thanks for the helpful video. They have a new model 3923 that has an easy access side panel for easier blade changes. Is this worth $20 more? Everything else is the same. I haven't scrolled before am buying this for a gift. Thanks for your help.
Im about to start making a small homemade pinball machine and I have 1/2 inch mdf. (partical board from a old coffee table) . was looking at a mini table saw but I think this would be the better investment because ill need to cut more than just straight lines. this should do the trick? Awesome video btw!
@@TomHorsmanAmateurBBQ Thanks for the speedy repy! Think I'm going to pull the trigger on it. I been going deep on pinball videos and been watching some awesome homemade pinball tables. Thanks again!
Hey Tom, can I use a coping saw type blade in this scroll saw? I need flat straight cuts. I am working on a project and I need to cut hundreds of pencils into 1 1/2” sections. Thank you
Good video. Don't believe the delivery times on Lowes website, they lie. Not two days. Mine was 7 business days (1 1/2 weeks) from Lowes and Fed Ex. Went with Amazon for my subsequent Wen sander and got it immediately.
Jessica P Creation Thanks for Watching Jessica! If you’ve never scrolled before just start with some cheaper 3/4” pine. Or even some 3/8” fir plywood will scroll nicely.
I was hoping to see the actual unboxing. Mine came in a sloppy state with the faceplate out of position and making contact with the blade, and was wondering if it's normal.
For sure, your channel is very interesting :0 anotherquick question, in your opinion and experience, si it possible to create a cutting board with this scroll saw?(1/2' matericla thickness)?
Hi tom ok now after 1 year using can you share your experience like if any part has broken or suffered wear, extra noise that has appeared and its performance in general till today it would be very helpful if you share this data if you want to put it in the comments it's fine if you want to do a video updatejust in case i subscribe
Thanks for watching! I still have it and it works well for light abc thin material, 1/2” or less. Also picked up the DeWalt which is now my main scroll saw
its oct 2022 home depot in Canada its 192.00 doesn't come with a light, on Amazon its $138 plus $40 for shipping and it DOES come with that light, welp home depot you shot yourself in the foot, going with amazon, thank you for the review
Don't do this.....Take your $100 to Craig's list and do your research on the tools you find there. THIS is a low-end tool.......It will disappoint. Wen makes a mid-range scroll that people like. $370 on Amazon.
I just got mine in from Amazon and cannot wait to start using it. Thanks for the great video on it!
Thanks for watching! Have Fun!
Just picked up a used wen scroll saw, I'm a visual learner - thanks for posting this.
Thanks for watching!
Just got mine can’t wait.This is a Cadillac compared to a 38 year old craftsman.no light no air .this Wen is a very nice scroll saw for the money. I’m Very satisfied
I bought it, then looked for reviews. Whew! I’m not going to do a lot, but I had a gift card for Lowe’s. But it looks like I’m going to be happy! Thanks. 😊
Thanks for watching Clayton! Enjoy
i just got mine. i haven't tried it yet. still trying to learn about scrolling. this was really helpful. Thank you
Thanks for Watching! Enjoy!
I still have to figure out how to use the quick-change blade kit that came with it. reason being I bought extra blades and they came without the pin in them, so I guess I have to use the kit? one of the two blades that came with the scroll was like that as well.
Great review. Thank you ☺️
Thanks for Watching!
I just bought one for 50 bucks very lightly used, excited
Nice! Congrats! Thanks for watching!
Budget but has all the bells and whistles . The table is meant to be semi rough brush finish .... less contact area with the workpiece making the motion while sawing much easier to move , a super smooth finish would cause greater resistance while moving. If you glued some medium density foam to the underside of the hold down arms you would reduce the chattering while cutting by creating gentle downward pressure on the workpiece , not obscuring the sight either.
Good Tips! Thanks for Watching!
@@TomHorsmanAmateurBBQ You are welcome , glad to help. 40+ yrs as a furniture maker and wood turner. If you ever need assistance just ask, I don't know everything but a fair bit .lol
Thanks!
@@TomHorsmanAmateurBBQ Oh, and rub the contact surfaces with an old candle , works wonders without marking the wood.
Awesome! Thanks
i just bought one today i love it !!
Thanks for watching! Congrats!
Hi Tom, nice review! My question is, would I need a band saw if I own a scroll saw?
Thanks for watching! It all depends how thick of material you are cutting scroll saws are only good for 1” or less.
Thanks for the helpful video. They have a new model 3923 that has an easy access side panel for easier blade changes. Is this worth $20 more? Everything else is the same. I haven't scrolled before am buying this for a gift. Thanks for your help.
Thanks for Watching! Easier blade changing is worth the $20
Im about to start making a small homemade pinball machine and I have 1/2 inch mdf. (partical board from a old coffee table) . was looking at a mini table saw but I think this would be the better investment because ill need to cut more than just straight lines. this should do the trick? Awesome video btw!
Thanks for Watching! Yes it should
@@TomHorsmanAmateurBBQ Thanks for the speedy repy! Think I'm going to pull the trigger on it. I been going deep on pinball videos and been watching some awesome homemade pinball tables. Thanks again!
Hey Tom, can I use a coping saw type blade in this scroll saw? I need flat straight cuts. I am working on a project and I need to cut hundreds of pencils into 1 1/2” sections. Thank you
Thanks for Watching Gary! I don’t think so, only pin style blades
i have one and it works great
Jeff Kuipers Thanks for Watching Jeff!
Recommend this unit or one by ryobi? Weekend crafts with my kids no pro or anything
Thanks for Watching ! I’ve not used the Ryobi, so I can’t compare, Sorry
Good blades are a must.
Thanks for Watching! Agreed
Good video. Don't believe the delivery times on Lowes website, they lie. Not two days. Mine was 7 business days (1 1/2 weeks) from Lowes and Fed Ex. Went with Amazon for my subsequent Wen sander and got it immediately.
Amazon is the best!
,? I'm+l pp
I just got mine and cannot get the screws off the panel to change the adapter to pinless.
Did you try to open your panel yet?
Thanks for Watching! I have not
does this saw cut metal with a metal blade or just wood? Thanks
Thanks for watching Chris! I haven’t tried metal but I would think that with thinner material and the right blade that it would
I just ordered mine!! What. Type of wood did you use and you think works best?
Jessica P Creation Thanks for Watching Jessica! If you’ve never scrolled before just start with some cheaper 3/4” pine. Or even some 3/8” fir plywood will scroll nicely.
Ah thank you so much! Loved your video
And the detail of the scroll saw unboxing!
Thank you. Lucky Sonny, got the expensive device !
Thanks for Watching!
I was hoping to see the actual unboxing. Mine came in a sloppy state with the faceplate out of position and making contact with the blade, and was wondering if it's normal.
Thanks for watching Mark! I don’t think it is normal
Mine came that way, too. Just arrived today.
Thanks for Watching
I have a skil saw that identical to that one. Except mine doesn't have variable speed
Thanks for watching!
What's the largest size wood you can cut?
Thanks for watching! 3/4” thickness is pretty much it’s limit
Looks like the harbor freight one to me but with a light ?
Thanks for Watching!
does it cut 1/16" sheet steel??
Thanks for Watching! With the right blade, yes
I bought one with a drill press from Walmart for 200$ it took 3 days to arrive
Nice! That’s a great deal! Thanks for watching!
What is the max material thickness you can cut with it?
Thanks for Watching! 3/4”
For sure, your channel is very interesting :0 anotherquick question, in your opinion and experience, si it possible to create a cutting board with this scroll saw?(1/2' matericla thickness)?
You could try... it’s a scroll saw not meant for perfect straight cuts to fit together pieces for a cutting board
Hi tom ok now after 1 year using can you share your experience like if any part has broken or suffered wear, extra noise that has appeared and its performance in general till today it would be very helpful if you share this data if you want to put it in the comments it's fine if you want to do a video updatejust in case i subscribe
Thanks for watching! I still have it and it works well for light abc thin material, 1/2” or less. Also picked up the DeWalt which is now my main scroll saw
its oct 2022 home depot in Canada its 192.00 doesn't come with a light, on Amazon its $138 plus $40 for shipping and it DOES come with that light, welp home depot you shot yourself in the foot, going with amazon, thank you for the review
Thanks for watching! Enjoy!
Not seeing how to change direction on blade
I’m an amateur but my eyes tell me there’s not a lot of difference in the construction of a sewing machine and scroll saws...
Thanks for Watching!
Wow
Thanks!
Don't do this.....Take your $100 to Craig's list and do your research on the tools you find there.
THIS is a low-end tool.......It will disappoint.
Wen makes a mid-range scroll that people like. $370 on Amazon.
Thanks for Watching
Mine is a piece of junk...waste of $
Thanks for watching! Sorry to hear that
It is the worst piece ove junk ever
Lol, Thanks for Watching