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    Woodworker II

    Just got an order from Rockler. I thought I ordered a 1/8'' kerf Forrest Woodworker II. What showed up was a thin (3/32) kerf. Rockler tells me they do not carry the thicker blade but I can send what I got back if I wish.

    Will I be able to tell that much difference? I have a Jet Cabinet TS with the MJ 1/8" splitter on it and have been using a 1/8" kerf Woodworker II for some time and really like it. I guess I would have to change splitters if I keep the thin kerf.

    If I send it back where is the best place to get the 1/8" kerf? Can't remember where I bought the first one.

    Thanks

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    Jim, I have both, and both work fine. I prefer the 1/8" better myself. Todd

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    Other than with "portable" saws, my preference will always be for a 1/8" ("standard") kerf blade.
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    Jim,go to hartvilletool.com,they carry just about everything.They ship worldwide.They are located in Hartville,OH,which is a little south of Akron.They have an on line catalog,and you can order a regular catalog thru the net.

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    3D Sales usually has the best pricing on Forrest blades, in my experience.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jim Becker
    3D Sales usually has the best pricing on Forrest blades, in my experience.
    Hey Jim...

    Unless I overlooked something like a coupon or rebate, Amazon has 'em beat by $9 and has free shipping (on the 40-tooth 10" WWII, at least).

    Jeff

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    Jim heres the 800 no.for Hartville Tool,1 800 345 2396

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    Quote Originally Posted by J. A. Smith
    Unless I overlooked something like a coupon or rebate, Amazon has 'em beat by $9 and has free shipping (on the 40-tooth 10" WWII, at least).
    Good to know, Jeff. Thanks!
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    You may have a problem with the splitter than the TK blade........

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    Members of one of the "other" forums get 20% off this month at Hartville tool.

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    And there 20% off at Hartville

    There, I got it in - thanks. Hartville is offering 20% off on anything but tools for Father's Day and orders must be in by June 20. You must say you are a Woodnet member - oder by phone or web at Hartvilletool.com - I have had very good experiences with them - tell them Ray sent you (won't do you a darn bit of good, but it might help my ego!)

    Ray
    P.S I don't think this breaks the "no commercial" rule 'cause someone else brought it up.
    Semper Fi

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    I try to buy all my blades 1/8" kerf. That way, I never have to readjust anything for kerf size and my ZC insert fits all. I'd send it back so you match.
    I've bought Forrest blades from both 3D and Amazon. I go for the cheapest price. 3Ds sale and show prices are great. But, I think Amazon has the cheaper day to day prices (especially if you can add a coupon )

    Jay
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    I have both a thin kerf and a regular WWII and I really can't tell any difference. I use the regular most of the time and use the thin kerf when I need extra yield out of a board (like making 1/8" edge banding). I also use one as the backup to the other when they are being sharpened.

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    Ok, I do not want to hijack this thread but...

    I shop amazon all the time, love it.

    But when it comes to saw blades and such,

    you can have my 9 dollars.

    3D sales has unsurpassed customer service.

    Real people skills. I once ordered a zero clearance insert.

    They sent 2. I needed a blade fast, fedex next day, no charge.

    Needed a Dado blade they where out. I jokingly said

    " well whats under the counter?" The sales man said, " how did you know?"

    reconditioned dado, next day, saved 75 clams.

    I will spend 9 dollars for service like that every time.

    Also, I prefer to use nothing but a 1/8th inch blade.

    Per
    "all men dream: but not equally. Those who dream by night....wake in the day to find that it was vanity; but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act their dream with open eyes, to make it possible."
    T.E. Lawrence

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    Thin Kerf

    I am new with the table saw and didn't know there was much difference in using one over the other. I bought the thin kerf and made my own zero clearance insert. I also bought the thin kerf MJ splitter. Is there any reason I should consider using a 1/8" blade vs. the thin kerf? When buying the blade I thought the thin kerf was the way to go.

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