Olson v FD - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

Buzz · 10-26-2008, 05:41 AM

Has anyone noticed a difference between Olson 2/0 & 2 blades and FD in the same sizes. I tried to compare the 2 blades in the 2/0 size and couldn't detect much of a difference. For some unknown reason I tend to use FD, but I'm not sure why.

marshall · 10-26-2008, 11:55 AM

Buzz : I also have tryed these two and it seems that the FD last a little longer to me . And I think that the FD is the one that I'll be using from now on out !!! Marshall

Carter-Johnson · 10-26-2008, 12:47 PM

I once experimented by holding an identical (in size) two of my completed puzzles up by a corner piece and measuring from one corner to its diagonal. One puzzle was cut by Olsen 2/0 and one by FD. The Olsen puzzle was almost a half inch longer, meaning that the pieces were not as tight-fitting. I haven't used an Olsen since, except soimetimes to cut around the edges of the picture before I start cutting pieces.

Carter

Greenfield_Bob · 10-26-2008, 01:01 PM

I use only FD blades

Bob

f250 · 10-27-2008, 02:05 AM

LOL this cracks me up, here we go again with the blade comparison.

I use the Olsen blades.

You have to try different blades and see which ones do the job best for you. That's how you find the best blade.

My two cents...

Tom

Fremmed · 10-27-2008, 02:54 AM

Dang, I was going to say something profound, but Tom beat me to it...

utbva · 10-27-2008, 03:34 AM

Most blades I use are FDs but sometimes I will use Pegas puzzle blades depending upon the type of puzzle I am cutting. I seem to be able to control the Pegas blades better for color line cutting. Also sometims I will use Olsen PGT blades on some things if I want a little cleaner cut on thicker wood. Once again it is all just a matter of taste and what works best for the type of cutting you do.

SNAPPER · 10-27-2008, 11:48 PM

I use both. In my opinion the FD last a bit longer.
Dean

minowevie · 10-28-2008, 12:43 AM

FD does last longer, if you can get them to track right. I use olson. Evie

10-26-2008, 05:41 AM	#1
Buzz Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Racine, WI Posts: 321	Olson v FD Has anyone noticed a difference between Olson 2/0 & 2 blades and FD in the same sizes. I tried to compare the 2 blades in the 2/0 size and couldn't detect much of a difference. For some unknown reason I tend to use FD, but I'm not sure why. __________________ Buzz We Danes are very even tempered. We're always mad about something!

10-26-2008, 11:55 AM	#2
marshall Just love Being Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Jonesboro Arkansas { USA } Posts: 2,680	FD over the Olson !!!!!!!!!! Buzz : I also have tryed these two and it seems that the FD last a little longer to me . And I think that the FD is the one that I'll be using from now on out !!! Marshall __________________ Usually busier than a cat in a sandbox !!!!!!!!!!! { Dewalt 788 only }

10-26-2008, 01:01 PM	#4
Greenfield_Bob Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Greenfield Indiana Posts: 1,535	I use only FD blades Bob __________________ Delta P-20 & Q-3 Ever notice that anyone going slower than you is an idiot, but anyone going faster than you is a maniac?

10-27-2008, 02:05 AM	#5
f250 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 1,791	LOL this cracks me up, here we go again with the blade comparison. I use the Olsen blades. You have to try different blades and see which ones do the job best for you. That's how you find the best blade. My two cents... Tom __________________ Hawk G4 http://www.scrollsawer.com/gallery/s...00/ppuser/4243

10-27-2008, 02:54 AM	#6
Fremmed Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA Posts: 880	Dang, I was going to say something profound, but Tom beat me to it... __________________ The Journey is the Reward Kevin

10-26-2008, 12:47 PM	#3
Carter-Johnson Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 903	I once experimented by holding an identical (in size) two of my completed puzzles up by a corner piece and measuring from one corner to its diagonal. One puzzle was cut by Olsen 2/0 and one by FD. The Olsen puzzle was almost a half inch longer, meaning that the pieces were not as tight-fitting. I haven't used an Olsen since, except soimetimes to cut around the edges of the picture before I start cutting pieces. Carter

10-27-2008, 03:34 AM	#7
utbva Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Centerville, Utah Posts: 832	Most blades I use are FDs but sometimes I will use Pegas puzzle blades depending upon the type of puzzle I am cutting. I seem to be able to control the Pegas blades better for color line cutting. Also sometims I will use Olsen PGT blades on some things if I want a little cleaner cut on thicker wood. Once again it is all just a matter of taste and what works best for the type of cutting you do. __________________ Bill I have an RBI Hawk 220-3 VS

10-27-2008, 11:48 PM	#8
SNAPPER Dino Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Fergus Falls,MN Posts: 814	I use both. In my opinion the FD last a bit longer. Dean

10-28-2008, 12:43 AM	#9
minowevie Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: california Posts: 6,297	FD does last longer, if you can get them to track right. I use olson. Evie

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