Cutting direction

[Plaquerd]

I just saw another reference to cutting "clockwise" as "wrong" in a different thread. I don't understand this. I cut in both directions, clockwise (CW) and counter clockwise (CCW).
Am I alone in this?
I read about tooth pitch causing the blade to cut more aggressively to one side. I really don't have that problem. I cut both ways with no problems. I have been scrolling a long time and have plenty of "practice". I just don't think it's a good idea to say CW is wrong or CCW is right. Practice both and get good at both, you'll be happy you did. The key word is practice and be patient it may take some time. Any thoughts or comments?

[Jim8Mad]

I also cut in both directions depending on the area to be cut out. I agree that the ability to cut in either direction is a good one to practice. If you are worried about the "burr" on the side of the blade teeth then try PGT blades. They are a bit more expensive, but they cut straight and there is no difference in the ability to turn that some people say they notice.

[SNAPPER]

I cut both directions with no problems.
Dean

[JohnB]

I also cut in both directions with no problems.
Sometimes I notice a bit of difference when doing a really tight turn and the blade is a bit blunt. I just can never remember which way I was cutting when it occurred.

[Jediscroller]

The only time the direction of the cut should matter is when you're cutting an inlay. Other than that, I cut in whichever direction suits my fancy at the time.

[Steviegwood]

Originally Posted by Jediscroller

The only time the direction of the cut should matter is when you're cutting an inlay. Other than that, I cut in whichever direction suits my fancy at the time.

Kevin's fancy gets suited a lot on some of those cats!! LOL

[knothead]

Oh Man!!!!!! Now I will start thinking about it AGAIN.

Tom

[Wood Dog]

WHAT??????????? the wood is cut going away from me. What are you guys talking about?

[Forester21]

Originally Posted by Wood Dog

WHAT??????????? the wood is cut going away from me. What are you guys talking about?

When you cut out a segment - say a circle - which way around do you cut? That's what they mean.

As Kevin mentioned, the only time I'm concerned about the direction I'm cutting is when I'm cutting an inlay.

Theresa

[Rolf]

I cut both ways. But I have gotten into the habit of keeping the waste to the left of the blade. This way when cutting Intarsia, for instance, I am consistent with how I split the line and I don't have to think much while cutting.
It is just something that works for me.