Jigsaw from sewing machine. By Salvaging scrap metal. 15:43 video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxHc_gyniUo
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Jigsaw from sewing machine. By Salvaging scrap metal. 15:43 video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxHc_gyniUo
And to think a few years ago I threw out a dozen machines like this because I couldn’t sell them unless it was a complete sewing machine with motor and stand.
To think I see these in thrift shops at least once a month and walk right on by them. As the photo show these old sewing machines where very well constructed. It is a shame there are not more conversion ideas for other uses.Quote:
Originally Posted by mdhatter3
The only thing I don't like about this conversion is the cut on the upward stroke
I have seen these blades available with reverse cutting teeth.
That was my first thought. I must say that I have never seen the point in these types of saw. Anyway I have a small Burgess bandsaw and except for its inability to cut enclosed shapes it does everything that this does with longer blade life. For enclosed shapes I just use a manual jig saw which does not require blade removal to thread it through a starter hole.Quote:
Originally Posted by wizard69