Bandsaw resaw jig

One of the best ways to turn thick boards into thin workpieces is by resawing them at the band saw. But if you’ve ever tried to resaw using a fence to guide the board, you know that the blade can sometimes drift, leav-ing you with an uneven cut. This simple jig takes care of that problem.

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Re-sawing, the process of cutting a board into thinner pieces of the same length and width, opens up a world of woodworking opportunities. Re-sawing allows you to create wide panels from narrow boards, thin pliable pieces for bent laminations, thin sheets of veneer, and even turn logs into lumber. Like any woodworking skill, re-sawing takes time and practice to master.

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After struggling with his bandsaw fence, blocks, clamps, and a resaw guide, John Hodges of Kaufman, Texas, decided to design his own bandsaw resawing guide.

Bandsaw Resawing | Popular Woodworking Magazine

This great little jig for your band saw installs quickly with no fuss. And the pivot block lets you adjust for the drift that might come with your band saw.

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