Using and Tuning Your Bandsaw by Hendrik Varju
Passion for Wood, 2011.
$89.95Can; 7 hrs, 54 mins
In his latest instructional DVD, Using and Tuning Your Bandsaw, Hendrik Varju covers the things you need to know to successfully use your bandsaw. The DVDs are broken into chapters and begin with chapters on cast iron and European bandsaws. These chapters describe the different features in each type of bandsaw – helpful if you are in the market for a bandsaw. Next up are chapters on blades, component upgrades, checks and fine tuning, and blade changing and setup. Varju does not stop at these technical setups, but goes on to include several chapters about bandsaw use. He covers ripping and crosscutting, resawing and free-hand cutting, joinery work and making templates.
As in his previous DVDs Varju takes you through the procedures in real time so you don’t miss anything. It’s like he is in your shop giving you a helping hand. As the trademarked name says, this set of 4 DVDs (almost 8 hrs) is “Private Woodworking Instruction in a Box”.
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Looks like something I want, count me in.
Count me in!
I've always wanted one of Hendrik's DVD sets, but could never afford them. Alas, an opportunity to obtain one.
I always can learn more about my tools.
I went green by buying an old Rockwell/Delta 14" bandsaw. With the right tuning I bet I could make this baby sing. Looks like a great dvd.
I'm new to the bandsaw, and can use all the help I can get!
I would love a copy!
almost 8 hrs on the bandsaw , i might just learn something
Sounds great!
Almost 8 hours of tuition. Great.
Comment here. I want it.
Put it on my tab.
I'm just beginning to use my bandsaw more and can use all the help I can get. This sounds like a good deal
Count me in too.
Nice giveaway, 7 hours of pure technical entertainment!
This has to be the most amount of information ever assembled on the bandsaw. I find the bandsaw frustrating because I either have too high expectations of either the machine or me or both
My bandsaw and I need to be better friends. Sounds like this DVD would help.
I love these chances. It's cheaper than gambling and just as much fun!
My bandsaw needs a good tune-up!
This looks like a great resource for those of us who have older bandsaws. Mine is a "Crescent Junior," with 20 inch wheels, probably made in the 50's, all cast iron, even the doors.
Count me in!
just bought first bandsaw. could use the help!
trust me I need this help
The bandsaw is not the tool I think of using first when envisioning most tasks, but every time I use mine I remember what a great tool it really is. Count me in for the contest. Thanks.
I have struggled with the band say, especially with resawing. I can use the help.
Count me in, Hendrik makes excellent videos,
Thanks!
Count me in, too!
Please count me in for the Bandsaw DVD giveaway. I have never felt comfortable using my bandsaw and would love to learn how to set it up and use it properly. Thanks.
Would really love this set. I live in Dubai and there is nothing available as far as instruction here. I have a very good bandsaw and haven't even touched it's potential. This sounds like it would be a great tool to learn from.
count me in.
Thanks for these giveaways - hope I can land this one!
sign me up , please
Count me in!
The bandsaw is one of the most underrated power tools in the average shop, and clearly presented tuneup information is invaluable - do these DVDs qualify? I'd like to enter the contest to win this Hendrik DVD set.
i'm in too
I have his finishing DVDs and they are great. I would love to have this new one on bandsaws!
sounds like a great dvd
Throw my name into the hat
Rebuinding my melted library would be good.
This is a DVD Set I could really use! I can never resaw a straight line!
Of interest.
Free is good
Would definitely be of help.
This definately looks like a book/DVD set that I would like to add to me own library.
I use the bandsaw on a regular basis for everything EXCEPT resawing. I've never had any luck at that. Maybe I will win this video and learn something.
Boy, this looks like quite the comprehensive learning experience. Would love it!.
This comprehensive set of DVDs likes like it offers just the information I need to begin using my bandsaw more effectively.
The bandsaw - the most underated machine in the workshop!
8 hours...might keep me out of the shop for a whole Saturday. Maybe I need a TV for the shop now....
I'm in
Count me in as well.
It's rhythm and blues in a box not private woodworking instruction in box.
I could really use this video... I have two old bandsaws in my shop but I can't get either of them to work properly. Hopefully these DVD's could show me how to tune-up and use my bandsaws without fear of ruining my workpiece.
Please, by all means sign me up to WIN.
Thats one I'd like to have.
Oh man, would I ever love to have this DVD. From what I've heard from Matt's basement Workshop podcast, Hendrik really knows his stuff and I learn something everytime the guy opens his mouth! Please pick me to win this DVD, Please please please!
I surely could use the DVD count me in!
Hendrik really knows his stuff and does a good job transferring his knowledge to others. I would definitely like to have any of his DVD sets.
"Monty, Monty, Pick me, I'm dressed like a turnip"
For those who remember the conception corporation.
Mike
I just got my new bandsaw two weeks ago -- so the timing couldn't be better! (I also just got Roland Johnson's new book -- excellent!)
I teach wood shop at the high school level and just started getting my old Delta in better working order. This DVD would come in handy.
I have a new bandsaw that needs more tuning than I can give it. I enjoy reading about Hendrik, he knows what he is doing and is able to connect with people. I've always wanted one of his DVD sets but can't afford them. Maybe fate will smile on me.
I've been interested in viewing some of Hendrik's DVDs for a while. I'd love a copy!
Love to get a copy of this!
Would love to see his take on the band saw.
Love to see it.
I can get my bandsaw to cut straight, beyond that I am lost !! Would to learn more
Can't decide what bandsaw I need to buy...this would be the way to help zero in on the right choice!
I so need this, thanks for the opportunity.
Would really enjoy this video.
This would be so useful to me - count me in.
Thank you for the opportunity to improve my woodworking.
Looks fantastic!!!!
Please throw my name in the hat.
Would be a very useful addition to my reference library.
Every woodworker should know how to use and tune a bandsaw to take advantage of all it has to offer. This DVD sounds like a complete and detailed primer on its use by a respected woodworker. Would love to own or have access to a copy.
A bandsaw is an important tool for any workshop with a variety of uses. This dvd could add an immense amount of knowledge to my collection and make life easier for me. I'll be looking to add it to my collection at some point.
Looks great - add me into the hat, too!
Looks great - add me into the hat, too!
Looks like the dvd will cover lots of Information on the proper use of bandsaws! Hope to see it!
The competition looks heavy, but I'm always looking for more information on machine maintenance.
Me! Me! Pick Me!
Looks like a very helpful DVD. Put me in to the drawing!
Looks like a very helpful DVD. Put me in to the drawing!
Ditto!
It couldn't come at a better time for me as I have access to a bandsaw which needs a lot of tune-up help.
I have a 60-70 yr old Delta that needs a little fine tuning.
I as a wannabe woodworker have read Hendrik's articles
in Fine woordworking and have other DVD's of Hendrik
and let me tell you Hendrik and tjis magazine have inspired
me to keep haveing a go.
Thanks
Rodney.
I have a brand new band saw sitting in my shop right now that is just waiting to be finely tuned. Please add me to your list and I'll be glad to give the DVD a review. Thanks
Bandsaws are tricky to setup and this DVD sounds like a great resource.
Looks great - add me too!
Just finished my first bandsawn box, and learned a lot. How to put your bandsaw blade on backwards (or is it inside out ?), how to lose small pieces in the wide kerf of the factory insert, how to make wavy resaw cuts (unintended), how to play razorboy when unpacking a coiled new blade... . Hope you understand why all education is going to be helpful !
Looks like a very helpful DVD. Put me in to the drawing.
I would love to win this DVD from Hendrik Not many people as thoughtful and knowledgeable as he is.
It would be nice to see how to set up my bandsaw to actually make a straight cut for once. I have plenty of wood to re-saw.
This looks like a very informative and educational set of videos from Hendrik Varju that Fine Woodworking is giving away. I am in the process of buying a bandsaw right now and these videos would sure help me out. Shoot, with these videos, I might buy an old, rusty, saw cheap and refurbish it to like new. Plus, it's free if I win, can't beat that! Put my name in the hat.
Great book, too. Any tips would be helpful.
Eight hours of instruction - fantastic- please pick me! Sounds very useful.
I am self taught bandsaw user but many times I know I need
help and will claim the promise "your never to old to learn"
please put my name in the hat thank you.
Hope I win. Can use some expert advice on band saw tension
I think I need this DVD. My bandsaw sounds like a pressure cooker when I turn it on.
Hope I win, it doesn't happen very often
I could really use this!
Apparently much more comprehensive than existing DVD and thus similar to a short course such as if offered by Michael Fortune and others.
Terry
His stuff is great! Count me in, please.
This is welcome information regarding the mysteries of some specific uses of/for the bandsaw!
I could really use this info. I have been fighting my 14" bandsaw for about 3 weeks. I can't get the blades to tension property and I have lots of vibration and "clunking" sounds with my smallest blade.
I'm new to woodworking and I've always wanted to try it. I recently received a bandsaw that my cousin gave me. I just don't know how to select the proper blade size that is needed and how to install it. A DVD set like this would help me out alot.
I could use this. My band saw is old and needs some updates. I don't know all I may need to know to do this .
A to Z in Bandsaw instruction
with the book, i'll buy the saw
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