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   ahughes | Dec 28, 2007 06:09am | #1

   Hey Sean i use laguna blades.And i like them.The first couple i bought i did not keep the tires clean and guides close. And got some funny wear from the bands.But the three i have now track well.I think one has been resharpend five times.I use my blades on woods like ebony maple etc.Hope this helps.

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   Hastings | Dec 28, 2007 06:36pm | #2

   Sean:

   I am a little embarrassed to tell you this (read on). Long story short, get the Laguna, you won't be disappointed.

   My Laguna 16 HD was delivered with a 1" blade, along with three other blades in a box (1/4". 1/2" and 1"). Since my main need was to re-saw some 12/4 cherry, I set the machine up and have been using it for about a year with the original blade in situ. Although, I have been happy with the results, I had a problem with some large cedar so I changed to the blade to one that was in the unopened box.

   The difference was absolutely astonishing. The blade went through like butter leaving an edge nearly as smooth as a table saw. It makes the first blade look like a piece of crap.

   My original deal with Laguna was that they would provide their blades, but I have no idea what the installed blade was. Anyway, I don't think you will regret it.

   Now you know why I feel a little stupid!

   Regards,

   Hastings