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Band saw or scroll saw?

I am making some toy "name trains" and I need to know what tool will suit me best. I am cutting letters out of 1x (3/4) stock. Probably poplar or pine. What should I buy and any suggestions on brands or models?

To cut out letters such as "A" , "B" , "D" etc. you need a scroll saw because a band saw blade will not fit inside the letters.

As to the best brand, I suggest you do a web search for scroll saw ratings. There are severa out there. Vibration and ease of blade changing are the two primary considerations.

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