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How hard is it to cut MDF with a normal handsaw?
Malenko:
its easier then loading it into a pick up truck; well for some people.
javeryh:
--- Quote from: CheffoJeffo on March 05, 2010, 04:15:34 pm ---You know what, with a GOOD handsaw and technique, you can cut straight enough. Problem is that the GOOD crosscut saw that I own cost me more than either of my circular saws did ... and I would not use it for general cutting.
I would totally either rent proper tools or pick them up from a pawn shop.
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Really? Maybe through wood but MDF would just ruin the tool real fast I think. I'd rent too - pawn shop is another excellent idea.
sk8ersublime:
you can get a decent jigsaw for pretty cheap too
ark_ader:
Be patient or you will be cutting at a gradual angle.
Get something you can line up your saw with and keep you cutting straight.
Kevin Mullins:
--- Quote from: Malenko on March 05, 2010, 04:22:21 pm ---its easier then loading it into a pick up truck; well for some people.
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:laugh2:
But back on topic though...... you can most certainly pick up a cheap circular or jigsaw for about if not less than that sheet of MDF cost.
Can it be done with a handsaw..... sure.