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UPDATE: Using and Tuning Your Bandsaw by Hendrik Varju

Betsy Engel, contributor

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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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Comments (110)

manu31 writes: with the book, i'll buy the saw
Posted: 6:03 am on September 20th

Jasper_50 writes: A to Z in Bandsaw instruction
Posted: 9:47 am on September 19th

frankmartin writes: 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 .
Posted: 8:50 am on September 19th

NKMorpheus writes: 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.
Posted: 12:19 am on September 19th

t3e871 writes: 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.
Posted: 10:15 pm on September 18th

mikeroth writes: This is welcome information regarding the mysteries of some specific uses of/for the bandsaw!
Posted: 9:43 pm on September 18th

Circuit Rider writes: His stuff is great! Count me in, please.
Posted: 7:56 pm on September 18th

thatch writes: Apparently much more comprehensive than existing DVD and thus similar to a short course such as if offered by Michael Fortune and others.
Terry
Posted: 7:35 am on September 18th

retireejd writes: I could really use this!
Posted: 8:45 pm on September 17th

metrofender writes: Hope I win, it doesn't happen very often
Posted: 7:59 pm on September 17th

1100stx writes: I think I need this DVD. My bandsaw sounds like a pressure cooker when I turn it on.
Posted: 6:52 pm on September 17th

jsulieb writes: Hope I win. Can use some expert advice on band saw tension
Posted: 6:35 pm on September 17th

fdecker writes: 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.
Posted: 6:33 pm on September 17th

MEwoodworker writes: Eight hours of instruction - fantastic- please pick me! Sounds very useful.
Posted: 5:01 pm on September 17th

Gwspies writes: Great book, too. Any tips would be helpful.
Posted: 4:08 pm on September 17th

Wixom writes: 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.
Posted: 3:03 pm on September 17th

whampoo writes: 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.
Posted: 2:43 pm on September 17th

KenHANGITALL writes: I would love to win this DVD from Hendrik Not many people as thoughtful and knowledgeable as he is.
Posted: 2:13 pm on September 17th

tooljim2u writes: Looks like a very helpful DVD. Put me in to the drawing.
Posted: 1:24 pm on September 17th

Guts writes: 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 !
Posted: 12:47 pm on September 17th

woodangel writes: Looks great - add me too!

Posted: 11:50 am on September 17th

rp709 writes: Bandsaws are tricky to setup and this DVD sounds like a great resource.
Posted: 10:47 am on September 17th

geodown writes: 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
Posted: 9:35 am on September 17th

eurobrit93 writes: 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.
Posted: 6:23 am on September 17th

JMN57 writes: I have a 60-70 yr old Delta that needs a little fine tuning.
Posted: 6:13 am on September 17th

KarmaIan writes: 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.
Posted: 5:24 am on September 17th

opie123 writes: Ditto!
Posted: 3:32 am on September 17th

Geoffco writes: Looks like a very helpful DVD. Put me in to the drawing!
Posted: 8:43 pm on September 16th

Geoffco writes: Looks like a very helpful DVD. Put me in to the drawing!
Posted: 8:42 pm on September 16th

O2man writes: Me! Me! Pick Me!
Posted: 7:21 pm on September 16th

DonzoB writes: The competition looks heavy, but I'm always looking for more information on machine maintenance.
Posted: 5:17 pm on September 16th

rondeal writes: Looks like the dvd will cover lots of Information on the proper use of bandsaws! Hope to see it!
Posted: 11:56 am on September 16th

cahudson42 writes: Looks great - add me into the hat, too!
Posted: 2:02 am on September 16th

cahudson42 writes: Looks great - add me into the hat, too!
Posted: 2:02 am on September 16th

dickaw writes: 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.
Posted: 4:15 pm on September 15th

sphinx242 writes: 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.
Posted: 1:13 pm on September 15th

BA3 writes: Would be a very useful addition to my reference library.
Posted: 12:18 pm on September 15th

papabear62 writes: Please throw my name in the hat.
Posted: 11:33 am on September 15th

mrfixitnow writes: Looks fantastic!!!!

Posted: 9:33 am on September 15th

GARY S. writes: Thank you for the opportunity to improve my woodworking.
Posted: 9:01 am on September 15th

NikonD80 writes: This would be so useful to me - count me in.
Posted: 7:02 am on September 15th

PurdueDan writes: Would really enjoy this video.
Posted: 6:47 am on September 15th

rodk1 writes: I so need this, thanks for the opportunity.
Posted: 12:47 am on September 15th

rpaul1 writes: Can't decide what bandsaw I need to buy...this would be the way to help zero in on the right choice!
Posted: 6:05 pm on September 14th

ronberneburg writes: I can get my bandsaw to cut straight, beyond that I am lost !! Would to learn more
Posted: 11:20 am on September 14th

scarter5324 writes: Love to see it.
Posted: 7:58 am on September 14th

Ljlc writes: Would love to see his take on the band saw.
Posted: 8:55 pm on September 13th

ctrpt writes: Love to get a copy of this!
Posted: 7:14 pm on September 13th

jdfriesen74 writes: I've been interested in viewing some of Hendrik's DVDs for a while. I'd love a copy!
Posted: 4:25 pm on September 13th

JohnNorth writes: 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.
Posted: 1:09 pm on September 13th

bigjon_175 writes: 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.
Posted: 10:34 am on September 13th

Flactem writes: 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!)
Posted: 10:27 am on September 13th

mbholden writes: "Monty, Monty, Pick me, I'm dressed like a turnip"

For those who remember the conception corporation.

Mike
Posted: 10:16 am on September 13th

D11RDozer writes: 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.
Posted: 10:14 am on September 13th

Archfella94 writes: I surely could use the DVD count me in!
Posted: 9:17 am on September 13th

JLYoung writes: 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!
Posted: 8:18 am on September 13th

Meuleman writes: Thats one I'd like to have.
Posted: 6:03 am on September 13th

Dreamcatcher writes: 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.
Posted: 5:43 am on September 13th

Ron Alley writes: It's rhythm and blues in a box not private woodworking instruction in box.
Posted: 5:41 am on September 13th

Steviegwood writes: Count me in as well.
Posted: 1:58 am on September 13th

benito writes: I'm in
Posted: 12:38 am on September 13th

educeus writes: 8 hours...might keep me out of the shop for a whole Saturday. Maybe I need a TV for the shop now....
Posted: 11:28 pm on September 12th

spiritlevel541 writes: The bandsaw - the most underated machine in the workshop!
Posted: 11:09 pm on September 12th

Pennstate84 writes: This comprehensive set of DVDs likes like it offers just the information I need to begin using my bandsaw more effectively.
Posted: 9:46 pm on September 12th

Pohnpei writes: Boy, this looks like quite the comprehensive learning experience. Would love it!.
Posted: 9:12 pm on September 12th

workbench1 writes: 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.
Posted: 6:30 pm on September 12th

davecook writes: This definately looks like a book/DVD set that I would like to add to me own library.
Posted: 5:36 pm on September 12th

GoRedsUS writes: Would definitely be of help.
Posted: 5:18 pm on September 12th

HayesFurnitureDesign writes: Free is good

Posted: 4:17 pm on September 12th

pgelburd writes: Of interest.
Posted: 3:25 pm on September 12th

Basicskills writes: This is a DVD Set I could really use! I can never resaw a straight line!
Posted: 3:14 pm on September 12th

carpentarius writes: Rebuinding my melted library would be good.
Posted: 2:50 pm on September 12th

pcoleman writes: Throw my name into the hat
Posted: 1:16 pm on September 12th

konaman writes: sounds like a great dvd
Posted: 1:12 pm on September 12th

C_Russell writes: I have his finishing DVDs and they are great. I would love to have this new one on bandsaws!
Posted: 12:38 pm on September 12th

MrDG writes: i'm in too
Posted: 12:26 pm on September 12th

WMP writes: 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.
Posted: 11:42 am on September 12th

HoosierWoodworker writes: Count me in!
Posted: 10:48 am on September 12th

Oldtyme writes: sign me up , please
Posted: 10:28 am on September 12th

caub writes: Thanks for these giveaways - hope I can land this one!
Posted: 9:24 am on September 12th

jbrabso writes: count me in.
Posted: 9:22 am on September 12th

ruhlenhop writes: 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.
Posted: 9:07 am on September 12th

iwoodifyouwood writes: 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.
Posted: 8:33 am on September 12th

johnb writes: Count me in, too!
Posted: 7:04 am on September 12th

chucktown writes: Count me in, Hendrik makes excellent videos,
Thanks!
Posted: 6:53 am on September 12th

HowardPeson writes: I have struggled with the band say, especially with resawing. I can use the help.
Posted: 6:47 am on September 12th

sleclerc writes: 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.
Posted: 6:00 am on September 12th

jockcameron writes: trust me I need this help
Posted: 5:00 am on September 12th

wayne_jc writes: just bought first bandsaw. could use the help!
Posted: 12:51 am on September 12th

chicagopete writes: Count me in!
Posted: 12:01 am on September 12th

Oregonwoody writes: 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.
Posted: 12:00 am on September 12th

mkarafa writes: My bandsaw needs a good tune-up!
Posted: 9:49 pm on September 11th

Jollyroger writes: I love these chances. It's cheaper than gambling and just as much fun!

Posted: 9:49 pm on September 11th

JeffB writes: My bandsaw and I need to be better friends. Sounds like this DVD would help.
Posted: 8:18 pm on September 11th

RDM writes: 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
Posted: 6:59 pm on September 11th

Mikecorwin writes: Nice giveaway, 7 hours of pure technical entertainment!
Posted: 6:54 pm on September 11th

KJC10 writes: Count me in too.
Posted: 3:57 pm on September 11th

SteveGreen writes: I'm just beginning to use my bandsaw more and can use all the help I can get. This sounds like a good deal
Posted: 3:47 pm on September 11th

littledempsey writes: Put it on my tab.
Posted: 3:46 pm on September 11th

JZPortland writes: Comment here. I want it.
Posted: 3:09 pm on September 11th

Paul_C writes: Almost 8 hours of tuition. Great.
Posted: 2:57 pm on September 11th

rhenton writes: Sounds great!
Posted: 1:27 pm on September 11th

Larrythewoodguy writes: almost 8 hrs on the bandsaw , i might just learn something

Posted: 1:15 pm on September 11th

MGWOOD writes: I would love a copy!

Posted: 12:36 pm on September 11th

WoodCutter900 writes: I'm new to the bandsaw, and can use all the help I can get!
Posted: 11:36 am on September 11th

madjack writes: 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.
Posted: 10:58 am on September 11th

jeknow writes: I always can learn more about my tools.
Posted: 10:40 am on September 11th

Dean7 writes: I've always wanted one of Hendrik's DVD sets, but could never afford them. Alas, an opportunity to obtain one.
Posted: 10:40 am on September 11th

griph0n writes: Count me in!
Posted: 10:34 am on September 11th

Artex writes: Looks like something I want, count me in.
Posted: 10:01 am on September 11th

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