u/Mobydickulous2

Just picked up a HP 6in trim saw, tips?
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Just picked up a HP 6in trim saw, tips?

Looking for any tips/links/hacks for those who run a Highland Park 6in trim saw.

Also a couple specific questions:

-What do people run for oil, and are there brick and mortar locations to pick up a gallon? I’d rather not have to pay to have it shipped, but not much in the way of lapidary suppliers near me (I’m in Vermont).

-Related, is oil the better option over just water? I’LL be using it to pre-shape rocks for tumbling, mostly agates and jaspers.

-Any additional splash guard solutions folks have made? It seems fairly contained with the blade guard and the plexiglass splash shield, but looking for any other tips on minimizing mess.

-Has anyone set up a fence to ensure straight (or at least more straight) cuts? I know they offer one for the 10in saw, but I didn’t see anything for the 6in.

u/Mobydickulous2 — 1 day ago