Forrest Saw Blades – Why Choose Forrest?

Woodworkers and serious hobbyists know that a high-quality blade can be an invaluable tool for achieving the quality of cut that they want. Unfortunately, not all saw blades are created equal, and choosing the right one can be difficult.

Forrest makes a wide variety of saw blades that meet different needs. Understanding how each blade is designed for a specific application helps you choose the best one for your woodworking project.

Made in the USA

Forrest Manufacturing is a family-owned business that has been making saw blades in the USA since it was founded 66 years ago. Its commitment to quality and American workmanship runs counter to the trend at many other firms to outsource production to Europe and Asia.

Serious woodworkers count on Forrest blades to deliver smooth, quiet cuts every time without splintering, scratching or tearouts. Whether you use them on a table saw, miter saw or bandsaw, their advanced design and high-quality components will provide many years of performance.

Teeth: The number of teeth indicates what type of cut the blade can make, as well as the material it is best suited to cut. A blade with fewer teeth, called a combination blade, can make rough ripping cuts and crosscuts; higher count blades, like dado blades, create the grooves needed for interlocking joinery.

The Woodworker II 40-tooth thin kerf blade, for example, is designed to perform well on both rip and crosscuts. While not perfect, it does a good job of cutting a wide range of hardwoods and softwoods up to 2″ thick, so you can be confident that the results will be smooth and ready for joinery.

Precision

Forrest saw blades are precision-engineered from corrosion-resistant C-4 micrograin carbide that delivers up to 300% longer life between sharpening. They’re hand-straightened and tensioned to produce a runout accuracy better than 0.001” per tooth.

They’re made to handle the most demanding applications for crosscutting and ripping with minimal tearout or vibration. And, to help keep your blade in tip-top shape, Forrest also offers a variety of accessories.

To keep your saw blade clean, Forrest recommends cleaning it with its own industrial-strength, ammonia-based Blade Klean kits, which include a brush and spray bottle. Diluted with water, the special formula removes pitch, sawdust and gum from blades.

Safety

When it comes to table saw blades, safety is a top priority. That’s why a good manufacturer will provide plenty of safety information in the owner’s manual and other materials that accompany a new saw.

Many blades are designed for specialized applications, including ripping wood up to 2 inches thick. These blades have a specific tooth geometry that’s designed to meet that particular need.

Whether you’re making simple rip cuts or precision crosscuts, a quality saw blade will help ensure your cuts are perfect. The right blade will also last longer than a less-durable model.

Forrest offers a sharpening service that brings your blade back to the exact tolerances it had when it was new. These precise services are available for other manufacturers’ blades as well, so if your blade has gone bad and needs a bit of TLC, it should come back looking better than new.

Value

A saw blade is a critical part of any woodworking tool. Its performance depends on its materials, manufacturing process, and kerf.

High-quality blades often cost more than less-expensive ones, but they tend to last longer and require less maintenance. Additionally, they are more likely to provide accurate cuts and resist splintering and scratching.

Forrest manufactures a wide variety of blades to meet specific needs. These include specialized blades for laminate, plywood, and thin veneers, as well as general-purpose combination and ATB blades for ripping and crosscutting applications on table saws.

Forrest saw blades are among the highest quality available and are backed by the company’s expert staff. This makes them a valuable addition to any work shop.