Scrool saw for hallowing books.

[mrsn]

in your price range I would go with the porter-cable from lowes.
I have run it a couple of times in the store, and it seems like a decent saw. It also appears to be the same as the Hitachi scroll saw that Lowes used to carry.  I own the Hitachi and love it.
If you are interested in looking for a used saw, I would look for a dewalt.

Also, sorry for hijacking your thread
MrsN

[S.A.W.]

I like to look into all my options before making a pricey purchase.
I don't commit to easily before I'm sure I'm making a good buy.
But thanks and no problem I enjoy good conversation.

So for book carving purposes what kind of blades would be recommended?

~Sequoia~ >:]

[mrsn]

I used a number 7 on the one I did this weekend. The stack is pretty thick and paper is hard on the blade.

[S.A.W.]

I could imagine. I'll look into that.
Thanks a bunch.

~Sequoia~ >:]

[mrsn]

Let me know if there is anything else I can help out with!

[bluesuede]

Wow Katie, thanks for the pictorial, gotta go find a book...
Bruce

[Gabby]

Sequoia,
No one mentioned Craig's list some pretty good deals can be found there. Just be careful and test drive anything you are considering, don't get in a hurry either, take the time to research these things before you lay your money down. Opinions are like noses, everyone has one.
One of the things I do before buying anything new or used is a web search with the word reviews associated with the product. It's not fool proof but it gives you a base to work from. There are many posts here on the forum concerning the best one, look them up.
Good luck,
Gabby