Reply To: Resaw recommendations

That looks like a pallet-load of fun!

I have resawn mesquite, ash and construction lumber with a similar Disston. Check that it’s sharp and doesn’t have too much set. I have tried it with a Japanese-style pull saw and that went a lot slower. But I don’t use the pull saw much and have less practice with it.

Also, you may want to start by flattening and squaring up the faces. After that, you might not be able to get 3/4″ boards off of 5/4 rough. For sure you can get 1/2″ boards.

Mark out your resaw lines as two parallel lines all the way around. Saw between the lines as best you can, flipping the board every dozen strokes or so. Put on some good music too.

By the time you’re through the first layer of that pallet, you will be an accomplished resawing pro.