I'm sure this has been posted hundred's of time but I couldn't find anything specific to circular saw blades or rip blades in the archives. I was hoping all you experts could point this amateur in the right direction
The first blade I need advice for is a rip blade for my table saw. I currently have a WWII. I have a project coming up where I'll need to rip some 8/4 cherry, and I think it's about time for a dedicated rip blade. I like my Forrest blade, but it doesn't appear that they make a FT 20-24 tooth rip blade. I don't mind spending the bucks if it's a really good blade. Freud owners seem to like theirs. My local hardwood lumber supplier carries Amana but I've never really heard anyone mention them much. What other brands should I consider?
Second, I need advice on a circular saw blade. Someday I'll spring for the Festool but it's not in the budget now. Would a 7.25" WWII make sense for cutting mostly plywood? It tried a non-carbide teeth "plywood" blade and was rather unimpressed.
Thanks in advance,
Todd