Mike, you inspire me. I really, really, want a band saw now. If (when) I get one, I have what is probably a dumb question, but I would rather ask it now than suffer the consequences later…

You mentioned lubricating the blade. I have found that carnauba wax on metal makes it slicker than goose poop. Would that work on a BS blade? Or would the heat cause the wax to melt and create bigger problems?

Where are the band-aids?---Pro Libertate!