I was considering buying a scrollsaw, primarily so my 10 year old son and I could do some woodworking together. He's at the stage in life where he's "bored" all the time.
I've never used a scrollsaw in my life, so I was wondering if they'd be considered "safe enough" for a fairly mature 10 year old. He wouldn't do anything stupid or reckless. I'd always supervise him using it.. If by accident he did rub a finger against the blade, is it as devastating as a bandsaw? (I'd guess not).
I'd like to have him start by making puzzles out of 1/2 plywood for his siblings. I don't know if you can get less aggressive cutting blades to make it safer or what.
Again, I'm totally ignorant of scrollsaws, thus I am seeking your input.