I second this. I have a scroll saw that was given to me. Makes scale fabrication fast. You can cut exact which cuts down on sanding time.
The other invaluable tool I have is my 1x30 belt grinder. Makes sanding fast and easy.
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Thanks for your informative reply Euclid440. I mostly cut out scales with jig saw and hand sand and final shaping from there.
At first i thought these mini saws may be OK for cutting/ripping scales from 6" x 1" x 1" blocks, but they dont appear to have the cutting depth needed. My best option appears to be getting a Scroll saw , probably second hand.