I have that scroll saw but I bought it back in January for $159 and no gift card. I think you got a great deal. I'm really happy with mine. If you don't have them you might try some spiral tooth blades. They cut in any direction so you don't have to turn the workpiece.
Good job on the pickguard......... A '72 Thinline with a twist. ...
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Guys - learn to disable the flash on your digital cameras.