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I hope you have more Jimmy clamps than what's shown😜. I started with 25 on my stripper. On day 2, I paused long enough to make 25 more. I don't know I ever had all 50 in use, but close to it.
 
Be sure you Skilsaw, is rated for at leas 13 AMPs. Most now days are 15 AMP.

The Skilsaw method is night and day better than a Band saw, or a Table saw !
Me, some 30+ years ago, cutting strips with a 13 AMP. Makita. That saw is still capable !
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My saws have evolved, over the years. A Vise grip for a handle, and a bucket to keep the saw handy, and off the ground.
This Old craftsman has done a lot of cutting !

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Jim: Can't help but notice the PPE. Wish I had seen that (and heeded it) when I was cutting strips. I have no known allergies, and have been working with wood a very long time. After cutting strips in shorts & no shirt for a couple hours, covered in cedar dust, I learned the hard way cedar contains chemicals that can cause nasty side affects. I felt like I had Covid for 2-3 days.
 
I had no troubles with skin reaction. but yes, Cedar can be detrimental to your lungs !!! I picked up a full face mask, that I will try the next time cutting strips. There is one out there that has an air pump and fastens to your waist. Definitely worth it if you plan to cut a lot of cedar !
 
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