RE: Band Saw or Scroll Saw
You know, I have both, use both.
Scroll saw is great for cutting formers or something where you have to cut out the center and keep the outer....can't do that on a band saw.
Scroll saw has much tighter turning radius.
Band saw is faster. Band saw can be used for a quick "cut this little piece off" much better than a scroll saw.
Band saw will cut with more depth.
Do not forget a good drill press and a good bench belt sander. All of the above I use at least one of every day I build. I NEED all 4, none of them are high end pieces of equipment, Delta and Royobi....we aren't talking professional needs here, this is hobby.
Of course then there is the metal lathe. That is a handy tool, not used too much......
I have too many tools.
Jack