how do i cut sonotube and keep the cut straight ?

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How hard would it be to make your own mitre box? It was my second project in industrial arts class. I think I was twelve...

Measure the diameter and build your jig?

Shawn.
 

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Problem solved

Had the same issue today, some 8-years + after the original post. After reading the tips I decided to go with the paper method. I took it a step further and used Christmas gift wrap, the type with the grid on the reverse side. It was easy and very accurate, aligning the grid pattern. I traced the factory edge of the wrap on the 12" sonotube. I used a fine-toothed dovetail saw for cutting and ended up with factory-like cuts. Thanks for all the tips, everyone.:)
 
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