Recent content by Blxxp

Thanks Duncan. I haven't looked at the 12-s-1 before but it looks like a solid little machine.

Realistically I would probably need around 12" under the guides as I make site models that sometimes need trimming after construction and it would be a real breeze to be able to do that on the bandsaw. They are pretty much hollow but that height would give me a great advantage and accuracy over...

Thanks again for the insight. I've always had access to tools through work but since a change a of jobs and a house move I now have the ability (and want) to home my own set of machines/tools. Really I'm looking for three pieces; a bandsaw, a table saw, and a drill press. A midsize bandsaw...

I like the idea of that flexibilty MusicMan. The Inca models do get a good write up that's for sure. As for the Startrite 301 mentioned by Deema. I originally had that on my list along with a 352. They both look pretty slimline and I guess if the weight was right I could get it around the turn...

Another +1 for Inca. Not too much of a hurry at all, more interested in getting the right machine. Thanks!

Nice! Thanks for all the info. I’ll be looking into Kity and Inca models. I’ve used bandsaws for years but never had to move one so I just didn’t know what I was getting myself in for in terms of weight.

Thanks Lazarus. I was actually going through some of the Axminster models tonight so I’ll keep that in mind. Cheers.

Did you have any suggestions for a bandsaw? Even if it has to be disassembled...

I’m only a hobbyist and not generating dust on the regular. I have a constant flow of natural ventilation between two windows. I also wear a high spec mask which will protect me more than an extraction system and no mask would anyhow.

Thanks Fitz. I’ll have a look into the Inca models.

Luckily it has a large window so there’s a decent amount of natural light that makes its way through. Even so, I’ll still need a good extraction system fitted. It can get cloudy down there quick.

Hello all. I’ve lurked these forums for a number of years usually getting some solid answers to some sometimes tricky questions. Today, I made an account to ask for some advice which I could not find via the search function. I’ve spent the last couple of months looking for my first bandsaw. I...