Band Saws

[Lance Lafargue]

About a year ago, I posted the same question.  Many recommended the Delta
14", a couple the Shopsmith, and a couple some more expensive than I was
willing to pay like the Inca.  I did _extensive_ research and ended up at
my local Delta dealer when they have their twice annual Delta sale (when
the reps come out, etc.)  It ended up a little cheaper than all of the mail
order places after shipping (but paying no tax). At the time Joel Rappaport
had a used one for sale.  Might check with him now.  I love the Delta, got
the cool blocks, fence, stand, etc.  I got the enclosed model.  I am not as
advanced as some of the others on this list when it comes to rebuilding,
etc, etc.  But it works great for me.  Good Luck and Merry Christmas. 
LANCE LAFARGUE, RPT
LAFARGUE PIANO SERVICES
New Orleans Chapter
Mandeville, LA.
lafargue@iamerica.net

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> From: PDtek@AOL.COM
> To: pianotech@ptg.org
> Subject: Band Saws
> Date: Thursday, December 17, 1998 12:44 AM
> 
> 
> Hello all;
> 
> I am thinking of adding a band saw to my shop. Although I do some
rebuilding,
> it would mostly be used for PianoDisc installs, cutting aluminum trapwork
and
> solenoid rails, and wood stock up to 4".
> 
> Most cuts would be straight forward, nothing fancy, but would be willing
to
> pay for something of decent quality and power.
> 
> Any suggestions?
> 
> Dave Bunch