At 07:12 AM 3/20/02 -0800, you wrote: >----- Original Message ----- >From: "Farrell" <mfarrel2@tampabay.rr.com> >To: <pianotech@ptg.org> >Sent: March 20, 2002 6:50 AM >Subject: Bandsaw Recommendation > > > > I need to break down and buy a band saw. What is the minimum size you >recommend for the piano shop (pinblocks, bridges, etc.)? Any favorite >brands? Any special features to look for? I would prefer a bench mounted >bandsaw if that small a unit will meet my needs - however, I hate buying >stuff and then after using it deciding that I should have spent 50 more >bucks and got the bigger or better one. Thoughts? Thanks. > > > >14". The heavier the better. Rules out bench mounted stuff. If you don't >want to spring for a Delta (still my favorite in this category) go for a >clone--Grizzly, etc. > >Del Don't forget the $100.00 carbide 1/2" blade. Makes a huge difference. High-end guides and a can of wax, too. Guy
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