New Bandsaw Plunge ! ?

I’m jealous. I’ve been lusting after one of the Rikons for a while now. Unfortunately, there is no longer a Woodcraft store within driving distance since the Mobile store closed. The shipping has also been the thing holding me off and will likely force me to eventually order mine through Amazon…if only I could convince them to have a 10% off sale as well. Anyway, congrats on the cool new saw.

-- Greg, Severn MD

congrats on the new saw… your prob doing the best thing for now…over all with shipping and the 10 %.....good luck and enjoy…will look for some band saw boxes…

-- GRIZZMAN ...[''''']

Remember Grizzly is just a Few hours away from st. Louis.

-- St. Louis - just a cut away from finishing!

Great saw. I have had mine for a few weeks so far and haven’t had any major issues. I would recommend it to anyone. I know Pat had an issue with his lower wheel adjustment but I didn’t have any problems. The only real issue I had was the blade ran a little forward on the lower wheel but this is easily adjusted. Just be sure to pay attention when putting the bottom on the stand. Apparently the holes are not symmetrically spaced on the bottom (by design but not mentioned in the instructions) and if you put it on the wrong way it is offset by about 1inch too far forward. (see JJohnstons post near bottom). I didn’t notice until it was pointed out to me but I really haven’t had any issues with the way it is. I just wanted to let you know so you can do it right the first time.

-- John H. [To invent, you need a good imagination and a pile of junk. ~Edison]

You may be looking for a “better” band saw then what Lowe’s has, but they are discontinuing the Delta 28-276 14 inch 3/4 HP open stand band saw. My Lowe’s has it for $200. Add a riser block, Carter guides and you could save some money. If it is what you want.

Thought I would let you know, I just ran across this tonight ( Friday night, 2/27/2010 ) at Lowe’s here in the DFW area.

Dave

I’d get the grizzly, their service is great. I read about someone that couldn’t decide what machine to purchase. He ended up calling Grizzly and was given a discount. You may find they are willing to deal to get a sale. In fact Grizzly often has free freight on select items. Good luck with your big decision they’re both great saws.

-- Aaron - central California "If you haven't got the time to do it right, when will you find the time to do it over?"

thanks everyone for thier feedback!
i considered driving to springfield to Grizzlzy and buying the saw but then i have the cost of gas and everything for a 6hr round trip… also if i bought the grizzly i would have to add the riser block and i didnt want to worry about alignment and twisting…. where as the Rikon is the about the same price ready to run!

i will look into the new blades recommended and take a look at the links everyone provided…. i wil also keep you posted on the results!

-- Justin, Savannah,Ga