Blue Jet Bandsaw 14" for $195, should I get it?

i’d say yes. looks like a fairly typical 14” delta clone BS. not sure why it wouldn’t accept a riser kit, but that doesn’t sound like and issue for you. at least you’re smart enough to buy a used jet and not fall for their marketing crap. today’s jets are long on promise, short on delivery and expensive, making them poor values. $150 would be a gloatable deal, IMHO. just make sure he includes the mobile base.

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$195 with a mobile base is a good deal. The HP and riser is basically irrelavent if resawing is not in the cards. Buy a couple good quality blades and have fun.
I’m not crazy about the switch location, but I’m only mentioning it just to be a jerk :)
Generally speaking, I think the older blue Jet products are better than the modern Jet machines.

It may be a 12”.

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Several years ago a knowledgeable person told me that $200 for that saw was a good deal. I’d say to go for it. Offer him $150 and work your way up.

I bought the saw this AM. The cast top needs a little work but I don’t see why a riser block won’t work. It’s the JBS-14 and I’ve seen that the new kit fits with some modifications.

Thanks for the advice guys!