I am in the process of trying to purchase a new band saw. I have a budget limitation of $500 or less and am looking for a good bench top model to replace the ancient 12" Craftsman model I inherited from a neighbor that passed away a few years back. I also have some space limitations since my shop is in my garage.
I am not an experienced woodworker by any means an will primarily use this for smaller turning projects.
If I can get to the point where I am not terrible at this I might invest more at a later date - we'll see.
Is it just more worth my while to purchase a brand like Wen or Central Machinery?
I have heard they don't cut particularly straight which is not good. I have been looking at the Rikon and Jet models in that price range and according to the reviews I have read, they both seem to have rampant quality issues.
Any suggestions?
I am not an experienced woodworker by any means an will primarily use this for smaller turning projects.
If I can get to the point where I am not terrible at this I might invest more at a later date - we'll see.
Is it just more worth my while to purchase a brand like Wen or Central Machinery?
I have heard they don't cut particularly straight which is not good. I have been looking at the Rikon and Jet models in that price range and according to the reviews I have read, they both seem to have rampant quality issues.
Any suggestions?