Jet JWBS 14 Bandsaw

[keithkarl2007]

I hope this is in the right place. We had our Chapters woodturning meeting yesterday in a store that has begun to sell macines and lathes. They had the above lathe on display and I was wondering what you guys think of them. Would it be capable of milling small logs into boards for pen blanks and other blanks? I hate using the bandsaw in work because I don't want them to know my business. They know I do a little turning but they hate us doing anything outside of work don't ask me why.
I know I should see a doctor over the reaction I had with dust before buying more equipment. I just love working with wood and if I have to give it up it'll kill me. I'm a qualified cabinet maker by trade and have been working in the same company over 12 years now. I couldn't see myself working at anything else.

 

[ctubbs]

Keith, here is a link to a sled for bandsaws that looks like it would help do exactly what you want. http://www.penturners.org/forum/showthread.php?p=1115285#post1115285
I use my Grizzly 14" BS for that very thing. It does have a 6" riser to give me more room but your saw should do well for you. I am unfamiliar with this saw but Jet makes some good tools. Hope this helps.
Charles

 

[keithkarl2007]

Thanks Charles. I was just wondering if there would be enough power for what I had in mind.

 

[Wildman]

Rikon 14" Deluxe Bandsaw

http://www.woodcraft.com/Product/2020041/18855/Rikon-14-Deluxe-Bandsaw.aspx

You should also look at features on Rikon bandsaw. You may find a better deal if you look.

Jet makes a good bandsaw expensive for what you get see features of the Rikon. Yes, Jet will cut small logs in to boards/pen blanks. Rikon gives you more bang for your bucks.

Good luck with ever you decide.

I own a Grizzly G0555 and wish had the Rikon.