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RE: Bandsaw or Scroll saw???? - PedroOhare - 08-21-2019
Is everyone positive a jig saw isn't the answer? The OP didn't ask, but if cost is a consideration a quality jig saw like a Bosch may provide the best bang for the buck.
Pedro
RE: Bandsaw or Scroll saw???? - 5thumbs - 08-21-2019
Yes, price is a consideration. If I had the money and the space, I'd buy a large bandsaw and a scroll saw. However, neither is likely to happen real soon, so it looks like a benchtop bandsaw is my best bet.
Does anybody have any opinions on the Grizzly 9" bandsaw?
RE: Bandsaw or Scroll saw???? - jteneyck - 08-21-2019
(08-21-2019, 09:06 AM)5thumbs Wrote: Yes, price is a consideration. If I had the money and the space, I'd buy a large bandsaw and a scroll saw. However, neither is likely to happen real soon, so it looks like a benchtop bandsaw is my best bet.
Does anybody have any opinions on the Grizzly 9" bandsaw?
A friend of mine has the little benchtop Grizzly. It's very nicely made and runs great. However, many folks favor the Rikon 10".
John
RE: Bandsaw or Scroll saw???? - PedroOhare - 08-21-2019
I have never used that Grizzly machine, but I have used a small cheap 9" bandsaw from another manufacturer (can't remember which one). It was totally useless. I sold it for $25 in a garage sale and felt guilty for weeks afterwards.
Pedro
RE: Bandsaw or Scroll saw???? - 5thumbs - 08-23-2019
(08-21-2019, 09:16 AM)- it\s pretty nice Wrote: A friend of mine has the little benchtop Grizzly. It's very nicely made and runs great. However, many folks favor the Rikon 10"
John
John,
I've looked at the benchtop Grizzly. It's pretty nice. Thanks for the recommendation.
RE: Bandsaw or Scroll saw???? - mdhills - 08-23-2019
Peter Millard's videos sifting through small bandsaws may be interesting as he looks at the tradeoffs in that class.
Youtube: Milard's Bandsaw playlist
Matt
RE: Bandsaw or Scroll saw???? - Bibliophile 13 - 08-23-2019
Once you get used to having a bandsaw in the shop, you’ll wonder how you got along without it. It’s fine to start with a little benchtop model, but I’d highly recommend getting the most powerful saw you can afford.