Laguna 14 12 Bandsaw: Thoughts?

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RE: Laguna 14 12 Bandsaw: Thoughts? - nvrkjoyce - 08-21-2016

It is the Laguna 14L, blade length 112", I use the 1" resaw obtained from Laguna. On the fence? I made a jig. I have absolutly NO problems with resaw. If I do - it is something I have done wrong.

I trust my square from Bridgecity which I use to check alignments befor I cut some pricy exotics. I had a problem with the blocks at first, I was sent FedEx a new type, which is present on all now.

The Delta is back to cutting the curvy stuff. Again, I have no problem, a wise investment on my part. No, I have no connection with Laguna. Purchased around 2011. 220V, since changed to 110V

There was a vibration problem at one time, I called Laguna support, told not to tension blade as much, vibration went away. (I had posted a message on this board and all I heard was "your blade is too big" ""get a Grizzley" blah,blah, blah.) Negative.

I am quite happy with my decision and if you hear any of what I just said, I would ignore it. Choice is yours. The badesaw was a "top choice" in Fine Woodworking.

Regards,

Rick

RE: Laguna 14 12 Bandsaw: Thoughts? - LongLook - 08-21-2016

I bought mine a few months ago and out of the box it worked well. Fit and finish on mine is outstanding and although I have yet to resaw anything over 6", it did well at that. I like the fence although it is something of a compromise but overall I like this saw.

RE: Laguna 14 12 Bandsaw: Thoughts? - nvrkjoyce - 08-21-2016

concur. Once you get it, you will be more than happy.

RE: Laguna 14 12 Bandsaw: Thoughts? - Arlin Eastman - 08-21-2016

I will be buying one that cuts at 14" for $450 and I am wondering if I need to know anything special?

RE: Laguna 14 12 Bandsaw: Thoughts? - Philip1231 - 08-24-2016

Update: I had a chance to look at some Laguna/Rikon/Powermatic machines today. I think I've zeroed in on the
Laguna 14bx, 220 volt. I will report back when the deed has been done.

RE: Laguna 14 12 Bandsaw: Thoughts? - Mr Eddie - 08-24-2016

2.5 hp - that should be a nice one! If you're not in a big hurry Laguna has a 10% off sale fairly often. You can also save some money on lights if you buy the magnetic base ones like AgGEM has on his machine. I got mine at Peachtree. They're $20 each as opposed to $100 for the Laguna light.

Lonnie