Thread: Bandsaw choice?
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Old 09-07-2016, 06:22 AM
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CC's spot on. Although his portaband mount is a bit too sexy for me, I use basically the same kind of setup. Mine just clamps in a vise so I can use it anywhere there is a decent vise and power...like it that way. I picked up a used deep-cut Milwakee with a cut power cord for $50 and modified it. Work horse with the right blades.
Best part is the small footprint when in use and no footprint when stowed under the bench. Important in a small shop.
Also found that if you want to split scales or slice antler slabs this rig is far more accurate than my big bandsaw (wood). Only limit is the throat limits on the portaband, but thinking ahead can get you around this.


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