best band saw for beginners

This band saw for beginners video will help you set up and get started using your bandsaw. Nothing to it. I'll take you step by step to operating your saw safely and efficiently.

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[joshwages]

Hit the nail on the head with the directions I’m in the middle of assembling mine

[trep]

Yup, a bandsaw is a very handy tool, maybe the best stationary saw you could have.

[timnevinger]

Great video! Band saws are my favorite machines by far! I have a Craftsman tilt head that I put a Carter stabalizer on. I scroll and sculpt toys, puzzles, letters you name it. A 1/8th 14 TPI blade with the stabalizer is so versitle that I call it the worlds largest scroll saw lol. I keep a second standard model craftsmen for thicker cuts. They do everything that I need. Neither are the smoothest resawers in the world at all but I also have a planer and jointer so that takes care of that in about 3 minutes.

[rogertulk]

I am planning to get one of these when the weather warms up a bit. I had a bandsaw previously and I found i used it on every project.

[FridayWorkshop]

My bandsaw is my most versatile saw I own. It’ll do every cut in my shop. Crosscuts, rip cuts, resaw cuts, and curved cuts. It’s a legit powerhouse. I have a 14” delta bandsaw with a 6” riser block that gives us 12” of resaw capacity. Love our bandsaw!!!

[BassadorWoodworking]

So much great information in this video, Mike. I cannot wait to see the beautiful things you are going to make with that saw. I cannot thank you enough for the kind words. You honor me, sir. I am having some stickers printed and you will be the very first to receive one!

[kennethpierce]

I totally agree with you about machining with gloves on. I was a machinist for 38 years. NEVER wore gloves, rings, long shirt tails, etc. work smart and go home with all your digits at the end of the day. Great video. Thanks

[MarriedManWoodworking]

I agree - no gloves when you are working with power tools. Nice video. Can't wait to see some projects you make with the new toy.

[lawrencelunsford]

Happy Birthday Mike! I've had my Craftsman 14" bandsaw for a few years now, bought it because it fit my budget at the time. Bandsaws are a great addition to the work shop, enjoy!

[ronswoodshack]

Definitely need a bandsaw in future!!! Thank you for the content

[sethdemar]

Awesome video Mike! I have the 9 inch band saw from the same company, its been a game changer for sure!

[RobsCustomWoodshop]

Great review Mike, Have to love those instructions LOL

[Woodworking]

Great video and I agree on the gloves. I have gone to electrical or duct taping the fingers when I'm ripping a bunch of boards if I'm worried about splinters as I keep pressure on boards against the fence. I have an old craftsman 12" bandsaw, got it with a bunch of tools and so far notching items it has been GREAT!!! That's been my main use so far so I'll have to see if some of those mods like a fence will work with mine as well. It will be fun watching you mod yours, looking forward to it.

[brentfrench]

I almost bought the same saw, but got something else. Nice review and nice mention of the upgrades.

[ForbiddTV]

Does the table tilt to make angle cuts?

[nateswoodcraft]

I hope you like it. I have a 10" and a 20". Sometimes it would be nice to have one in between, but 2 is enough 👊

[jewdd]

I’m looking for a bandsaw, one that’s versatile meaning I can resaw stock, make electric guitar blanks, table legs with complex angles and tapers, etc. I’m so scared to commit to anything that wouldn’t be able to do all those things but I obviously can’t afford a jet or really $800 and up is pushing it for me. I’ve bought cheap tools in the past only to wind up getting the bigger better ones and I don’t want to make that mistake here. I’m not professional but would hope to one day be able to make money off of all this investment. Would this bandsaw be versatile and powerful enough to be worth the investment?

[nolanstevenson]

I would also recommend no loose fitting sleeves around spinning blades and machinery

[tomhostetter]

Chris over at :A Glimpse Inside" just made a mobile base for his band saw, go check it out... I ordered the wheels he had in his link cause they are awesome... bandsaw is on my wish list. Great Video Mike and Happy birthday buddy

[fouroakscrafts]

Thanks for this review of the HF 14 inch bandsaw. Have you made any bandsaw boxes with the saw? That's what I'm interested in doing. My Delta 1/3 HP benchtop just doesn't have the power. Overall, are you pleased with the HP bandsaw so far? I watched Bassador's videos too, but a little concerned seeing all the upgrades. Makes me begin to wonder if it might be worth it to save up a little more money and buy a Rikon or maybe a Grizzly.