Got a new Delta bandsaw!
With Father’s day came the chance to finally get a tool I’ve wanted for a long time - a bandsaw. I ended up with the lower-level Delta model 28-276, which has the open base and 3/4 horsepower motor. I just couldn’t see paying more than $200 for an extra 1/4 horsepower and a closed base.
So far the sucker cuts like a dream. I bought a 1/2″ Timber Wolf blade for it that is much nicer for resaw than the 1/4″ blade that came with the saw. Not bad for $30. I’ve also looked into roller guides, but what I’m reading suggests the improvement in performance is pretty small. I think I’ll stick with the steel guides, and take care in adjusting them.
The next purchase will likely be a Kreg fence.
