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9th May 2007, 12:34 PM #1
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Small Bandsaws
Having sold all my large equipment I have decided to just turn small items ,lace bobbins, jewellry, pens etc.
I would like to canvass the contributors to these forums for their opinions on the best small bandsaw. Price is not a huge consideration, but obviously the cheaper the better.
I have done a search and the best review seems to be of the Ryobi BS1001. 10".
Jack the Lad.
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9th May 2007, 02:20 PM #2
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Ryobi 1001 seems to be the only small bandsaw with roller guides all around. Looks like a good choice to me.
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9th May 2007, 02:22 PM #3
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Check out the Metabo BAS260. I bought mine about a year back,bought a range of blades (Henry Bros) and have not been disappointed.
Ross
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9th May 2007, 06:01 PM #4
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I have a Carbatec BAS-250. Great little saw with 120mm depth of cut, 245mnm throat and a 1/2 HP motor.
Has roller guides both top and bottom. Dust shute and 45 degree tilt on table.
I use good quality 6mm x 6tpi blades for most work including cutting turning blanks in Jarrah up to 60mm and thicker in softer wood.
Macca
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9th May 2007, 07:02 PM #5
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I also have a Metabo BAS260, and am absolutely rapt with it's performance.
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1st March 2009, 09:58 PM #6
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HAve had a look around the web but cant find the Ryobi 1001 anywhere - at least not in Australia. Not listed on the Oz Ryobi site so any ideas if it is available and if so where can I source one??
Originally Posted by JackoH
Having sold all my large equipment I have decided to just turn small items ,lace bobbins, jewellry, pens etc.
I would like to canvass the contributors to these forums for their opinions on the best small bandsaw. Price is not a huge consideration, but obviously the cheaper the better.
I have done a search and the best review seems to be of the Ryobi BS1001. 10".
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