On Mon, 01 Nov 2004 19:08:12 -0600, tzipple
wrote:

I am about to buy my first bandsaw. I think that a 14" saw with a riser
will be big enough. I have narrowed the choice to 2 quite different
machines. The Jet 710115K, at $599 seems to be a good balance of price
and quality. The Powermatic is also a great machine, but is more
expensive at $899.

However, the Powermatic comes with a good fence, miter, lamp, Carter
Quick-Tension release, dual bearing blade guides, etc. Just the fence,
miter, and lamp would add about $135 to the price, making the price
difference between the two saws "only" $165. But that seems like a
reasonable price to pay for the added features like the better blade
guide, somewhat more powerful motor, etc.

I have a Jet drill press and a Powermatic jointer and like them both.
Any thoughts on whether the choice and whether the Powermatic is worth
the added cost. Thanks?
The Carter Quick-Tension release is $149 if bought separately.
Wouldn't mind having one of those on my BS.

TWS
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