Hi All, I had been deciding which 14" bandsaw to buy, a Jet (Taiwanese)or a Delta. There was around $150 difference between the real thing and the Jet being a very good copy of the Delta. I spent the extra money and got the Delta with the enclosed stand, 1 hp motor, rip fence, and mobile base. Got it from Woodworkers supply and it was delivered to my wifes office by truck yesterday. I went by and reloaded it on my truck to bring to the shop. Talk about heavy, wow. I spent last evening and part of today putting it all together. Trued up the saw according to the directions and in the process of assembly and adjusting I found out where the extra money goes. The blade guides had adjusting knobs that worked along a threaded rod that adjusted very smoothly and easily. In fact, this is the first big tool I have bought that went together really great the first time. The pulley on the motor shaft is machined steel and looks like a work of art. I am very impressed. The good part is I succumbed and paid more, thinking I would get real quality that showed. I was right and I am very glad I paid more and got something I am now very proud of and it was made here in America. I am impressed. Long live quality tools made in America. James Grebe R.P.T. of the P.T.G. from St. Louis, MO. USA, Earth pianoman@inlink.com " Is recreation the same as re-creation?.".
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