Resawing with a 10" Bandsaw? Absolutely!

I bought a new bandsaw back in November and as I shopped around, I desperately wanted a larger saw (like the Rikon 10-326 or the Laguna 14BX) but couldn't justify the expense at this point. Those saws are totally worth the price, but my budget was nowhere near $1300-1500. So, after a lot of research, I went with the Rikon 10-3061 and I don't regret it at all. It's a great little saw! There were several things I liked about it over other benchtop models, but the top 2 features that sold me were the 5" resaw capacity and the tool-less adjustments (also, I heard the build quality was top-notch.)
This video shows how I've set up the saw for resawing and what accessories I'm using to accomplish a consistent cut. Hope this is helpful!
#woodworking #wood #resaw #rikon #tools
Used in this video:
Rikon 10-3061, I ordered mine from Acme Tools and had a great experience with them: www.acmetools.com/shop/tools/...
Milescraft 1407 D/TFeatherboard: tinyurl.com/5xr4knht
Olson 1/2" x .025 x 70.5" - 4 TPI bandsaw blade: tinyurl.com/3tc79n2m

[@rollingstone3017]

Right there with you regarding the Laguna. I lust for it but simply can't justify the current $2000 for it. As a hobbyist I would rarely if ever need its capabilities. I just bought the Rikon and I'm sooo glad I did. Saved a huge amount of money, and the Rikon is one sweet machine. Best wishes, and thanks for the video.

[@jewdd1989]

I just ordered and received mine, I can’t wait to use it for resawing and all the things bandsaw can do so I’m thrilled

[@colemine7008]

Thanks for this video.

[@MikeyFFA500]

Nice setup. Shouldn't the featherboard be pulled back so it's not applying pressure past the cut?

[@WhiskyPankcake]

I wish these had just one more inch of height. 6 inch boards are the sweet spot i find for alot of projects. Still a nice setup thanks for sharing

[@Bob.Silverstein]

Just ordered this saw, and based on your video I decided to order the feather board too. I've needed one for the table saw for a long time and this convinced me. After two years are you still happy with the saw?

[@hueybui]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I was looking to do something similar. FYI, I don’t think it’s an issue with the featherboard but rather the miter slot on the Rikon is only 5/8 and not the standard 3/4”?

[@cubbyswoodworks]

Yep...it's annoying.

[@MNwineboy]

Is there a particular tension you use on the blade? I get a drift toward the fence when I resaw. I do have the stackable feather board and will give that a try.

[@cubbyswoodworks]

Here's the way I set up my bandsaw: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXjFi6SNlshjoLc

[@cubbyswoodworks]

I hope that helps!

[@post22]

Are you still liking the Olson blade for resawing? I'm very close to buying the exact same setup for small resawing tasks.

[@cubbyswoodworks]

Sorry I'm just responding to this. Somehow my notifications got turned off. Yes, I'm still using the blade and am very happy with the setup! Good luck!

[@post22]

@@cubbyswoodworks Thanks!

[@murse1981]

Thank you for taking the time to share this review - What made you choose the 10-3061 over the 10-305? It appears you are pleased with the decision, but didn’t know if there was anything in particular that swayed you towards the 3061. Thanks again for your review.

[@craigsherrill7070]

More horses

[@cubbyswoodworks]

The 10-3061 is 1/2 hp, has a better fence, and has the quick release for changing blades. Those features and it just being overall better build quality. Hope that helps!

[@murse1981]

I picked one up a month ago and love it!

[@cubbyswoodworks]

@@murse1981 So happy to hear that! I still love mine too.

[@BGraves]

@@cubbyswoodworks could you give me a precise measurement for the actual cutting height for resaw capacity? I have a design that uses wood exactly 5 inch tall finished and it would be ideal if it had just a little bit more clearance.

[@tcbridges]

Can I ask what you make with all that walnut. I need a saw to make veneer

[@cubbyswoodworks]

I build a custom hood for a kitchen remodel. To minimize the weight of the hood I cut these down to a more manageable width. (And by the way, this Rikon is a great little saw!) Good luck!

[@TK.919]

@@cubbyswoodworks would love to see the hood!

[@mr.shellcracker9161]

Are you still happy with this model? I’m debating getting this one or a 14 inch

[@cubbyswoodworks]

If I could afford the 14" that's what I would have gone with...maybe someday. However, I'm really happy with this one, for now. I wouldn't hesitate to buy it again. (That being said, get the 14" if you can swing it.)

[@posamund]

how's this holding up a year later?

[@cubbyswoodworks]

Fantastic! I love this little saw!

[@leswilson1988]

That odd sized miter slot is a pain. If you modift your feather board for band saw,, then it's wrong for table saw or router using standard sized slots.

[@cubbyswoodworks]

...for real!

[@jkuen6744]

Wondering why the feather board set to squeeze the blade and cut walnut requiring the shim?

[@cubbyswoodworks]

Not sure I understand the question but the mitre slot on this saw doesn't quite fit this guide so I had to rig it.

[@briannelson4122]

Magswitch

[@Antweak83]

What was the width of the board you re sawed?

[@SteveHiemstraAKAspeg]

He said 4.5”

[@cubbyswoodworks]

This bandsaw has a 5" capacity. Hope that helps!

[@BGraves]

the model number in your description is dyslexic 10-3061