Shop Work: Rikon 14" 10-324 Bandsaw Setup & Review

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A very thorough, and hilarious, review of the Rikon 14" 10-324 bandsaw. From unboxing to a close examination of each of the features, this video will show you all the ins and outs of what the saw has to offer... while making you laugh the whole way through.
For those interested in learning more about the saw, check out Rikon's spec sheet here: www.rikontools.com/product/10...
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[@KSFWG]

Some comments and observations: 1.) Instructions? Really? Are you an engineer? 2.) Now I know why I can't win anything at the slots in Vegas - Rikon took all the "winning" handles... 3.) Are sure it's a leprechaun inside for the tension marker? It could be a shop gremlin... 4.) So THAT'S why and how I make so many mistakes -- I'm not paying attention to the mistake-ometer.... Thanks for that tip! 5.) Best setup/review video to date! Thanks for the video and for putting up with my "snarky" comments -- that is, if you didn't ban/block me from your channel after reading this.... lol

[@FishersShop]

KSFWG, LOL! Thanks for the great comment! Too funny! Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@lanemcook1]

You made the sale on this saw! Love your humor and clear demo of each feature. Thanks.

[@FishersShop]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@staceymiller5046]

Thank You! I researched and did my due diligence and landed on this saw.... Just brought it home this morning and assembled this beast. As you so aptly informed us this thing just says high end !!! really excited about using this thing!!!!

[@neilbuilds7475]

Definitely the best setup and review video I found on this band saw --- which right now is sitting in the box in the back of my SUV ready to be unloaded, unboxed, and magically assembled.

[@FishersShop]

Hah! Have fun! :)

[@ricewing1]

I have been investigating bandsaw’s for several weeks. And came across the Rikon model 14” 10-324. Thanks for putting this video out and showing how the machine is put together. I just finished getting mine put together and I am anxious to put it to use.

[@Alliejen12345]

I’m buying this saw after looking for a year for a 14” saw. If Rockler doesn’t appreciate your work with discounts or free tools they’ve done you a disservice. YOU are the reason I chose this saw. Love your videos and the humor is an added bonus!!! Thank you sir!

[@FishersShop]

Right on. I think you meant Rikon, but I've worked with Rockler too. haha. You won't be disappointed. It's a good saw!

[@mainerdiy8399]

This was a great overview and love your sense of humor!

[@StevenDavisPhoto]

Hilarious descriptions. Made it even better. Thanks.

[@Dave51262]

One of the best review videos out there. Very entertaining and great sense of humor. Well done! Really liking your channel too.

[@jmoss1980]

I’m crying from laughing so hard. This guys comments reminds of “this old Tony”. Loved the video and it helped me to decide which saw I want to buy.

[@al48701]

Just ordered mine. Should be here in two weeks. Looking forward to using it.

[@hansangb]

Christmas is around the corner... This may be the one! Thank you for the informative and humorous review!

[@hebierob]

I DIED laughing! Been looking at the Rikon for a while. Thanks sir!

[@stevehall5886]

Probably the best commentary I heard for a review video. 😂😂😂

[@FishersShop]

Glad you enjoyed

[@aq8973]

Love your sense of humor dude, keep that up and make more videos. Thanks

[@FishersShop]

You got it!

[@TheCarlTuckerson]

Informative, funny, and yes, helped me make a decision on a new bandsaw.

[@adamlanolsen]

great review, you helped finalize my decision to pick this saw. Thanks!

[@FishersShop]

Glad I could help! :)

[@tystahl3961]

Thank you for the review on the saw. I am currently looking to purchase the same model. You just made a big decision easier.

[@joedance14]

I always enjoy your humor. Also appreciate the information. Hope to replace my nine inch bandsaw some day. Take care and stay safe!

[@FishersShop]

Thanks for watching!

[@MrJohnnyboyrebel]

Speaking as a former technical support engineer for nine years, you will not lose any man points for RTFM (Read The Field Manual, or Read That Fine Manual, or Read The F'ing Manual.) Rikon makes a fine bandsaw. I need to replace a very old AMT 14"er, and Rikon is in the running. Thanks for the entertaining review.

[@willyzook]

Great video! I bought this saw back in February, but it’s still sitting in the box in the corner of my shop. I think it’s time to assemble it and start putting it to use 🤣

[@STLCCRT]

Thanks for a great overview with a great sense of humor!!!!!!

[@FishersShop]

You're very welcome! :)

[@g.m.forsythe9626]

Thanks so much for this informative (and at times, really funny) review. I just took a 175-mile trip Rockler in Kennesaw, GA yesterday to pick this saw up. It was $1200 and I received a $100 gift card to boot. Today I began the assembly process, but it took longer than I had thought to assemble the table because of my own stupidity (screwing the legs INSIDE the top......DUUUHHH). Seeing your review made me glad that I had selected this saw as I think it will serve my needs (primarily re-sawing 2x6's and 2x8's which I receive for free and use after de-nailing them). My wife is a serious gardener and is constantly calling for planter boxes (which I make of the 2x stock after cleanup) and rails on the top to make them look pretty (which is where the need for 1x stock comes in). What started out as "repair these old planter boxes left by the former owner of our house has mushroomed into a never-ending project. At last count we have 43 planter boxes with #44 under construction.

[@FishersShop]

Awesome! Glad the video was helpful!

[@garybassett1588]

Your video was the convincing factor for me! Ordered mine this morning

[@FishersShop]

Nice! You'll love it

[@tdavey5599]

great video--love the puns

[@BsBucWiLD]

I am getting this because of your review... Thanks!

[@jessieeubanks5869]

Loved the commentary on the video. I'm setting up the exact saw this weekend. Great review.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, Jessie! You'll love the saw, I sure do.

[@ZakAmbrose]

Great help! Thank you! Just assembled and am leveling now. I'll be revisiting your video I'm sure throughout the day as I get used to changing out and adjusting the several blades I've purchased for experimenting with the accuracy of the tensioning guide as I usually do this by feel as well as the re-saw max potential through rock maple, 13".. Going to attempt to cut a couple les pauls in half

[@MitchellDeitrich]

Best narrative ever! lol

[@FishersShop]

Mitch Deitrich lol! Thanks Mitch!

[@FrostTrunks]

i'm dying, this was great... thank you

[@DNHandcrafted]

Hahaha. Love it! So many funny parts to this Drew. That bandsaw looks awesome. I'm still using a Craftsman 12" that is older than I am.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks Doug! Yeah, I had an old Craftsman too that I actually just ended up selling to a viewer of mine. Funny thing is, the first time I edited this video, I did a serious review of it. After I compiled it and was ready to upload it to KZbin, I watched it one last time and said to myself, "Man... this is so boring!" So I deleted the voice over and went a different route with it. :)

[@jameswebb9738]

I just ordered this saw. I’ve been researching a new one to replace my 10 inch WEN. This one got great reviews. Your video was very informative and yes funny !!

[@FishersShop]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@tommasociofi1938]

Informative and hilarious

[@bassrockstech]

Thank you for this. I already bought the saw (still have to set it up), but this was helpful and ever-so-slightly funny, too.

[@FishersShop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ApolloWoodwork]

lol one of the only reviews I've not wanted to fall asleep through 😎

[@FishersShop]

Haha, thanks!

[@timg8337]

Wow. That was helpful! Thanks!

[@FishersShop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bigofishbone]

Great video...I had the same problem like you had and that was getting it on the stand...

[@jeffselano2300]

hahahahahah. I laughed out loud at this review so hard my staff came in to see what was going on. I'm a subscriber now. Well done sir.

[@FishersShop]

Hehe... welcome aboard!

[@memphistn4534]

i bought this saw and so far I really like it. The price was very good at $750 on sale , easy to use and adjust or change the blade, so im happy with it.

[@JC-wz8oo]

I lo e this video. Actually laughed. It also gave me all the info I needed. Buying this saw in the morning

[@FishersShop]

Glad you liked it, JC. You'll enjoy the saw for sure!

[@robertkaplan7180]

Very helpful and funny. Although . . . now I've got "spin you right round, baby, right round" going through my head.

[@MrRenoman2011]

thanks great video

[@joelegrand5903]

I like the four videos I have seen, but the bucket is by far the best. I learned more useful information from the band saw & table saw videos, but the bucket is still the best.

[@VitalityMassage]

I had no inkling that I was going to subscribe to this channel before I came but after hearing about the Leprechaun and the underwear tension, I am absolutely sold to watch more of your videos. Do you still like this saw? It's been 6 years.

[@FishersShop]

Yeah, the saw has held up great. I've purchased and installed the toolless guide bearing retro-fit kit though and that's been very nice to have.

[@floobertuber]

Great review, very informative! I've yet to buy my first bandsaw, but one of these days'that's getting remedied. Because of very limited shop space, I've been looking at Rikon's 10-305 model, the 10" little brother of this saw. What impressed me is the structural integrity of even their 10" saw ... it looks much better made than all the 9" saws made by B&D, Ryobi, et. al. that have crappy plastic sides. Yeah, those other brands of saws may be a little cheaper, but something so wobbly and cheap-feeling has no place in my shop. Even though the 10-305 is a "compact" bandsaw, its wheel housings are thick steel... even the doors... as is the entire frame and base. By way of comparison to the 14" version you reviewed here, the 10-305 runs about $230. Alas, it simply doesn't have some of the fancier features that this 10-324 has. Like, for example, that awesome tight/loose tensioning bar, windowed tension adjustment gage or that very nice round fence rail on the table. Of course, the 14" version is almost four times the price of the 10", so I guess that goes with the territory. Again... Thanks for the awesome review! Given the space and a few extra hundred bucks, it'd be a no-brainer to pick up one of these! Well, BUY, I mean. As you rightly noted, "pick up" is no small task when the saw weighs well over 200 pounds!! .

[@hugochavira8068]

Thanks for the information..

[@kennethnorris8340]

I found this machine a little top heavy and nearly turned it over on myself. Thank God that it wasn't running! To solve the problem, since my shop is in the basement, I got a screw eye bolt, drilled appropriate hole in the top of saw. Then two screw eye lag screws into two floor joists and attached it via two turn buckles from opposite directions. It is solid now. It was an accident waiting to happen!

[@mkbcoolman]

I've been looking at this exact model recently, and it just went on sale. I think it's time to pull the trigger.

[@briantopps5638]

Just bought it online. Will arive in 7-10 days

[@tpatrickm1]

Just got mine on Saturday. I just tore open the box and attached the stand while the rest of the machine was still on the ground.

[@dennisfahlstrom7422]

Looks like a very nice upgrade. I’m sure you’ll get a lot of use out of this. Nice review of it also. That tall fence will come in handy for resawing once you make the adjustment to the table to zero out the wander. That will change and need to be redone when you use other blades.

[@FishersShop]

Yeah this bandsaw came with a resaw blade but I think it's gotten dull because it started to wander really bad. It wouldn't burn the wood, which made me think the blade wasn't dull, but I couldn't resaw anything without it cutting a large belly. I'm pretty sure I have things set up properly on the saw, but maybe it's a configurational issue. Oddly enough, I can put a small 1/4" 3TPI on and resaw just perfectly... so it makes me think it's the blade.

[@dennisfahlstrom7422]

Fisher's Shop you might decide to add a resawing blade with carbide teeth to your blade stash. They are much pricier than the HSS blades but while I’ve had to sharpen the HSS blades several times and eventually replaced them the carbide blade holds its edge and keeps on cutting well. I’ve cut soft metals with it also.

[@MultiTom1956]

Congratulations and enjoy the new toy:-)

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, Mahendra!

[@stryker2764]

Great video, love the humor! Good explanation too. I wonder if you would make another video after you've had the saw for a few months and have done quite a bit of re-sawing on it and tell us what you think of its re-sawing capabilities. I'm saving to buy a new 14" bandsaw this year and I'm debating between this one and the Laguna 14/12. Thanks for sharing this great video!

[@FishersShop]

After doing a bit of resawing on it, I've determined that the saw is great... however the blade isn't. The stock blade has apparently lost it's edge and it wants to wander now when doing resawing. It didn't used to do that right out of the box so I think it's just gotten a bit dull. Aside from just having to keep a sharp blade, I love the saw. Had I know how much of a chore it is switching blades and resetting all the guides, I would have spent the extra cash and gotten the next step up model that has features that simplify that process.

[@stryker2764]

Ah yes I've read that the blade change and set up is tedious on this model. I think for that reason I would go with the Laguna 14/12. which is said to be an easy blade change. Thanks for your feedback. :)

[@claytonlemieux4090]

On my Ricon 14 inch I first assemble the base and place it on a rolling mobile base and use my chain hoist to lift the saw and maiered it to the mobile base

[@ZakAmbrose]

loved to watch you unpack and get the saw up on it's base. I too did this alone, but was able to rig a makeshift pulley assembly to my suv's ski rack and inner back mesh hooks, lowering the saw down onto the pre-assembled base which I attached to the roller base I had purchased and bolted the assembled legs / base of the saw to. I recommend this approach if you're unloading alone into a garage ( not a basement)... --- Cleaning and saw maintenance as I've learned the hard way. --- for those purchasing a saw for the first time ---- Suggest spraing down the entire saw, especially the heavy table with "Glide-Cote" (Bostik). If you are new to using stainless / steel tools, please be aware that ALL tools benefit from providing them with a protective coating (Not WD40) that will not stain your wood when sliding across, but will provide for much longer tool life. If using in a garage with vehicles, try to store away from any engines that would / will give off steam / head and moisture when being pulled into the garage, away from any water fixtures, etc... May seem obvious to some, but tools will rust in almost any environment that isn't air tight with 0% humidity. Not being aware of this need for most all tools, now have a box of my cheap / disposable files / worn and torn bits / saws, and a tool box for all of my router bits / dremel bits, dove-tail saws, drill bits that all receive monthly refurbishing / inspection as I've found over the time no matter how / what a "stainless" steel finish may claim to be able to fend off the elements and remain sharp / crisp, there is always a level of moisture in the air, even in a garage which will eventually allow rust to creep in and dampen the effectiveness of your primary source of joy / a refined cut / shaving / route... Over time this will actually save you time and money replacing and / or having to discard your once favorite instrument for precision creativity. I wish more people had told me about this when I was getting started, I would have saved several of my favorite / sentimental saws and router bits... - For all those whom are just getting started in their new passion as I have been... Hope this helps save someone the time and money I have had to spend repurchasing bits / files and the more delicate of carving instruments.

[@FishersShop]

Wow... wrote me a novel. Thanks for the comment and the pointers. Glad you liked the video. Thanks for watching, Zak!

[@johnkennedyswenja]

Nice saw.

[@crankytrails3503]

Drew, please tell me you've tried your hand at standup comedy! Fun watching this setup and review, as I just picked up a used Rikon 10-325. It's gotta be my new favorite tool in the garage. Oh, and good Lord yes it's heavy! ;D

[@Rage-of-War]

ha ha ha then this video was suggested by youtube after I asked my question on your other vid :)

[@angusestcourt7120]

Perfect timing, I am looking for a band saw and the answer to how they built stone henge in the uk! Thank you 👍

[@FishersShop]

I'm pretty sure they used my previous bandsaw to build stone henge.

[@josephsomerville8186]

Dad jokes on point

[@turcocarpinteria2847]

Hello Drew I saw your video and decided to buy one, I'm very happy with that. But I can't set the fence at 90' degrees from the table, how you did that? Thank you

[@doglasmarcio]

very nice

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, doglasmarcio!

[@comabereni1]

Great review. It's down to this saw and the Grizzly G0555XH that adds cast iron wheels, a slightly more powerful motor (1.75HP), and a closed base for only a little more ($1,010 delivered). Still, this saw is about $150 less and seems like a nice choice. Thanks for your review--very informative _and_ humorous.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks! The next model up has a couple more features that make blade swapping a bit easier. I sorta wished I went with that one.

[@cabman86]

I have wanted one of these for years. I cut 1-2' logs into lumber for my keepsake boxes. My old saw only cuts to 5" high. I have to cut them in half with the chain saw before I can cut them on the band saw.

[@FishersShop]

This has been great for resawing for my projects. You'd like it

[@geraldblack30]

I'm looking at a Rikon or a Laguna for my next bandsaw, so this was very helpful. But where can I get one of those Golden Sticks of Pushing?😆

[@albertcontreras8284]

i’m looking to replace the tires on my 10-324... urethane. will the 14x1 work

[@dpmeyer4867]

irreverent humor....so so much appreciated.

[@asabot4you683]

Are you selling that Country Western song on iTunes? I can't find it and it's very catchy. Seriously, man what a great video that blends sarcasm, wit, comedy, and, oh yeah, some actual helpful information. Keep it up!

[@turcocarpinteria2847]

Great video, but how you can set up the fence to 90' to the blade? i buy one from looking your video, it's works great, but I can't set the fence to 90', because when I tight the knob ok the fence alway pass the 90. Thank you

[@FishersShop]

Try adjusting the trunnions under the table surface?

[@jtmin1]

Thanks for the review. Up until I saw your review I had not seriously considered Rikon. Now I have gone to a local Woodcraft store to look at one. They had just sold the model you have. Then over the weekend the Video Woodworkers show was in Skiatook OK and I talked to a number of creators who told me this was a very good band saw. Now that you have had it about a week, do you still like it as much as you thought you would. Based on past sales at Woodcraft I will have to wait a while to get it on sale. But that gives me time to save the cash. Great video.

[@FishersShop]

Yeah, I love the saw! You'll love it too if this is the one that you decide to go with. Another thing that I didn't mention in the video is that, from what I hear, Rikon has phenomenal customer support as well. You can't go wrong with this one. Thanks for watching and best of luck!

[@jtmin1]

Thanks for the quick response. Two things, as I am about to pull the trigger on this band saw. Did you get it from Woodcraft or another vendor? If you do not mind telling me, what did not cost you? I am seeing a number of prices that can vary $100 or more dollars apart.

[@FishersShop]

I got it at my local hardware store that is a registered Rikon dealer. It was on sale for $699.

[@jtmin1]

Thanks.

[@jimbolton2513]

hahaha cute video enjoyed it

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, Jim!

[@manojkumarsuthar2467]

Jim Bolton

[@barryroberts6470]

Very nice Bandsaw, and a very funny Revue as well, i had a few laughs in there, i wonder if Rikon do them in the UK as well. Barry (ENG)

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, Barry! Glad you liked it, I sure had fun making this one. Oh, and I think Rikon is just USA and Canada. I could be wrong though.

[@SK-or9bo]

I have this saw and I cant get a straight resaw cut out of it. No idea what I'm doing wrong. Came here to find some help, found some humor, so it's okay. I will tell you that I dug out an old weightlifting belt when I lifted it up on its base. Bearhug and a squat got it done.

[@FishersShop]

Getting a straight cut relies on a number of things. Sharp blade and guide bearing settings mainly. First, slide both your thrust bearings backs on the upper and lower set. Then adjust your blade so it cutting teeth ride on the center of the tire. Then move all your guide bearings up so they're a hair away from the blade. Try your cut again then.

[@Mensch2229]

Band saw is now on my wish list. Can I get you to put it together for me complete with commentary? Thank you sir!

[@brumblebuffin11]

After your first quip, I thought, "Well finally - - a YT video that is going to be both informative and entertaining." I wasn't disappointed.

[@FishersShop]

Haha, glad you liked it. :)

[@ZakAmbrose]

My saw is temperamental due to the fact the I have her on a roller base and have to move her in and out of garage. I would obviously recommend to any is encountering the same scenario to mark out where you pull your saw out to and make sure to always position you saw in the same place is you're not into constant alignment of your table to get true 90deg. resaws, locking the "feet" into a secure position to increase your chance of keeping your table at a true right angle. - Just trying to save those whom would go through the same learning curve I am.....

[@FishersShop]

Good tip, Zak. Yeah, I'd like to get a mobile base for mine but with the limited space that I have in my shop, I don't really have any place to roll it to. As long as I'm not resawing 8ft boards, I should be ok. Thanks for watching and commenting, Zak.

[@markquinlan4876]

Well done Drew. Been waiting on a price drop and it appears now may be the time. Questions - After 1.5 years, are you still happy, happy, happy or do you think a few hundred extra dollars for the 326 would have been a better investment? Is there a different bandsaw you would purchase today? Are you paying the leprechaun under the "bandsaw table" or is he 1099'd? Thanks Drew, you are a fine man, God Bless.

[@FishersShop]

Good question... I think I would have splurged a bit more to get the next model higher. In the next higher model they added convenient thumb knobs to quickly adjust guide bearings without the need for an allen wrench. There's also some other features, but that's the one that stands out. But yes... I'm very satisfied with the saw and don't have buyer's remorse at all.

[@markquinlan4876]

@@FishersShop Thanks Drew. I'll be resawing mostly I think. $400.00 for feature, hmmm. Table, motor, knobs, adjustments, that's what make it fun. No wrong choice, just choice. Thanks for the help man. I really appreciate you! God Bless...Q

[@shamel3052]

Nice video. I was considering another saw but now will take a harder look at this one. I need a saw that I can easily change the blade. How is it in that category.

[@FishersShop]

It's not too bad, actually. The 10-326 model (1 step up from the 10-324) has easy to use thumb screws to adjust the guide bearings where I still have to use an allen wrench, but that's not really a big deal. The blade comes out easiest if you have enough room to open up the cabinet doors ALL the way (which I don't, but it still works... just needs a bit of finesse). Admittedly, the first time I changed the blade, it was quite a chore adjusting all the guide bearings. Now when I do it, I'm done and ready to go in 5 minutes. Definitely give Rikon some thought. After having the saw and using it a while, I'm still super happy with my purchase. No buyer's remorse at all.

[@mikekenig]

I'm looking at getting my first band saw and really enjoyed your overview. That's great to hear you are still super happy with the purchase. I'm hoping to order one soon!

[@FishersShop]

Outstanding, Mike! You won't be sorry. I love my Rikon!

[@MadamCoyote]

Thanks for this video. We will be purchasing ours in about 3 hours. The downside is that we own a Chevy Sonic as our only vehicle. So, wish us luck LOL.

[@FishersShop]

Hah, good luck! :)

[@MadamCoyote]

Believe it or not, it worked!!!! We unboxed it in the parking lot and tetrised it into our car. :-D Yup, we are happy makers. We have a bandsaw now !! :-D

[@FishersShop]

Congrats! Have fun and keep your fingers! :)

[@MadamCoyote]

So far so good. But we've only made one cut LOL

[@TheHandystanley]

REALLY? All I have to do is stop turning the knob? You're not pulling my leg or key chain are you? LOL! Masterfully done! A bandsaw acquisition in the next stationary tool on the list....Laguna - Rikon - Grizzly...hummmm?

[@FishersShop]

Thanks so much, Stanley! Had a lot of fun making this one. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@loopedmess]

wow nice gift

[@FishersShop]

Thanks! It was a birthday and Father's Day gift in one.

[@RipSoNasty]

Mine was fully assembled by Wood craft! Plug and Play

[@ReddickDesign]

G'day from Australia, just wondering what you think of the bandsaw after 3years.

[@FishersShop]

It's still working great for me!

[@glennryzebol4472]

Hey Drew after using this saw for a while, are you happy with it? I am wondering how you find the resaw capacity. Does it do a nice job? Thanks. Love your terrible and therefore hilarious jokes. Keep em coming lol

[@FishersShop]

Yeah, I like it. I bought the tool-less bearing retro-fit kit for it and that makes it much nicer and easier to change blades. Resawing has been great. The fence is real nice and I've never once bogged down the saw.

[@5redwine1]

You should get an act together and move to Las Vegas. Funny. Moving heavy stuff by yourself is tough. I was able to lift my table saw by putting a heavy duty I bolt in a beam in the ceiling of my basement. I used (2) heavy tie down ratchet straps under the saw table top to lift it. Hooked both strap hooks into the same I bolt. Worked great.

[@FishersShop]

That's a good idea... the lifting part, not the Vegas part. Hah! In hindsight, I should have just laid down some cardboard/blankets and assembled everything on its side. Probably would have been easier. But then you would have missed me doing my Superman flex after I finally lifted it. Thanks for watching!

[@cp_guitars]

Excellent review, had me cracking up with some of the unexpected commentary. After close to a couple years on how are you liking the saw? Still performing?

[@FishersShop]

Thanks! Yeah it’s been treating me well so far. There’s some pros and cons that I’m happy to share with you if you send me an email.

[@cp_guitars]

Thanks, I sent you a message through your website

[@rabwilson6974]

After having the saw for a couple years now, what are your thoughts on it?

[@FishersShop]

It's doing its job just fine. I like it.

[@rabwilson6974]

@@FishersShop I've got that same saw on the top of my list. I've got an old Diltec 14 inch bandsaw that is falling apart. Anyway, thanks for the great video and the reply👍👍

[@yardsports2610]

Where do you perform stand-up? I'm buying tickets!

[@FishersShop]

Stand-up? Sounds exhausting. Maybe I'd consider doing Sit-down. Sounds more my speed.

[@TomSnyder--theJaz]

Hey! Where's the out-takes?!?!?! ;) Great review, Mr. Fisher -- Well done.

[@FishersShop]

The whole video is pretty much one big outtake. Lol! Thanks, Tom!

[@TomSnyder--theJaz]

Ha! I agree, Mr. Fisher (but, I still love the out-takes ;) Cheers!

[@David_Powell]

The outtakes got taken out.

[@jayross6588]

No way, I think it’s always important to go through the manual even if you know 100% where every part goes

[@reddawgleaderone]

Now that you’ve had this bandsaw for five years, do you still recommend it? I have an ancient Jet that is ready to be rehomed.

[@FishersShop]

Yeah, I still like it. I have since retro-fitted it with the toolless guide bearing upgrade from Rikon and that makes a world of difference.

[@reddawgleaderone]

@@FishersShop thanks Drew. I’m really enjoying your channel but I can only give it four stars after talking to your neighbor. Sorry man

[@ogbobbyjohnson6716]

This made me laugh a little too hard. I actually did use this vid as the deciding factor to go to wood craft and purchase my first REAL bandsaw.

[@FishersShop]

That's awesome, Robert! Hope your like your new saw! :)

[@jjharv85]

Drew, where can I get some Fishers Shop merch? I'm setting up a woodshop in my garage and would love to display a sticker!

[@FishersShop]

I have stickers and T-shirts on my website at www.FishersShopOnline.com. :)

[@stevecollins9450]

Great review, thanks. Do you still like the saw?

[@FishersShop]

Yeah, it's been doing well for me. I think I'll be purchasing the retrofit kit to change out the guide bearings and adjustments to the toolless version though. Should make changing blades quicker.

[@stevecollins9450]

@@FishersShop Nice. Thanks for the info.

[@osgeld]

packing blankets are your friend against concrete

[@FishersShop]

Yeah, I don't have any of those, but I do have some large sheets of cardboard that probably would have worked. Thanks for watching, osgeld

[@kevkimmell]

Heading into year 5 (assuming the saw hasn't killed you yet)... still a good member of your personal tool community?

[@FishersShop]

Yup, sure is. Great saw for the price and still works like a charm for me.

[@novatogems]

Leave the saw in the box lying down on its back. Cut the cardboard and some styrofoam away. Make the stand and attach it to the saw. Raise up the finished product and remove the rest of the box and styrofoam. Tada!

[@BarryHull]

Doofus goofball jokes, yeah I subscribed. Great entertainment. Thank you.

[@FishersShop]

Nothing but the best for you, MachTwo57! :) Thanks for subbing. Glad to have ya!

[@ahmedaldossary1243]

How much is it , and your location ?

[@BronkBuilt]

Typical sales hype! Completely glossed over the fact that there is a latch on the inside for the leprechaun to escape and the cost of a new leprechaun is twice the cost of the entire bandsaw.

[@FishersShop]

Haha! Those pesky leprechauns! If they're not sneaking out of the saw, they're cloggin' up the dust collection!

[@clydebalcom8252]

Keep your Man Card. I read the owner's manual before any assembly.

[@naregj91]

Better than Grizzly G0555?

[@FishersShop]

If you ask me... yes. And it's cheaper.