Power tools bandsaw blades

[curley]

I'm changing out my factoty bs blade,I want several different sizes.1/4,,3/8,1/2.But I'm not sure what brand is best.I want a good cutting blade,Any sugestions? By the way ,good to meet a lot of new friends.Hello....Jim:eusa_clap ps.It's a Craftsman 12in. 89 1/2 long

 

[sapwood]

Curley,

I'm sure you will get lots of opinions on this question. Here is a link to a similiar question someone posted earlier.

Hope this helps,
Roger

 

[Monty]

I would suggest calling Woodcraft Bands. Just tell them what you want and what type of work you do, and they'll steer you in the right direction.

 

[michaelgarner]

i made an order for a bandsaw blade from woodcraft (only can afford one right now) but they wanted to know what size and what it is used for and set me right up. thanks for the info monty

 

[curley]

Thanks for all the help,I think I'll go with Woodcraft.I have heard a lot of good things about Timberwolf to.But I think I'll get one from Woodcraft and if I like that one I can get my others from them. Thanks again Been a lot of help. :eusa_clap

 

[gator]

Timberwolf, Timberwolf, Timberwolf. Call Suffolk Machinery and talk to the CRS, They are a big help in helping you choose the right blades for what you want to do.

http://www.suffolkmachinery.com/

George

 

[mkepke]

I think "Woodcraft Bands" sells mostly Lennox bi-metal blades whereas "Woodcraft" the retail store sells Suffolk Machinery's "Timberwolf" line of carbon blades.

The Lennox bimetal blades are much more durable and have comparable cut-quality to the Timberwolf, but about 1.5-2x the cost (but 5x the longevity).

YMMV.

BTW, if you are buying 1/4" and 1/2" blades, I wouldn't bother buying 3/8" too.

-Mark