I have a 24" Laguna band saw and keep a wide carbide tipped installed. Anytime any curved cuts are needed a blade change is required along with readjusting the guides. I decided that a small band saw would be a good addition to the shop. The odds of my winning the one at the picnic were astronomical since winning the Kapex last year so I decided to start looking for one to purchase. Found this one on Craig's List. Although it is larger and heavier than what I had in mind, there was no way I could pass on it at fifty bucks. Have not cut with it yet, but will as soon as the blades I ordered arrive.