Tools & Materials
Jet - Jet JWBS-14DX 14-in. Bandsaw
Jet’s JWBS-14DX 14-in. bandsaw features a 1-1/4 hp motor, a 12-1/8 in. resaw capacity once a riser block is added, and a quick-release tension device.
Sep 01, 2007
Wheel misalignment and lack of power are the big issues with the Jet. It performed well in all the curve-cutting tests, but if you plan to do a lot of resawing, this machine is not your best bet.
Photo: Thomas McKenna
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Comments
Wow, probably the most lack luster review I’ve found from Fine fine woodworking yet. Almost seems like their was zero effort applied
This was part of a tool test of many saws, so the write-ups are shorter.
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