I have the opportunity to replace a 2 year old Grizzly 514X2 with an 8 year old lightly used Laguna LT18. I will gain 5+" in resaw capacity, 1 more HP (4 HP vs 3 HP), ceramic guides, and Italian lineage. I will give up quick detensioning and will have to replace a slug of blades, including a new 143" 3/4" Resaw King that has never touched wood and some other new blades of lesser quality.
The Grizzly's capabilities are beyond my skills and has served me very well. The resaw capacity would be useful in preparing blanks for my wife's 4224 Powermatic.
Should I pull the trigger?
Any comments would be appreciated.
Thanks
Tom