Hi all,
I have an opportunity to purchase a used Laguna 16HD. I don't yet know how old it is or any other details, other than it has 16" resaw capability.
There have been a fair number of improvements in bandsaws in recent years, such as the new generation ceramic guides on the new Lagunas, or the tool-less guides from Rikon, tool-less everything for that matter.
For this reason, I've been leaning towards a new generation bandsaw. Currently debating between the Rikon 18" Deluxe, or the Rikon 18" Professional.
A lot of folks spend $$ updgrading older Lagunas with the Driftmaster fence, for example. Some newer bandsaws come with easy drift adjustment standard, and taller high-low fences (I plan on resawing 12" on my next project).
Any thoughts on getting new? Or should I consider an older Laguna 16HD?
Thanks,
Todd