Another bandsaw? - Agazzani Model 600 vs. SCMI 24"

[Jim Becker]

Congrats, Steve. Yes, that type of saw isn't the same as the big, old cast iron monsters of the past, but these welded steel frame structures are well suited to the job. I think you'll enjoy having that beast in your shop for sure.

[Steve Mathews]

Congrats, Steve. Yes, that type of saw isn't the same as the big, old cast iron monsters of the past, but these welded steel frame structures are well suited to the job. I think you'll enjoy having that beast in your shop for sure.

Thanks Jim! Have to say some of the pleasure I get from purchasing these used machines is the opportunity to meet some of the nicest people on the planet. This purchase was no exception. The seller and 3 guys next door who had no financial interest in the sale were extremely helpful if not essential in getting the bandsaw loaded and secured. It would've been a difficult task without them. Many thanks and kudos to them!

[andy bessette]

Good find.

[Steve Mathews]

To wrap up the 24" bandsaw search and purchase here's a couple of photos of the SCMI SC600 offloaded and standing upright on a mobile base. I have a few questions about it that I'll post in a separate thread. So far things are looking pretty good. Thanks again for all of the help received on this forum!
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[Mike Kees]

Really nice looking saw. Looks like it was just taking up floor space in some shop and was never really used. I really enjoy all the people I have met over the years whether buying or selling machines as well. Enjoy that thing.

[Andrew Hughes]

I bet that’s going to be a excellent saw. My only critique is the color it’s really awful to me. The motor seems small but maybe the saw is really big?
Nice find.

[Greg Quenneville]

Those 24” Italian saws of that vintage all seemed to have 3 hp motors in the lighter European form factor. I have a similar vintage Agazzani that is soon to get a 5 hp upgrade. As it is now running on a budget VFD it bogs down on 8” resaw chores (softwood)