Northfield 30” band saw

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10-09-2019 09:05 PM

Any one have any experience with a Northfield 30” bandsaw? I can get it for $750. It’s in good shape and has a 5HP 3 phase motor. I am ok with that. Would like to get it to resaw and such. Only thing is that the guides are kind of worn out. Too much play and difficult to keep set. Would a set of Carter guides fit one of these?

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Nick424 home \| projects \| blog 137 posts in 1614 days #1 posted 10-10-2019 12:24 AM	Northfield is still in business, and sells any part you need.
TheDane home \| projects \| blog 5917 posts in 4637 days #2 posted 10-10-2019 12:46 AM	The shop I took woodworking classes in (WTC in La Crosse, WI) had two of them … they were beasts! I don’t know if Carter guides would fit, but as Nick424 points out, Northfield is still in business and should be able to provide parts -- Gerry -- "I don't plan to ever really grow up ... I'm just going to learn how to act in public!"
Fred Hargis home \| projects \| blog 6739 posts in 3467 days #3 posted 10-10-2019 10:28 AM	Northfield tools are top notch, if you can otherwise deal with a saw that size, you’d better grab it. As mentioned above they are still in business and if you’re so inclined they will rebuild/refurbish their tools. -- Our village hasn't lost it's idiot, he was elected to congress.

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