Packard band saw

[gjz30075]

Has anyone ever heard of the brand Packard for a horizontal band saw? There's one at a local estate sale, currently way overpriced
but I can't find anything about it. It's a small one, like 4 1/2" size. Sorry, I should have taken a pic of the plaque on the saw so I
don't know what the model might be. I understand it *may* be a clone of a Delta.
Thanks.

 

[slowtwitch73]

From the Sterling Packard Corp. Made in Taiwan.

 

[gjz30075]

Hmm, that could be good or bad. Thanks

 

[slowtwitch73]

I would only get if very cheap and preferably if you could inspect first. Taiwanese and not in business anymore if parts are needed.

Maybe there are clones out there under different names?

 

[gjz30075]

I somewhat agree. Even HF band saws have some parts availabilty and dozens of youtube videos on
repairing and fixing issues.

 

[PoorUB]

The main frame is the same as this Harbor Freight saw. Knobs and base are different.

IMO, it is a $100 saw.

https://www.harborfreight.com/power...tal-vertical-metal-cutting-bandsaw-93762.html

 

[gjz30075]

Thanks guys.

 

[whateg01]

Most of the parts can be found or made. The gears vary some amongst the various flavors. They typically condemn the saw once they are worn out. I've seen several that were worn out. In fact one saw I bought for parts had a box with two previously worn out gear sets in it. It was cheap because the third set was shot.

 

[The Cobbler]

decent saw for hobbyiest if you can get it for a good price. make sure it works as intended. gear boxes are known to be weak spots, check for lots of play/backlash/ crunchy when turning by hand .

 

[gjz30075]

Good info, thanks. The estate sale ends Sunday and I'll check it out further. Current asking price is $650!!!
No way.

 

[The Cobbler]

I'm sure you can buy new for close to that

 

[slowtwitch73]

650 is nuts a few times over.