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Skil 3386-01 vs WEN 3975T

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Skil 3386-01WEN 3975T
Title SKIL 3386-01 120-Volt 9-Inch Band Saw with LightWEN 3975T 4-7/8-inch x 5-inch Metal-Cutting Benchtop Band Saw
Model Skil
3386-01
WEN
3975T

Basic Info

Suggested Price $179.00$303.94
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Release Dec 2012Jul 2019

Overview

Top Features
  • Rip fence for straight, accurate cuts; 6 TPI band saw blade cuts through a variety of wood materials
  • Articulating LED work light for better view of work piece and cut line
  • Features a 1-1/2 inch dust port that keeps work area clear of dust
  • Rack and pinion table adjustment for quick angle and height adjustments
  • Motor is 1 speed for wood or metal based materials
  • Adjust the blade speed anywhere from 125 to 260 feet per minute for compatibility with a variety of metals
  • Beveling blade helps create cuts anywhere from 0 to 60 degrees
  • Cut pipes up to 5 inches in diameter or rectangular materials up to 5 x 4-7/8 inches in size
  • Compact design makes for easy storage and transportation
  • Backed by a two-year warranty

Reviews

Walmart Rating4.4 (out of 5 reviews)
Latest Reviews No reviews yet.


Rating: 5
Quality for a very reasonable price. Accuracy was very good. I added the wen stand and fabbed a cart for it so I could move it around my shop. Also add a extension on the fence.
by Franktinmanrman on 2019-03-13T17:00:00

Great Saw For The Price
Rating: 5
I have been in the market for a metal band saw for quite some time but any saw that I thought would fit my needs was way over priced for hobby needs, a few cuts a month at the most unless I was working on a big project it would be sitting under a table for the most part. While googling metal band saws I came across this! I started to research metal band saws and this one seemed the best fit as it has the largest mouth in it's class and the most features of them all, also made entirely of metal except the motor housing it is sturdy plastic but mounting base all metal very solid! Also cuts like a champ on solid 3" cold rolled steel eats it up like nothing, as good as My DoAll at work( I am a Professional Machinist I have my own machines at home I build things my in spare time) Not allowed to use company saws for personal use..... Bottom line if you are in the market for a portable Metal Band Saw look no further!!! This saw also has a very nice feature, soft start saves the motor and variable speed . Just a nice saw for the price and if you have ship to store pick-up you save even more on the price.$$$
by CNCMachinist on 2017-07-21T17:00:00

Way better than expected!
Rating: 5
Didn't think the saw would perform as excellently as it did right out of the box. Set up was only about 20 mins. Cut through 1.5 x 2 inch aluminum blocks with no trouble at all . Brass round stock just as easy. As recommended in the manual, did NOT use cutting fluid or oil to cool, and fed the blade through the work pieces with only light hand pressure, not trying to rush it. Cuts straight and clean, and is quiet (unlike my chop saw ;-). The machine is well-built and hefty, yet manageable to move around the garage. The only issue I have with it is that the "run" trigger cannot be locked on and requires a little bit of finger force to hold 'er down through the entire duration of the cut (up to several minutes).
by Gerry on 2017-09-15T17:00:00

Well built band saw
Rating: 5
So far very pleased with the WEN 3975. The high quality variable speed motor with metal gears are the same setup found on saws costing twice as much or more but only time will tell for the rest of the saw.
by seeker on 2018-06-18T17:00:00

Verticle skew
Rating: 2
I could not get the saw to cut straight down. No matter what the blade tension was used, the verticle cut woold driift outward yielding in an angled cut.
by bglwood on 2019-07-07T17:00:00

All Features

Number of Handles1
Power Sourcecorded-electric
MaterialSteel
Size1-(Pack)
Measurement SystemMetric
Batteries Required?No
Batteries Included?No
Item Package Quantity1
Included Componentsband saw, 6 tip blade, miter guide, rip fence
Item Weight16.51 pounds
Item model number3386-01
releaseDec 2012Jul 2019
Cuts ThroughWood
Returnable90-Day
Maximum Blade Length56.5
Power Tool FeaturesVariable Speed
Product Depth (in.)14
Cutting Capacity Height / Height under Guide (In.)5
Dust Collection MethodNone
Maximum Speed (rpm)260
Cord Length (ft.)6
Band Saw TypeHorizontal
Tools Product TypePower Tool
Cordless/ CordedCorded
Table Width (in.)4.88
Table Length (in.)5
Bench & Stationary Tool TypeBand Saw
Voltage (volts)120
Maximum Blade Width0.5
Manufacturer WarrantyTwo-year limited
ConditionNew
Product Height (in.)15.5
Table-Top MaterialCast-Iron
Cutting Capacity Width / Depth Of Throat(In.)4.75
Color FamilyBlack
Minimum Blade Width0.5
PT Horsepower (Hp)2/3
Certifications and ListingsETL Listed
Construction MaterialCast Metal
Product-Weight (lb.)45lb
PortabilityBench
Product Width (in.)27
Minimum Blade Length56.5
Amperage (amps)4.5 A
Included AccessoriesBlades
Work Table Surface5 in. x 4.88 in.

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