A Craftsman band saw may be one of the more particular workshop purchases you will make.

The two most important questions always are...what is your budget and what are your needs.

Now don't forget I said what are your needs...not your wants.

We all know what our wants are...but sometimes that seems to be irrelevant, especially if we are answering to a higher power...if you know what I mean.

This workshop power tool has so many uses that there are just to many to name.

Whatever type of workshop you have, metal or wood, keep in mind that Craftsman makes metal band saws as well as wood band saws.

The Craftsman band saw line has a wide price range and set of features.

Starting at around $119 for the 9 inch model wood cutting band saw and topping out at $3899.99 for the 18 inch industrial metal cutting band saw.

You should be able to find one that fits all your project needs as well as workshop budget.

Below is a side by side Craftsman band saw comparison guide.

Showing the specifications, features and average price of each, this guide will help you choose that perfect band saw.

Craftsman Band Saw Comparison Guides - Wood

Model # 21419
Specifications	9 inch Bench Top ∙ 1/4 blade width ∙ 9 inch throat depth ∙ 2.5 amps ∙ 120 volts ∙ 2 1/2 inch dust port ∙ 1/8 inch to 3/8 inch blade width range ∙ 0 to 45° table tilt range w/ rack and pinion adjustment ∙ Cast iron table ∙ 2460 fpm (feet per min) blade speed ∙ A miter gauge is included
Price	$119.99

Model # 21400
Specifications	10 inch Bench Top ∙ 77.1 lbs ∙ 1/8 inch to 1/2 inch blade width ∙ 9 5/8 inch throat depth ∙ 3.5 amps ∙ 120 volts ∙ 0.33 hp ∙ 2 1/2 inch dust port ∙ 1/8 inch to 3/8 inch blade width range ∙ 0 to 45° table tilt range ∙ Cast iron table ∙ A miter gauge, rip fence and saw blades are included ∙ Stand is not included
Price	$199.99

Model # 22400
Specifications	12 inch stationary ∙ 7 inch resaw capacity ∙ Cast iron table material ∙ 0 to 45° table tilt range ∙ 1/8 inch to 1/2 inch blade width range ∙ 12 ich throat depth ∙ Cuts hardwood, softwood and non ferrous metal ∙ 7 amps ∙ 0.75 hp ∙ 2 speed ∙ 1450/3000 fpm (feet per minute) speed range ∙ 2 1/2 inch dust port ∙ Task light ∙ Blades and stand included
Price	$399.99

Model # 22401
Specifications	14 inch stationary ∙ 8 inch resaw capacity ∙ Cast iron table material ∙ 0 to 45° table tilt range ∙ 1/8 inch to 3/4 inch blade width range ∙ 13 5/8 inch throat depth ∙ adjustable fence ∙ 2 speed ∙ 1620/3340 fpm (feet per minute) speed range ∙ 120/240 volts ∙ Tasklight ∙
Price	$531.99

Craftsman Band Saw Comparison Guides - Metal

Model # 21414
Specifications	Stationary metal cutting ∙ 112 lbs ∙ 5 inch cut depth at 90° ∙ 6 inch throat depth ∙ 1/3 hp ∙ 3 speed ∙ 80/120/200 fpm(feet per min) speed range ∙ Cuts ferrous and non-ferrous metals ∙ Vise jaws swivel to 45° ∙ Automatic shutoff after cut ∙ 1/2" x 1/2" x 64" blade included
Price	$349.99

Model # 22612
Specifications	Mobile metal cutting ∙ Wet or dry cutting ∙ 330 lbs ∙ 7 1/4 inch throat depth ∙ 7 1/4 inch cut depth at 45° ∙ 14/7 amps ∙ 1 hp ∙ Gear drive ∙ 3 speed ∙ 1725 rpm max speed range ∙ 93 inch blade length ∙ Automatic shutoff after cut
Price	$1199.99

Model # 21431
Specifications	Stationary metal cutting ∙ 560 lbs ∙ Cast iron table ∙ 0° to 15° left/right table tilt ∙ 1/8 to 3/4 inch blade width range ∙ 0 to 10 inch depth of cut range ∙ 15 inch throat depth ∙ 1.5 hp ∙ Variable speed ∙ 80 to 350 rpm speed range ∙ 115/230 volts ∙ Removable key switch ∙ Rip fence and saw blade icluded
Price	$2499.99

Model # 21430
Specifications	Stationary metal cutting ∙ 1012 lbs ∙ Cast iron table ∙ 0° to 15° left/right table tilt ∙ 1/8 to 5/8 inch blade width range ∙ 0 to 10 3/4 inch depth of cut range ∙ 18 inch throat depth ∙ 1.5 hp ∙ Variable speed ∙ 80 to 385 fpm speed range ∙ 115/230 volts ∙ Removable key switch ∙ Rip fence and saw blade included
Price	$3899.99

What's My Conclusion?

Until you use each Craftsman band saw side by side with another how do you compare?

You can go to the Craftsman website and read some of the reviews for the pros and cons of each unit and see what some users recommend.

I think the best way to make a decision is to compare the specifications and features above, determine what your workshop needs are, settle on a budget price and go from there.

Craftsman has yet to fail me over the years and I don't believe they are going to start now.

They have always honored their gaurantee, were able to supply me with any needed parts and have provided me with relliable and affordable power tools.

Those main reasons, along with many others, have always kept me coming back to the Craftsman name.

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