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RIKON Power Tools 10 3061 10 Deluxe Bandsaw

Last Updated: March 22, 2024 (Refresh Now)
7.7
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
218
Old Reviews
128
Unverified
6
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Review Analysis - 84 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Body
 26
bandsaw, small, tension, assembly, weld
+62%
-38%
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" ...  great fence, good adjustments, overall fit/feel/quality very good.  ...  "
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" ...  I make toys or other small woodworking projects. ... You can buy one for about $40 or make your own from wood scraps.  ...  "
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" ...  I mostly use hand saws, since there isn't enough space for a lot of power tools, but this 10" Rikon bandsaw has proven to be well worth the room it takes up. ... I built a small wheeled cart that holds it, along with my 1 gallon air compressor. ... I rarely need to rip anything thicker than 3/4", but it's always handled any wood I fed it.  ...  "
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" ...  The Fence not as sturdy as i would have hoped, but a clamp mostly fixes this.  ...  "
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" ...  I’m happy I finally got one as it’s been an amazing tool and opened new doors and possibilities. ... This is also small enough that I leave it on the end of my assembly table. ... But so far this has done everything if needed and taking up a tiny space.  ...  "
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" ...  The unit is very heavy and sturdy. ... The unit uses nylon screws - how is that going to work on a fence that will need to bear a lot of weight being pushed against it?  ...  "
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" ...  Comes mostly assembled and required very little work to get it set up, aligned and working.  ...  "
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" ...  Holes line up …sturdy part  ...  "
Usage
 25
easy, setup, manual, assembly, running
+96%
-4%
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" ...  it's a decent product - not super high quality, but it will work fine in garage woodshop  ...  "
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" ...  Finally got the 10-3061S set up and running. ... But the saw is all set up and running fine.  ...  "
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" ...  Who saw came packaged well easy to set up nice table and fence  ...  "
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" ...  Instructions can be improved but a nice stand.  ...  "
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" ...  setup is a breeze with the tool less guides.  ...  "
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" ...  saw is working great so far, setup was good with clear instructions and I'm happy with the cuts I can make.  ...  "
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" ...  The bandsaw is simple beautiful.  ...  "
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" ...  My new Rikon 10-3061 bandsaw was on sale so that made my decision easier.  ...  "
Size
 18
bandsaw, tension, fence, without, together
+72%
-28%
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" ...  I make toys or other small woodworking projects.  ...  "
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" ...  The Fence not as sturdy as i would have hoped, but a clamp mostly fixes this.  ...  "
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" ...  The initial setup went well, the pieces fit together easily.  ...  "
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" ...  I tend to fuss over setup, so it's handy to have the tools mounted on the saw case for quick adjustments, The fence storage is clever.  ...  "
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" ...  will be using it mainly for resawing small to medium stock up to 6 in.  ...  "
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" ...  perfect for a small shop  ...  "
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" ...  The stand was fairly easy to assemble, however, the bolts and nuts at the corners were so close together, it made putting the nuts on the bolts very difficult.  ...  "
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" ...  In the future if I need to rip large pieces, sure I can upgrade.  ...  "
Cut
 15
cuts, cutting, wood, small, set
+87%
-13%
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" ...  However, once everything is setup the bandsaw cuts very well. ... The tracking and tension adjustments also work very well to keep the blade cutting straight, or curved, when necessary. ... This Rikon bandsaw is very quiet while running and cutting.  ...  "
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" ...  With the correct set up cuts were very smooth.  ...  "
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" ...  This saw has had zero issues cutting through hardwoods in both small curvy cuts and rip cuts. ... The cast iron top has also been wonderful as I pop a Magswitch feather board on and cut without worrying about drift.  ...  "
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" ...  Cuts like butter.  ...  "
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" ...  Cut great, good quality bandsaw, can't beat the price  ...  "
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" ...  Cuts great, threw on a 1/2 inch 4TPI from olson and its perfect for resaws at full height (just over 5 inches), and has cut walnut, pine, and maple with no problems.  ...  "
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" ...  Cuts wood like butter, and the finished cut requires minimal clean up.  ...  "
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" ...  Some have advised getting a new blade right away, but the blade on mine is actually cutting quite cleanly, and I shouldn't have to replace it for awhile.  ...  "
Marketplace
 11
shipped, saw, returning, back
+64%
-36%
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" ...  Starting with the packaging, the unit was shipped, arrived early, and was in great condition. ... The inside packaging was well designed and effective.  ...  "
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" ...  The miter I received was excellent.  ...  "
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" ...  I wanted/needed to replace an inexpensive WEN bandsaw.  ...  "
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" ...  Shipping took about a week, great packing.  ...  "
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" ...  However, the stand was shipped separately but I was not told this.  ...  "
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" ...  Spent an additional $160 for this after returning the Wen.  ...  "
Price
 10
worth, rikon, far, extra money, saw
+90%
-10%
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" ...  This (so far) hase proven a great product for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  There where a few contenders with some great price points and this Rikon was more money but the Rikon in my opinion was just built better over all and I feel was worth the extra money.  ...  "
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" ...  Pretty decent saw for the money.  ...  "
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" ...  So far a great piece of equipment, good price  ...  "
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" ...  Once I got this together it works fantastic you my friend different brand keeper glad I spend the extra money  ...  "
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" ...  You will not find a better bandsaw for the money.  ...  "
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" ...  Still a good product for the garage shop at a fair price.  ...  "
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" ...  The Rikon bandsaw is also a little more expensive than the others, but it is so worth the price for a real bandsaw.  ...  "
Marketplace / Delivery
 5
saw
+80%
-20%
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" ...  Starting with the packaging, the unit was shipped, arrived early, and was in great condition.  ...  "
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" ...  The miter I received was excellent.  ...  "
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" ...  Shipping took about a week, great packing.  ...  "
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" ...  However, the stand was shipped separately but I was not told this.  ...  "
Design
 5
side, bandsaw
+100%
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" ...  Still have to finish the surfaces after, but awesome.  ...  "
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" ...  If you are looking for an upgrade to stave off your desire for that 2000 bandsaw look no further.  ...  "
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" ...  The bandsaw is simple beautiful. ... I am mean it looks awesome.  ...  "
Sound
 4
+75%
-25%
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" ...  This machine has a precise, quiet and quality sound that is a first for me.  ...  "
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" ...  So glad I didn't listen.  ...  "
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" ...  Thanx for listening.  ...  "
Reliability
 4
year, working, many, bandsaw, 10
+50%
-50%
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" ...  Unfortunately I bought this at the end of May and didn't open the box until July.  ...  "
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" ...  Non stop drifting.  ...  "
Features
 4
+100%
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" ...  After using it for a few weeks i have found i am mostly content with its quarks and features.  ...  "
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" ...  Another great feature is the nice fence that is standard on this unit.  ...  "
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" ...  Has most of the same features and power of brands costing twice as much.  ...  "
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" ...  All the features are similar to the father & grandpa models.  ...  "
Marketplace / Returns
 3
returning, back
+67%
-33%
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" ...  I wanted/needed to replace an inexpensive WEN bandsaw.  ...  "
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" ...  Spent an additional $160 for this after returning the Wen.  ...  "
Marketplace / Packing
 3
+67%
-33%
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" ...  The inside packaging was well designed and effective.  ...  "
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" ...  Shipping took about a week, great packing.  ...  "
Comfort
 3
fence, wheel, snap, ring, rikon
+67%
-33%
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" ...  Second bandsaw has better wheel and I am able to tune all bearings easily.  ...  "
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" ...  great fence, good adjustments, overall fit/feel/quality very good.  ...  "
Cleaning
 3
cuts, cut
+67%
-33%
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" ...  Cuts wood like butter, and the finished cut requires minimal clean up.  ...  "
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" ...  Just clean it after every use, and it should last for decades.  ...  "

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