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Originally Posted by asid61
Honest question: are there advantages of a horizontal bandsaw over a vertical one other than the automatic feed?
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Automatic feed is a huge advantage. When cutting thicker materials it makes a big difference in blade life.
A horizontal is also more likely to have a wider blade, which is going to cut straighter and withstand more blade tension.
Most importantly it's going to give you a much straighter cut than a vertical purely because the material is static and the blade is moving. This is important for anything going on a mill/lathe.
If you can only buy one though, the vertical is the way to go.