Walker Turner Band Saw

[John Bouthiette]

Hello everyone, Does anyone have any knowledge of this bandsaw? It is on craigslist in my area. the owner says it runs, only one speed. I am not faamiliar with the brand. he is asking $125.

[josh bjork]

I'd buy.
That message is too short. I'd buy.

[Bruce Page]

WT is a very good name. $125 is a steal if everything is in one piece.

[Chris Padilla]

Do a search here, my father picked one up a couple years ago for a lot more money than that. If it is in good shape and runs, I think it would be a steal.

[Pete Bradley]

Unless there's something broken or missing, that's a good price. It's a 16" saw, all cast iron. Walker Turner has been out of business for some years, but you can find manuals and information on www.owwm.com
You should plan on replacing tires and bearings.

Pete

[Wilbur Pan]

I have a 16" Walker Turner bandsaw. I just love it. It can resaw 8" of oak with the original 1/2 HP motor.

One thing to check on these bandsaws: the trunnion and table tilt mechanism tended to be a little on the weak side, so make sure that it's in operating condition. They can be repaired, if you know how do do basic machine shop stuff, or know someone who does.

If the table tilt mechanism is in good shape, I'd jump on it for that price.

[Peter Quinn]

That thing is junk. Both Walker and Turner were bums. You're in MA, I'm in CT, and while gas is expensive as a public service if you give me the address I'll go get that piece of iron out of that guys way right now.

Seriously, I'd jump at that. I know a guy with a few pieces of Walker Turner equipment (BS, shaper and jointer I think) all nice stuff. And for $125? If it runs at all its a steal you wont regret.

[John Bouthiette]

Sounds like it is a no brainer. i will be contacting the owner and hopefully picking it up this weekend!!!

[John Thompson]

Agree with others... Walker and Turner was at one time like mentioning Brooks Bros. Suits... if you did everyone knew what you were referring to and the word "quality" shone in the reflection of the words and product.

Sarge..

[Cliff Rohrabacher]

They make for nice restoration projects and once restored run well.

[Hank Knight]

Agree with others... Walker and Turner was at one time like mentioning Brooks Bros. Suits... if you did everyone knew what you were referring to and the word "quality" shone in the reflection of the words and product.

Sarge..

Unlike Brooks Brothers, at least Walker Turner had the decency to go out of business before they let their quality go to H***.

My father had a 16" Walker Turner bandsaw just like the OP's photos. I used it a lot when I was a kid. Unfortunatley, he sold it when I was in College. It was a really good saw, heavy and stable. WT makes great stuff. I wouldn't hesitate to pay $125 for that saw if it's in reasonably decent shape. There are parts available and rebuild help if you need it. Look at OWWM.com or get in touch with Walker Turner Serviced Machinery, LLC in Coventry, Connercticut (wtsmllc@juno.net). They specialize in reconditioning Walker Turner machinery. They have lots of parts and are very helpful.

Hank

[Don C Peterson]

I bought my WT 16" bandsaw for $400 and consider it a bargain. At $125 it's a steal even if it didn't have a motor.

One word of caution though. Those old WT bandsaws are HEAVY. Even the wheel covers are cast iron, so make sure you have a good hand-truck and some help. You don't even want to think about moving that thing by yourself.

[John Bouthiette]

I should not have waited even 1 day. Contacted the owner yesterday and the saw was sold already. I will know better next time, thanks everyone!!

[Bruce Page]

Too bad. You missed a great deal.

[Bob Slater]

After reading all those posts, I was looking for the final one getting home the prized possession. Keep hunting, I want another bandsaw now. I sure like old North American Iron.