Dude has more tools and time than most of us, otherwise he wouldn't take the cheapest portable band saw in the world and convert it to a bench unit. Thumbs up.
That's actually a great idea. For my part, it would seem really easy to add one of those flexible arm LED lights to the saw as well. Having a focused light when cutting dark materials (like metal) always makes it easier for me.
I’ve watched this several times and finally broke down and ordered the same model of band saw. It’s being delivered tomorrow. Hoping to do the conversion in a couple weeks.
Yes sir , I'm finally rebuild my humble lil shop after relocating earlier this yr , I'm able 2 step up my game with more tooling and this one is on the list , all always thx for the motivation , peace Gb
Wow you made this complicated! I'm a custom knives as a hobby. I made the bower saw into a vertical metal bandsaw a couple of years ago. The flat plate was just made out of 1/8-in aluminum that works great! By using slightly longer screws I was able to leave the original steel underneath the aluminum plate so that anytime I want it to take it out of the stand and use a portable I could do that by simply removing the two screws and then putting them back in again.
Thanks so much for showing us how you set that portable bandsaw up like that, a useful tool made even more useful. Enjoyed your video Dad, certainly looking forward to seeing more of the same 👍. Regards from Down Under.
I couldn't agree more!! I built mine from some found bed frame angle iron and some scrap steel, its easily my go to saw for most things. I make a lot of different things and use my portband saw almost every time.
Torches are cool. Fireball tool really sold me on them. They don't need a compressor or electricity. They can basically cut any thickness. Great tool and skill to have. It's old school and some of the old-school ways are still the best ways.
I did this and it's great. It does what I hoped it would. I got a table/stand on Amazon to make it bench top, I don't have the tools and materials to easily make my own. It came with a Velcro strip for the trigger and I had an outlet on a switch to plug it into. I was looking into getting a band saw about the time you uploaded this. I have a small shop and need my equipment to be compact while still having enough power, so this was just what I needed. Thanks for the recommendation.
I have a Harbor Freight portable band saw that I've used for 10 years now as maintenance at a steel mill. It came with replacement motor brushes. It's variable speed. All around a tremendous buy.
Like the build! Always stoked to see new vids by you guys. Was trying to make blade show Texas this weekend but unfortunately I am too busy. Bummer. I would have loved to have seen some of your work up close in person
Hey thanks Blaney. We didn’t go to Texas this year. May go next year. Definitely going to BLADE in Atlanta this year. 1 S front row just to the right. We can have a coffee break Cheers Dad
Great idea! a low cost solution that will do just about every job you demand of it, and also not unimportant.. the blades are a lot more affordable as well, so it would be easier to swap out blades depending on users demand. I'm always impressed with the creativity of yourself and your dad and i would be all for more content featuring dad as well because the man has a lot to teach us i'm sure. As always, i love the content you guys create, keep up the good work :)
DAD is so far behind the curve on this one. Most folks have one because it's the cheapest alternative to a full size one. And if you go to SWAG off-road you will find the build stands for port-a-bands.
Funny thing about the cure, it reminds me of a box. I wasn’t aware there was a box. Pretty cool build for $150. We are loving it. I think there are some out there for $500+. Good times. Glad you’re here hanging out with us my friend. Cheers Dad
I put one together with a Dewalt portable bandsaw and a manufactured table. After cutting my thumb in half, the only shortcoming of this design is the lack of a guard that comes down the blade like a traditional metal cutting bandsaw. I wish somebody would design and sell an attachable guard that would allow you to put whatever thickness of metal you want through it but keep fingers from the blade. No I’m not an amateur, I’ve been using a bandsaw for 35 years, but all it takes is one slip with a blade that is as exposed as what you see in this video. Yes, I was using a push stick. Just a thought.
Sorry to hear about that my friend. That blade is pretty close to important body parts on the left exposed side. Glad you’re here hanging out with us all Chao Dad
Nice video. I enjoy "for the shop" builds, gives your space a sense of it's own character. Could you have gotten a factory new vertical band saw. You made your own because why not?
I didn't read the description and thought what the hell happened since the 2020 Hunter Knife video! That Nescafe must have aged you 30 years! I bounced back and forth between the videos trying to figure it out. . . then read this description. . . Nice job DAD!!
Great video that should help a lot of folks. I have the same saw set up in the Swag Off-Road table. I use it more than most tools in my shop! I like that the swag table has rails for the Miter gauge I use so I can cut decently accurate angles, also like the foot pedal accessory.
@@chrisgoody8018 the convenience of having it pre made was worth it to me, but if you have extra time and material you may be able to fabricate something just as good for cheaper. Just another project I didn’t need on my list just wanted it up and running
I bought one because I didn’t have any scrap plate steel around my new shop. By the time I went and bought steel and fabbed it myself I could just buy it from swag. I bought the version with legs, so I don’t have to tie up my vice.
Wish I had built my stand I bought a Swag stand though. Works well, 1 knob to disassemble for blade changes. I also put a cheap HF momentary foot switch and an LED clamp on light that mounted great to the Bandsaw forward handle! Cool project thanks for sharing!
I like your design and it has me rethinking my setup. I built a tabletop version with an enclosed base, however the table blade kerf slot runs to the back. This requires me removing the saw to replace the blade. I really like how you can change the blade in place with your design.
@@KyleRoyerKnives I saw several episodes of Forged in Fire with my brother before he passed and I loved the craftsmanship and artistry of blacksmithing immediately. I started watching Alec Steele, and a few others I can't think of off the top of my head, and Royer was one of the videos that randomly popped up. I'm glad that you started making videos, too. Your son mentions you from time to time, always with joy and pride. I don't have the means to do bladesmithing as a hobby, or a profession, so the envy runs deep. I can't express the appreciation I have for you, your son, and others that show your talent and know-how for the rest of us to enjoy.
This would be really useful. I've been wanting to make a table for a portable bandsaw like this for a while now, but I've not found a low cost version of a portable bandsaw here in Sweden.
I have a DeWalt portaband and I bought a swag table for it. And I love it. Only thing I don't like about it is I need to remove the portaband from the table to change the blade. I like how you did your table. It's nice.
@@KyleRoyerKnives no I can't mod it. If I do the table top will get cut in half if I want to pull the band out from the front of the table. I like your setup because the band can come out from the front without removing anything. Pretty smart setup.
Im not sure if you're familiar with Adam Savage from Tested "Mythbusters" but he did the same with his wired portable band saw, his videos are very cool and he does so many different projects that I'm sure you find something interesting especially if you're mechanically inclined!!! He's also tried his had at knife/sword making.
Hey thanks. Been running a torch on payroll since I was 10 years old. Good times. It’s holding up great so far. Buy good and expensive blades. It’s worth it. Cheers Dad
@@KyleRoyerKnives Maybe if time and opportunity allows , you could include a tutorial on flame cutting in one of your knife making videos just for something a little different.
They now have the saw in Hercules, corded or 20v brushless. I have the Bauer at home on the Hercules stand and the Hercules 20v at work. Both seem to be extremely well made.
I like a maker that isn't too good for some harbor freight tools. A lot of their stuff these days is actually quite good. There are some things that are no good but overall I"ve had a great experience with Harbor Freight. I also like the compact footprint of the store. Home Depot and Lowes are so big and crowded and nobody is ever at the front to check you out even though there are a couple hundred employees roaming the store.
I’ve seen some of Adams’s build’s but I didn’t see that one. I’ve never seen this done before. Kyle told me about one he used in a shop of one of his teachers back in the day. Cheers Dad
Ooooo I wonder if I could make this... >sees them using a cutting torch, band-style chop saw, a manual mill, a 72" grinder... Okay, so I'll need about $15,000 before I can tackle this project.
Sorry didn’t see that one. Way back in the day One of Kyle’s teachers had something like this made of wood. Didn’t see it but heard a little about it. Like and share we appreciate it my friend Dad
Dad want's to try his hand in making some videos for you guys, give him some love
how much do the bandsaw blades cost to replace?
Please do dad! Love your radio style voice!
Yah! More Dad videos! He's awesome! #DadVod
Loving it! I was just thinking while watching the last video: "hey, it’d be nice if Dad shared some nuggets of wisdom too"!
@@dgundeadforge17 3 for $20 at lowes Lenox brand
The amount of machinery that was used on this cheap bandsaw was absolutely ridiculous.
love it
Agree ...just buy the right tool in the first place it would be cheaper
Is so nice to have the space, the right tools, and the skills to build something like this.
Very nice, Harbor Freight actually has a Hercules stand that can do this now along with being able to do horizontal cuts
Dude has more tools and time than most of us, otherwise he wouldn't take the cheapest portable band saw in the world and convert it to a bench unit. Thumbs up.
That's actually a great idea. For my part, it would seem really easy to add one of those flexible arm LED lights to the saw as well. Having a focused light when cutting dark materials (like metal) always makes it easier for me.
Copy that my friend
Dad
make sure you put some dc fix tape on the light if you do this, makes the beam wider and smoother so it doesnt reflect back into your eyes as much
So cool y’all are finally back in my recommended feed. Cheers Royers!! 🍻
Hey thanks Awake. Glad you’re here. Like and share we appreciate it my friend
Dad
I recently made a completely wooden table and stand for mine. works great! Might just have to replace the table in a few years to a steel version.
I use the same saw but bought a top which clamps into a vise. Use it every day. Best thing I've ever bought at HF!
It's so awesome how close your family is! And how talented you all are!
Hey thanks my friend
God is good
Dad
I’ve watched this several times and finally broke down and ordered the same model of band saw. It’s being delivered tomorrow. Hoping to do the conversion in a couple weeks.
Hey Jason give me a shout out at Royercutlery on IG. Send some pics if I see them I’ll repost. Forge on my friend
Dad
This keeps the dads of the street, so basically a win/win for everybody (except for the wifes. )
My wifey is in the office 👍🏻☕️🔥⚔️
Good times my friend
Dad
Dad you are F-ing awesome!
This was great, thank you!
Your dad is awesome!
Dad´s a machinist, i see it, beein in the trade for over 40 years.....good job, sir
Hey thanks Music
Dad
Way to go dad. You're a natural being on camera. Shout out to Josh as well for a job well done.
Go Team Royer!
Hey thanks BeeZo
Feeling the love my friend
Keep Forging On
Dad
Loved that. OG experience at work! Great video. And quick too! I personally could go for a lot more, though! Thanks for sharing!💎
Great video, I’ve had the same bandsaw in my shop for 3 years and it still runs like a champ.
Nice
Like and share we appreciate it my friend
Dad
Yes sir ,
I'm finally rebuild my humble lil shop after relocating earlier this yr , I'm able 2 step up my game with more tooling and this one is on the list , all always thx for the motivation , peace Gb
Very nice my friend
Keep forging on
Dad
Perfect coffee break video
👍🏻☕️🔥⚔️
Great build, great video, great voiceover! Well done, Dad Royer. More like this :)
Hey thanks my friend. Like and share we appreciate it. Chao
Dad
Wow you made this complicated! I'm a custom knives as a hobby. I made the bower saw into a vertical metal bandsaw a couple of years ago. The flat plate was just made out of 1/8-in aluminum that works great! By using slightly longer screws I was able to leave the original steel underneath the aluminum plate so that anytime I want it to take it out of the stand and use a portable I could do that by simply removing the two screws and then putting them back in again.
Yes nice this is what I plan to do with my new flex bandsaws
Thanks so much for showing us how you set that portable bandsaw up like that, a useful tool made even more useful. Enjoyed your video Dad, certainly looking forward to seeing more of the same 👍. Regards from Down Under.
Hey thanks mate
Chao
Dad
I love this build. I so need a band saw in my shop and the price is right on that one. Love the easy conversion. Thanks
Yup! Way to go! The new viral build.
Hey thanks Yourofoo
Glad you’re here hanging out with us all. Like and share we appreciate it my friend
Chao
Dad
Nice. I know what I am going this weekend. Clean build.
Go for it my friend
Dad
Good job, Dad! Great voice too!
Wow, I'm jealous of your conversion
I couldn't agree more!! I built mine from some found bed frame angle iron and some scrap steel, its easily my go to saw for most things. I make a lot of different things and use my portband saw almost every time.
Absolutely Dan. Mine was all scrap steel to. Very nice. Cheers my friend
Dad
Man…really nice narrating voice “pops!” Great job on the build too!!
Hey thanks Albert
Dad
Torches are cool. Fireball tool really sold me on them. They don't need a compressor or electricity. They can basically cut any thickness. Great tool and skill to have. It's old school and some of the old-school ways are still the best ways.
I did this and it's great. It does what I hoped it would. I got a table/stand on Amazon to make it bench top, I don't have the tools and materials to easily make my own. It came with a Velcro strip for the trigger and I had an outlet on a switch to plug it into.
I was looking into getting a band saw about the time you uploaded this. I have a small shop and need my equipment to be compact while still having enough power, so this was just what I needed. Thanks for the recommendation.
Hey great Luke. Keep Forging On my friend
May the Forth be with you
Dad
I have a Harbor Freight portable band saw that I've used for 10 years now as maintenance at a steel mill. It came with replacement motor brushes. It's variable speed. All around a tremendous buy.
Great video. Love all the content you guys put out. Keep up the good work.
Hey thanks 1874. Keep your nipple clean and your power dry
Dad
It's interesting to see all the different variation that have been create to fit the different needs and conditions they're being used this way
Absolutely
That kind of thinking will keep you at the top of your game. Keep Forging On my friend
Dad
Like the build! Always stoked to see new vids by you guys. Was trying to make blade show Texas this weekend but unfortunately I am too busy. Bummer. I would have loved to have seen some of your work up close in person
Hey thanks Blaney. We didn’t go to Texas this year. May go next year. Definitely going to BLADE in Atlanta this year. 1 S front row just to the right. We can have a coffee break
Cheers
Dad
That was a great video "Dad". Keep them coming.
Copy copy my friend
Dad
LOVE U DAD
Hey I’m feeling the love my friend
Chao
Dad
This is a great idea! Gonna try it.
Go for it my friend. You can make this build more complicated or similar. Keep Forging On
Dad
Great idea! a low cost solution that will do just about every job you demand of it, and also not unimportant.. the blades are a lot more affordable as well, so it would be easier to swap out blades depending on users demand.
I'm always impressed with the creativity of yourself and your dad and i would be all for more content featuring dad as well because the man has a lot to teach us i'm sure.
As always, i love the content you guys create, keep up the good work :)
Hey thanks 13K
Cheers from the Ozarks my friend
Like and share we appreciate it
Dad
@@KyleRoyerKnives gladly like and share any of your content :)
DAD is so far behind the curve on this one. Most folks have one because it's the cheapest alternative to a full size one. And if you go to SWAG off-road you will find the build stands for port-a-bands.
Funny thing about the cure, it reminds me of a box. I wasn’t aware there was a box. Pretty cool build for $150. We are loving it. I think there are some out there for $500+. Good times. Glad you’re here hanging out with us my friend. Cheers
Dad
We need more ‚dad builds cool stuff‘ videos😄
I put one together with a Dewalt portable bandsaw and a manufactured table. After cutting my thumb in half, the only shortcoming of this design is the lack of a guard that comes down the blade like a traditional metal cutting bandsaw. I wish somebody would design and sell an attachable guard that would allow you to put whatever thickness of metal you want through it but keep fingers from the blade. No I’m not an amateur, I’ve been using a bandsaw for 35 years, but all it takes is one slip with a blade that is as exposed as what you see in this video. Yes, I was using a push stick. Just a thought.
Sorry to hear about that my friend. That blade is pretty close to important body parts on the left exposed side. Glad you’re here hanging out with us all
Chao
Dad
More Dad on the channel! What happened to his kitchen knives?
they got sold! he will have some more vids of kitchen knives soon. ~Josh Royer
Thank you
I got that saw and it’s the best piece of equipment in my shop or close to
Copy copy
Dad
Nice video. I enjoy "for the shop" builds, gives your space a sense of it's own character. Could you have gotten a factory new vertical band saw. You made your own because why not?
I didn't read the description and thought what the hell happened since the 2020 Hunter Knife video! That Nescafe must have aged you 30 years!
I bounced back and forth between the videos trying to figure it out. . . then read this description. . . Nice job DAD!!
Good one my friend
Glad you’re here
Dad
Great video that should help a lot of folks. I have the same saw set up in the Swag Off-Road table. I use it more than most tools in my shop! I like that the swag table has rails for the Miter gauge I use so I can cut decently accurate angles, also like the foot pedal accessory.
The swag off road table is exactly what I want to get for my shop, but I just dont have the money yet. Is it worth the price?
@@chrisgoody8018 the convenience of having it pre made was worth it to me, but if you have extra time and material you may be able to fabricate something just as good for cheaper. Just another project I didn’t need on my list just wanted it up and running
I bought one because I didn’t have any scrap plate steel around my new shop. By the time I went and bought steel and fabbed it myself I could just buy it from swag. I bought the version with legs, so I don’t have to tie up my vice.
Wish I had built my stand I bought a Swag stand though. Works well, 1 knob to disassemble for blade changes. I also put a cheap HF momentary foot switch and an LED clamp on light that mounted great to the Bandsaw forward handle! Cool project thanks for sharing!
Spectacular Stephen
Thanks
Glad you’re here
Like and share we appreciate it my friend
Dad
He certainly has a voice for radio ;-) but seriously, great idea and execution as well, looks like a very good addition to the shop for sure!
I like your design and it has me rethinking my setup. I built a tabletop version with an enclosed base, however the table blade kerf slot runs to the back. This requires me removing the saw to replace the blade. I really like how you can change the blade in place with your design.
Do it. You’ll like it that way. Cheers my friend
Dad
😂 very cool video.... Like the style and the advice....
thanks for this tips i think i'll buy one of that
It’s a great addition to the shop
Like and share we appreciate it my friend
Dad
You're a natural, sir.
Hey thanks Boosh
Glad you’re here hanging out with us all. Like and share we appreciate it my friend
Dad
@@KyleRoyerKnives I saw several episodes of Forged in Fire with my brother before he passed and I loved the craftsmanship and artistry of blacksmithing immediately.
I started watching Alec Steele, and a few others I can't think of off the top of my head, and Royer was one of the videos that randomly popped up. I'm glad that you started making videos, too. Your son mentions you from time to time, always with joy and pride.
I don't have the means to do bladesmithing as a hobby, or a profession, so the envy runs deep. I can't express the appreciation I have for you, your son, and others that show your talent and know-how for the rest of us to enjoy.
Cheers Dad! TFS, GB :)
Hey thanks Graeme.
Chao
Dad
Nice project and good voice over 👍
Hey thanks Rodney
Glad you’re here hanging out with us
Like and share we appreciate it my friend
Dad
This would be really useful. I've been wanting to make a table for a portable bandsaw like this for a while now, but I've not found a low cost version of a portable bandsaw here in Sweden.
Yikes. Glad you’re here. May God bless Sweden,you, and your crew my friend.
Dad
I have a DeWalt portaband and I bought a swag table for it. And I love it. Only thing I don't like about it is I need to remove the portaband from the table to change the blade. I like how you did your table. It's nice.
Hey thanks Keith. Is there a simple way to mod your table. Keep Forging On my friend. Like and share we appreciate it
Dad
@@KyleRoyerKnives no I can't mod it. If I do the table top will get cut in half if I want to pull the band out from the front of the table. I like your setup because the band can come out from the front without removing anything. Pretty smart setup.
Cool Video man
Im not sure if you're familiar with Adam Savage from Tested "Mythbusters" but he did the same with his wired portable band saw, his videos are very cool and he does so many different projects that I'm sure you find something interesting especially if you're mechanically inclined!!! He's also tried his had at knife/sword making.
I did my conversion for $21. Aluminum top, wood sides and 2 screws
First saw this on Adam Savage's Tested. This seems like a really cool idea.
Didn’t see that one. Sounds nice
Dad
Yes! I'm a good electrician!
👍🏻☕️🔥⚔️
I want to do this! Btw, hopefully pops was wearing a respirator welding galvanized makes deadly fumes.
Do it you’ll love it. We use ours every day. Like and share we appreciate it my friend
Dad
Damn Dad, that's some clean cutting with a touch. 👍
I've often wondered about the quality of those Harbor Freight saws.
Hey thanks. Been running a torch on payroll since I was 10 years old. Good times. It’s holding up great so far. Buy good and expensive blades. It’s worth it. Cheers
Dad
@@KyleRoyerKnives Maybe if time and opportunity allows , you could include a tutorial on flame cutting in one of your knife making videos just for something a little different.
They now have the saw in Hercules, corded or 20v brushless. I have the Bauer at home on the Hercules stand and the Hercules 20v at work. Both seem to be extremely well made.
@@cbmech2563 Thanks.👍🍻
This is awesome!!! any chance of a press build ;D
i have a SWAG table for mine. game changer. all read
y to go out of the box
👍🏻nice
Chao
Dad
good luck gett H.F. honoring the warranty after you drilled into it. My local ones are a**holes if I did this they would deny my coverage.
Please include a link to the bandsaw you use. I dont want to buy it, but would like to check the specs so I can find something similar in Canada
www.harborfreight.com/10-amp-deep-cut-variable-speed-band-saw-64194.html
will it out work my 1949 36" doall?
I like a maker that isn't too good for some harbor freight tools. A lot of their stuff these days is actually quite good. There are some things that are no good but overall I"ve had a great experience with Harbor Freight. I also like the compact footprint of the store. Home Depot and Lowes are so big and crowded and nobody is ever at the front to check you out even though there are a couple hundred employees roaming the store.
Copy that my friend
Glad you’re here
Dad
Did you weld galvanized steel ?
Is that not dangerous ?
How do you break wrist hammer drill
Are there any blades for wood?
Thanks deep voice kyle. ;)
Someone's been watch Adam Savage ............ Nice
I’ve seen some of Adams’s build’s but I didn’t see that one. I’ve never seen this done before. Kyle told me about one he used in a shop of one of his teachers back in the day.
Cheers
Dad
You caught my attention with what’s written on the front of your shirt,”PTA Executive Committee “, is that something to do with a local school ?
I guess so. It’s a yard sale shirt that has my name on it. 👍🏻☕️🔥⚔️
Dad
😂😂😂,LoL
How much for you to make the steel plate, lol!
Welding that galvanized pipe 😢
I have only one question ,
Did you level that up lol
Yuuuuuuuuuuuuuup👍🏻😜
Dad
The thumbnail makes it seem like Dad saw the face of God... and it was the table part of a table saw 🤪
Good times my friend. Josh made me do it 👍🏻☕️🔥⚔️
Dad
Ooooo I wonder if I could make this...
>sees them using a cutting torch, band-style chop saw, a manual mill, a 72" grinder...
Okay, so I'll need about $15,000 before I can tackle this project.
Absolutely not. Just simply run what you brung. Cave man it. You’ll love it. Keep Forging On my friend
Dad
they cost like 600$ in aus
Yikes
Cheers from the Ozarks my friend
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Dad
I have to ask. Is your dad a machinist ?
Not intentional. Forced out of necessity. I do enjoy fabricating.
Glad you’re here my friend
Chao
Dad
Watch welding that Galvanized stuff....
Icky icky
Dad
why is nobody talking about the fact that this idea came from adam savage
Sorry didn’t see that one. Way back in the day One of Kyle’s teachers had something like this made of wood. Didn’t see it but heard a little about it.
Like and share we appreciate it my friend
Dad
🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹
Cheers my friend
Dad
Cool build! But the rest of the tools required to do it put it a little out of reach.
Run what you brung
You can do it my friend
Dad
For less than a $150 you can buy a real bandsaw that hooks up to a 1.5 Hp shopvac without a single mod.
please send me a link i would like to look at it :) ~Josh
No "buh-bye!"? Literally unwatchable, 0/10
I know right… lol -Josh