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Bandsaw by Pegas of Switzerland

average rating 80%
great quality 03/01/2024
By LARRY LUKENS
The saw is fine Bearwoods has alot to be desired.Impossible to ask questions and talk to anyone,2 scroll saws and 1 band saw and they could care less about you.
average rating 100%
Love This Saw 03/25/2023
By Dave W
I stopped making intarsia pieces a few years ago because cutting on a scroll saw was hurting my hands. Cutting on this saw is a breeze in comparison. No more need to constantly hold down the piece so it doesn't snap up and down. I also found that because of the constant downward motion of the blade, it doesn't require as much adhesive to hold paper patterns to the work. And every piece is cut very square. I estimate I cut pieces in 10 hours that would have taken 50 hours using the scroll saw.
I debated long about buying this or a "regular" band saw (I would also like to resaw). Now I realize they're two different tools - you're not going to cut intarsia pieces well on a regular band saw and you're not going to resaw on this one. Getting back to intarsia was more important to me so I chose this and glad I did. Now I'll be saving for a regular band saw.
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Wonderful Pegas Bandsaw! 10/24/2022
By Randy Vaughn-Dotta
I recently ordered the Pegas Scroll Bandsaw with extra blades and roller guides. Everything arrived promptly, safely and with no damage.

Lifting the heavy saw out of the box and onto the stand is best done with 2 persons.

My very first project was a crowd pleaser with family and friends. Can't wait to get back out to the garage to make more intricate cuts and Christmas gifts.
average rating 100%
Love the Pegas 10/07/2022
By Judy Buxton
Although I love the Pegas it did not come with instructions to put together the stand (what they call annex one).
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Can I live up to the saw? 09/09/2022
By Steve’s Weaver
I am just beginning to use my new Pegas scroll bandsaw but I can already see the new horizons that I might attempt with this saw. I haven’t used the 9 blade yet but the 12 has Allowed me to cut closer and tighter than anything I would have attempted with my Rikon bandsaw. I never thought I had a chance of owning a Pegas but my really nice wife surprised me for my birthday. Hopefully my projects live up to the saw. I am really impressed with the components of the saw and dealing with Bear Woods was flawless.
average rating 100%
VERY Happy; Room for CPI 08/18/2022
By Michael Chamberlain
Extremely happy with this bandsaw! but, room for improvement. Had all details ready to provide (6787 chars), but review only allows 1000 chars. Please let me know if I can somehow provide all my feedback for you in some way? - email? - may be helpful to you moving forward with production and distribution? Unable to include much at all in this review.

LOVE this bandsaw so far!

CPI:
1. No Stand Assembly Guide at all; referenced ("Follow the instructions on both annexed sheets", p5). Did find this, helping some: https://youtu.be/qbqpbqZGIco

2. Table alignment stop nut is wrong size?

4. Stand Parts List turned and stapled wrong way in book (needs to be flipped).

5. Larger blade came installed, but smaller Table insert came installed (might reverse that in shipping?).

6. Setup does not desc how to actually remove and install small circular table insert.

7. Grammer in Setup Instructions really needs to be improved.

8. Update Instructions: Light not included & On/Off switch different.
average rating 100%
happy 06/18/2022
By Ricky Durrant
saw works great need a little more set up instructions as far as tension
average rating 100%
Very pleased 06/16/2022
By Jim
Love the saw. Instructions for assembly could be better. It helped that I have a bandsaw and therefore was familiar with the parts. Shipping and packaging was very good. Have always been pleased with your company and would recommend to anyone. Thanks for being a great company.
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happy customer 02/26/2022
By James Carey
Excellent Product. able to cut sharp curves without breakage. Smooth cuts, very little sanding. Great for making bandsaw boxes up to 5 inches thick. Small kerf space between drawers and shell of box Not for straight cuts-have another band saw w/fence for this purpose. If you are into making bandsaw boxes ,this is the tool for you
average rating 100%
great quality 06/04/2021
By David Whitelaw
Love the saw, wish it had a built in fence
Pegas Band Saw Bandsaw by Pegas of Switzerland SKU: PEGAS-14-Bandsaw Price: $2,195.00

The most accurate bandsaw - from Pegas! Featuring Pegas Blades

It's important to note that this Saw weighs over 150lbs (pounds) and we advise customers to have someone available to assist with the delivery.

Shipping will come to a total of $180 to $300 depending on your proximity to New Jersey. For the bandsaw only, you won't be charged any shipping originally, so please pay what is asked at checkout. When your saw is ready to ship, we'll be in touch to collect the freight charge based on your actual shipping rate.


Pégas® Scroll Band Saw - 14 Inch:

​The Pégas® Scroll Band Saw is a precision machine using Pégas® Scroll Band saw blades, the finest and most accurate blades ever produced.

This unique and innovative concept is intended for informed users, from hobbyists to skilled professionals.

The Pégas® Scroll Band Saw was developed in Switzerland and made in Taiwan to Pégas®specifications and quality requirements.

 


 

Pégas® Scroll Band Saw Features

 

- Heavy-duty cast iron frame for higher longevity and stability

- Precision-balanced aluminum wheels to avoid vibrations

- Long-lasting armid (similar to Kevlar) tires for durability

- Two speeds settings allow you to cut wood or soft metal—Using the same blade (Note: cutting metal will wear out the blade faster than cutting wood).

- Blade protection guard to keep your fingers away from the sharp blade

- Heavy-duty cast iron table with a 40° tilting capability one way, and 10° tilting capability the other way

- Highly efficient dust collection system located directly under the work table for optimal suction and collection.

- The Pégas® Scroll Band Saw has been certified CE by TÜV Rheinland

 


 

The Pégas® Scroll Band Saw Comes With:

 

- 1 each #9 band saw blade

- 1 each #12 band saw blade (installed)

- The Pégas® Precision Guide System including top and bottom Pégas® Precision blade guides (see below)

- Pégas® Universal Bearings that accommodate the #9, #11, and #12 blades

- The Pégas® Scroll Band Saw Stand, designed to support the saw and put it at the optimal position for most users

- Instruction manual

 

NOTE: The Pégas® Scroll Band Saw sold in North America does not include the LED light mentioned in the owner’s manual.

 


 

Learn About the Pégas® Precision Guide System:

 

The Pégas® Precision Guide System allows you to use band saw blades as small as a #5 scroll saw blade (1mm or 1/32” wide).

The guide system supports the bearings that support the blades.

Each pair of bearings (one on top and one on the bottom) feature slots precision machined to match the width and optimal depth for each blade size.

The slots are deep enough to support the blade without damaging the alternating set on the blades.

When you change blade sizes, you must change the bearings. You cannot use the Pégas® Band Saw Blades on any other saw.

The precision guide system allows you to cut complex shapes and tight circles in wood up to 6” (150mm).

 

More blades? Yes, we have them. Here's helpful info below.

Size Approx. Fractional Inch (mm) Blade Width decimal inch Blade thickness inch (mm) Cutting Trace inch (mm) TPI
5 1/32” (1) 0.0402 0.0142 (0.36) 0.0157 (.040) 13.4
7 3/64” (1.25) 0.0488 0.0157 (0.40) 0.0181 (0.46) 11.8
9 1/16” (1.5) 0.0527 0.0173 (0.44) 0.0204 (0.52) 10.5
11 5/64” (1.8) 0.0709 0.0197 (0.50) 0.0244 (0.62) 9.2
12 3/32” (2) 0.0787 0.0197 (0.50) 0.0248 (0.63) 8.9
14 1/8” (3) 0.1181 0.0197 (0.50) 0.0256 (0.65) 8.2