Photo Index - Delta Specialty/Delta Mfg. Co./Delta-Rockwell/Rockwell Intl. - 14" Band Saw, 28-205

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Delta Specialty/Delta Mfg. Co./Delta-Rockwell/Rockwell Intl.
Milwaukee, WI; Jackson, TN; Tupelo, MS

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Band Saw
Machine Size:	14"
Submitted By:	Carl Bukowsky

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	14" Band Saw, 28-205
Date of Manufacturer:	1946
Serial Number:	45-6443 (View SN Registry Entry)
Last Updated	10/10/2020 11:53:24 AM

Comments:

This one was part of an estate sale, posted on CL on July 5, 2016. I have been searching for months for a used band saw and this one was only $100. I knew nothing of the history about this particular band saw just that it was an old Delta and looked complete. It was dirty and pretty beat-up in some areas, but I could see it as a restoration project for sure! When I got it home to the garage/shop, I did a quick search of the database to confirm it was born in 1946 and yes it was worthy of restoration! After I verified everything that moves did indeed want to move, I checked the motor and did some temporary power/safety checks. When I applied power that motor started running and sounded just fine. I attached the belt to the main drive pulley, applied power again and the lower wheel spun up as expected. The tires on the wheels were rotten and the thrust bearings were locked-up solid so I could not run the upper wheel, although, by hand it spun just fine. I'll have more about the restoration of this band saw over on the OWWM forum; look for "Delta Band Saw at 70"

Completed a full restoration on 30 August 2016.

*** Update ***
Sold May 2020

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Comments: Restoration completed on August 30, 2016
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Comments: Bad paint job, huh!
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Comments: As Purchased July 5, 2016....a bargin at $100!
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Comments: DIY items were added: motor condom, power control rod, and rod clamp...
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Comments: Original motor restored to its glory; another survivor going strong!
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Comments: The Retirement Light was a lucky find and a "must have" accessory to complete the job!
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