UPDATE: *Pendulum is likely the Fay and Egan Patented Knife-edge Straining Device* "Superiority in a Band Rip Saw consists in its capacity for turning out the greatest amoutn of lumber per day, and with the least waste in sawdust in the operation. To have this, two things are necessary - First- A thin saw blade. Second - A high speed to the blade. To have these two things your machine must be equipped with a highly sensitive straining device, absolutely frictionless, for in ripping lumber of varying density a thin blade will crack if the vibration is not quickly compensated for by the tension device. WIth a device slow to respond, a thick balde is necessary, as is found on the ordinary machine; hence the waste in kerf and the consequent slowness fo the feed. The Fay and Egan Patented Knife-edge Straining Device is responsive to the least vibration in the wood under the highest speed of the saw blade. It is not a gibbed device, but works on the principle of a pair of scales is absolutely frictionless. Hence, by the use of a thinner blade under a higher rate of peed, it is superior to any of its contemporaries in output and its saving kerf. Can you refute this argument? We challenge anybody." *@1:37 I see that giant weighted pendulum sticking out of the left or back of the machine, is that the "Patent Weighted Teneton" and what does it do? For changing the blades, or ? "No. 5 Patent Band Sawing Machine. With 48" Combination Wheels, Patent Weighted Teneton, and Patent Roller Guides."
Keith, I'm come over from Jimmy's channel. Great job on the restoration. I'm looking forward to watching all of it. I love watching tool restoration channels. Thanks for having a deep restore channel.
Just binge watched the entire restoration. I just picked up an 1890's JA Fay & Co. 36" bandsaw that is the baby brother to your 48" monster. Ironically, most of the parts and design are very similar. Thanks for the step by step guide I will be using when I restore my saw, which is destined for full time use in my new shop. Luckily, everything is fee wheeling and it looks like it was well cared for. Thanks so much for the detailed series. You gave me a great education on the pitfalls.... Thx. Scott Kapton Fine Creek Woodworking. Powhatan VA P.S: I also added photos and description to your website too!
any new diresta viewer who now find your channel is in for hours of treats and lessons. you are a great teacher and hopefully you will get even more students after this series. thanks Keith
Engels Coach Shop working on the wheels would be another cool addition to the collaboration. That thing is a beast, cant wait to see what JD does with it!
What a friend, that's alot of work, I restored four pieces took two years. That badge should say referb by Rucker, lol. Great video Keith, keep'um coming.
Keith, I know what color Jimmy will tell to paint the bandsaw...WHITE!!! Every other tool he owns is painted white. Oh, don't forget to stencil "Diresta" somewhere on the machine. LOL. Another great "rehab" project. Have enjoyed every episode of the past projects.
And, “there ya go” for an exciting start on another important American machine from the past. Can’t wait to see this big monster cleaned up, reassembled, and working again.
When I worked in Baltimore they were building the ship The Pride of Baltimore 2 and they had one of these monsters on site to cut up the timbers for the ship. Quite impressive to see these in action.
Have you see the Sampson Boat Company with Leo rebuilding the Tally Ho, he has one of these monsters and they had the lower wheel buried into the ground. The cast iron frame also rotated to cut angles, so the table was fixed and the saw frame tilted. There have been some amazing machines built over the years.
I must say, it warms my heart watching a guy do what he loves to, and making a living doing that. Having the pleasure of restoring beautiful, old machines such as this one is such an honor. I do a little cleaning up of old tools found at estate sales and such. I love it. I consider each one to be a work of art. So happy to see this big boy band saw being restored. Amazing! I hope you get gobs of subs from this series. Cheers!
After the saga of your big shaper, you're a brave man taking on another 19th century restoration! That's a lot simpler than the shaper but that's no afternoon project.
It sometimes amaze me that the hardware on vintage machines comes out pretty easy but in machinery from lets say the 90's is rotten rock solid and breaks off. Also what an amazing casting when you look at it, huge but still intricate details.
Good video. If something is rusty, I soak it down with penetrating oil a few days before I start to disassemble it, it makes life a little easier. Thank you.
The Cincinnati history museum had a recreated machine shop circa 1944 to equip the “ Arsenal of Democracy”. Huge machine tools from Cincinnati and LeBlond. I became a little misty eyed...
That's quite a saw! Down in Newport News, VA at the shipyard, the pattern shop has a 36" band saw, so a 48" is really something. Glad you're helping out Jimmy. Also like the Philmont belt, that place is really awesome.
The green is definitely the right colour. Have one very similar to this in our shop in England - it looks so similar I'm going to have a better look at it next week to verify. Ours dates from the 1930s, though I thought it was made in High Wycombe, England. Maybe it was a US import, or perhaps it's just that these big old saws all look the same? Had ours completely rebuilt about 25 years ago - everything changed - runs perfectly every day. Guess it'll need the same re-build in another 25 years or so, though by then that won't be my problem! Great video - thank you!
That's such a good find and I think you'll do the best job on the resto. I could see that saw making cuts on so called rough castings before machining. It's going to be a happy saw when you're done and when Jimmy has it in operation.
First time here. I love it when they explain what they do and give some of the history of the machine. Interesting. I subscribed. Thanks for the video.
Man what a beast. !! Trying to imagine what the pattern making and molding process must’ve been for that casting. Those old timers had some amazing skills !!
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Keith!!!!! I am so grateful that you took this on !! Love and respect ✊🏻🙏🏼🙏🏼
@@ke17h As Keith said, he hope to get some users that look at Direstas videos to come over and follow him and look at his videos.
Jason from fireball tools will be jealous
UPDATE: *Pendulum is likely the Fay and Egan Patented Knife-edge Straining Device* "Superiority in a Band Rip Saw consists in its capacity for turning out the greatest amoutn of lumber per day, and with the least waste in sawdust in the operation. To have this, two things are necessary - First- A thin saw blade. Second - A high speed to the blade. To have these two things your machine must be equipped with a highly sensitive straining device, absolutely frictionless, for in ripping lumber of varying density a thin blade will crack if the vibration is not quickly compensated for by the tension device. WIth a device slow to respond, a thick balde is necessary, as is found on the ordinary machine; hence the waste in kerf and the consequent slowness fo the feed. The Fay and Egan Patented Knife-edge Straining Device is responsive to the least vibration in the wood under the highest speed of the saw blade. It is not a gibbed device, but works on the principle of a pair of scales is absolutely frictionless. Hence, by the use of a thinner blade under a higher rate of peed, it is superior to any of its contemporaries in output and its saving kerf. Can you refute this argument? We challenge anybody."
*@1:37 I see that giant weighted pendulum sticking out of the left or back of the machine, is that the "Patent Weighted Teneton" and what does it do? For changing the blades, or ? "No. 5 Patent Band Sawing Machine. With 48" Combination Wheels, Patent Weighted Teneton, and Patent Roller Guides."
Great idea to but and have Keith restore the bandsaw. I kinda want to fly up there and play in the shops. Lol
Mr. Diresta sent me. You guys are true spirited men!! thank you for sharing your talent.
Keith, I'm come over from Jimmy's channel. Great job on the restoration. I'm looking forward to watching all of it. I love watching tool restoration channels. Thanks for having a deep restore channel.
Just binge watched the entire restoration. I just picked up an 1890's JA Fay & Co. 36" bandsaw that is the baby brother to your 48" monster. Ironically, most of the parts and design are very similar. Thanks for the step by step guide I will be using when I restore my saw, which is destined for full time use in my new shop. Luckily, everything is fee wheeling and it looks like it was well cared for. Thanks so much for the detailed series. You gave me a great education on the pitfalls.... Thx. Scott Kapton Fine Creek Woodworking. Powhatan VA P.S: I also added photos and description to your website too!
Anyone who's a friend of Jimmy DiResta automatically becomes a friend of mine. Love your work.
any new diresta viewer who now find your channel is in for hours of treats and lessons. you are a great teacher and hopefully you will get even more students after this series. thanks Keith
That’s me, I’m so pumped to work through this channel :-)
I am here after seeing the finished job set up and working in Jimmy's video, just started the series and looking forward to learning much!
My Dad used tell me to (tote) things for him Keith! Ashland Kentucky boy! It always makes my smile when I here the term!
Know when to hold em...........know when to fold em. That's good advice Marty.
Thank you for sharing band saw restoration my friend
I have been following allot of your videos, especially scraping. please keep up the good work and your presentation of the machine historys.
Engels Coach Shop working on the wheels would be another cool addition to the collaboration. That thing is a beast, cant wait to see what JD does with it!
I was thinking the exact same thing!!!
Another vote for the master wheelwright of Montana. His work is beautiful.
Dittos on sending those wheels to engles coach!!
He doesn't like doing wheels anymore but he might make an exception
Same!
Just love the foundry work on these vintage machines, a testament to the pattern makers of the day
They don’t make em like the used to. Imagine the size of the mold, they probably had it down to a science and I doubt well make em that way again.
Agreed! I'm becoming more and more intrigued by the art of pattern making. Here I go, researching...!
Should have guessed Keith & Jimmy DiResta were buds, me. Nice to see collaboratjons like this. Now Jimmy should feature this saw in one of his vijeos.
That is a big beautiful machine. Looking forward to future videos on this project.
Wow That is one cool Bandsaw. American Heritage is her name. Love it!
Just, just look at the size of that casting! Its HUGE! That monster is AWESOME!
I love band saws, setting them up and using them. I have way too many. This one makes my heart go pitter patter.
Humm, way too many band saws you say?
Doesn't make sense.
Like saying your shop building is big enough.
🙂
@@haroldphipps3457 What I meant is "too many is not enough" I wasn't thinking clearly after seeing Keith's video.
That shape of that monstrous casting is really pleasing to the eye.
Good video. Appreciate all you do! All blessings from Ohio. 👍😀
What a friend, that's alot of work, I restored four pieces took two years.
That badge should say referb by Rucker, lol. Great video Keith, keep'um coming.
Oooh, candy apple red with black wheels!
KEITH, GREAT TO BE ABLE TO HELP OUT A FRIEND, GREAT PET THE CATS AND DOGS, GREAT VIDEO, GREAT JOB, KNOW LET'S GO TO WORK, TELL EVERYBODY HELLO...
Keith, I know what color Jimmy will tell to paint the bandsaw...WHITE!!! Every other tool he owns is painted white. Oh, don't forget to stencil "Diresta" somewhere on the machine. LOL. Another great "rehab" project. Have enjoyed every episode of the past projects.
WOW! What a bandsaw!! Thanks to you and Jimmy for saving this treasure from being scrapped....
Thank you for your efforts and making the video for our viewing. Much appreciated.......
And, “there ya go” for an exciting start on another important American machine from the past. Can’t wait to see this big monster cleaned up, reassembled, and working again.
It was Green, the Black is likely Coal Tar Primer, it was used a lot on Cast Iron, including Locomotives and Cannons etc etc..
I think this kind of collaboration is the best and most honest way to grow a channel there is!
Can’t wait to watch this. I have a 36” Fay & Egan waiting for me to get started on. This should be good inspiration.
It's remarkable how easy it was to free up all the parts on a machine this old. That will be a beautiful monster when restored!
It’s great to see people like you Keith willing to give there time to restore this beautiful piece of history thank u sir
Congrats on making it to 200K!
Whoa! this is the MOAB (Mother Of All Bandsaws).
I found a photo of the J. A. Fay & Egan decal and emailed it to Keith.
Nice job!
That's funny, its from his own website... Vintage Machinery...
@@thedraac1818 I found the decal on a bandsaw on eBay and did a screen capture.
Love it all hope to see back together Good luck with it.John Hazelton.UK
Always enjoy a good spider murdering to go with my restoration videos. :)
Beautiful piece of machinery
Ooooh, I am excited about this one!
... Like I am most of the time I see new projects from our fantastic Mr. Rucker.
LOVE IT!! I have 38" Fay and Eagan Bandsaw from 1880, but that 48" has mine beat!! Such a beautiful machine!
Very cool old machine there Keith! It's a monster!
It's great to see old machine's coming back to life.
Man what a BEAST! Looks like fun, especially with a shop like yours, large and well lighted!
Congratulation to you and Jimmy looking forward to the restore good luck and get her done.
I think Niles is going to be busy with an assortment of wire wheels and brushes,thanks Keith for your efforts.🤗😎🤗😎
light green would look crazy cool !!!
Jimmy is the master of the bandsaw, lol, so its going to a great home..
I clicked this video for the 48" band saw, that thing is massive!!! Jimmys cool, that band saw is cooler.
Awesome peace of wood working machinery,
thats a beautiful machine!
I am always amazed to see how the built machines back then. Fun project
When I worked in Baltimore they were building the ship The Pride of Baltimore 2 and they had one of these monsters on site to cut up the timbers for the ship. Quite impressive to see these in action.
Have you see the Sampson Boat Company with Leo rebuilding the Tally Ho, he has one of these monsters and they had the lower wheel buried into the ground. The cast iron frame also rotated to cut angles, so the table was fixed and the saw frame tilted.
There have been some amazing machines built over the years.
@@dennisleadbetter7721 Thanks Dennis I have seen Leo and Tally Ho. Quite an impressive undertaking. It sure helps to have the right tools for the job.
@@dennisleadbetter7721 Leo has a Ship Saw, a considerably more complicated piece of kit than a plain old Band Saw
Wow! That is a big one! Cool choice. Thanks for sharing.
Cool project. That thing is gonna cut steel like butter.
I must say, it warms my heart watching a guy do what he loves to, and making a living doing that. Having the pleasure of restoring beautiful, old machines such as this one is such an honor. I do a little cleaning up of old tools found at estate sales and such. I love it. I consider each one to be a work of art. So happy to see this big boy band saw being restored. Amazing! I hope you get gobs of subs from this series. Cheers!
One could think that you've disassembled old machines before! Beast of a band saw. Cant wait for the next video.
After the saga of your big shaper, you're a brave man taking on another 19th century restoration! That's a lot simpler than the shaper but that's no afternoon project.
Don't forget the big Diresta painted across the front!
8:08 ... Imagine the guys who made this saw back in the day .. seeing a cordless impact driver taking it apart!?? ... "Witchcraft!!" ?
Machines are like little animals, they just love to follow you back home.
Nice job!
Great idea of working with a larger channel! I'm not subscribed to Jimmy's channel. I'll do that now.
See you on the next video!
It sometimes amaze me that the hardware on vintage machines comes out pretty easy but in machinery from lets say the 90's is rotten rock solid and breaks off.
Also what an amazing casting when you look at it, huge but still intricate details.
That is one big saw! Good luck Keith!
What a beautiful old machine Keith. That huge casting is a work of art! I can’t wait to see it restored and making chips again.
Excellent addition to the library of great content! I’m sure pressure washing is messy, but it’s oddly satisfying to watch.
Love Keith, Love Jimmy. Can't wait to see this restored and what Jimmy does with it.
Man, Keith! That is a huge saw!
I love the history Keith. This looks to be a really nice project. Thanks for sharing the rebuild.
Good morning to all from SE Louisiana 6 Dec 21.
Nice done...look forward to following the restoration!
This is a dream job right here.
Love how you bring these historical machines back to life. Keep up the good work
How lucky Jimmy is to have you overseeing this project, looking forward to upcoming episodes and great final results
Keith, love the way you introduce projects. I’m a big fan of your work.
Good video.
If something is rusty, I soak it down with penetrating oil a few days before I start to disassemble it, it makes life a little easier.
Thank you.
Cincinnati must have really been something to see in the 1850's thru the 1950's. There must have been foundry shops on every corner.
The great age of America ! Well what of today? Still great!
The Cincinnati history museum had a recreated machine shop circa 1944 to equip the “ Arsenal of Democracy”. Huge machine tools from Cincinnati and LeBlond. I became a little misty eyed...
Hello. Jimmy sent me here. Checking in.
Great video, nicely paced and good commentary. Subbed. Bob in Wiltshire, England.
New subscriber here, long-time Diresta fan. Can't wait to see how this goes. My puny Laguna Fourteen-12 saw looks like a kids toy in comparison.
That's quite a saw! Down in Newport News, VA at the shipyard, the pattern shop has a 36" band saw, so a 48" is really something. Glad you're helping out Jimmy. Also like the Philmont belt, that place is really awesome.
The green is definitely the right colour. Have one very similar to this in our shop in England - it looks so similar I'm going to have a better look at it next week to verify.
Ours dates from the 1930s, though I thought it was made in High Wycombe, England. Maybe it was a US import, or perhaps it's just that these big old saws all look the same?
Had ours completely rebuilt about 25 years ago - everything changed - runs perfectly every day. Guess it'll need the same re-build in another 25 years or so, though by then that won't be my problem!
Great video - thank you!
wow what a great find, being a GA boy can only imagine the big pine and cypress this old saw has cut a history lesson in the raw
Huge fan of what you do. This old saw is going to be amazing again!!
Who has machinery catalogs from the 1800s? Oh Keith does... of course 😐. What a beast 😲
I can see that machine in Hammerite mid green, sweet!
im liking what i am seeing, so i subscribed..also i was glad to see you use a lead hammer so not to dent the metal..
Thank you for sharing. Enjoyed.
That's such a good find and I think you'll do the best job on the resto. I could see that saw making cuts on so called rough castings before machining. It's going to be a happy saw when you're done and when Jimmy has it in operation.
Love the Philmont belt!
Love the Philmont Belt
Super cool! I’m watchin!
Beautiful machine
First time here. I love it when they explain what they do and give some of the history of the machine. Interesting. I subscribed. Thanks for the video.
This looks alot like the big ship saws.. looking forward to watching this series!
Never really was into DiResta's style or work. That said, he's going to have a monster band saw when done.
Fantastic saw, glad to see Jimmy chose to leave it with you for the restoration! Looking forward to watching it come together. Thanks Keith!
That is quite a saw. It will be interesting to see what the creative mind of Diresta does with this tool.
Man what a beast. !! Trying to imagine what the pattern making and molding process must’ve been for that casting. Those old timers had some amazing skills !!
Amazing how well that was built so that even after all these years it can be disassembled for repair.
I'm looking forward to this one.
Good lord, that is quite the saw!