There are so many saws on the market, how does one decide which one to purchase? Do I buy a circular hand saw; a table saw, a miter saw, or band saw? Well, your decision should be based on what you need it for and what you will be doing with it. Ryobi makes all of these, and while I have your attention, let’s take a look at the Model # BS904, the 9” Band Saw that Ryobi has to offer.

This band saw comes with all you need to get started. It comes already assembled except you will need to put the table on and check to make sure it is square with the blade. Mine was perfect right out of the box. But if you need to make any adjustments, the instructions talk you through it so it’s not a problem.

The Ryobi 9” Band Saw comes with a 6T blade. A 6T blade is for wood, but you can always get one for metal if that is what you need it for.

The Band Saw also comes with a miter gauge so that you can make straight cuts by sliding the board using the miter gauge. The miter gauge also tilts from the 90 degree setting, all the way to 30 degrees in either direction. That’s a 60 degree tilt both ways for a total of 120 degrees of movement. That’s a lot!

Let’s look at some of the features that the Ryobi 9” Band Saw includes.

Features:

• Powerful 2.5 amp induction motor
• Independent upper and lower blade guides for improved accuracy
• Precision cast aluminum table tilts from 0° to 45°
• Adjustable sliding miter gauge
• Rack and pinion blade adjustment
• Blade tracking view window
• Rapid Set™ blade tension quick release for easy blade changing
• Micro adjustment blade tensioning knob
• Precision aluminum interior blade wheels minimize vibration
• 9” Throat capacity and increased 3-5/8” maximum cutting height

On top of that, this band saw is backed by Ryobi’s 3 Year Limited Warranty. We aren’t talking about most warranties that only stand behind their product for 90 days to 1 year; we’re talking about 3 full years. That in itself speaks volumes about the craftsmanship and how confident Ryobi is in their product!

Here is a video that I made about the Ryobi 9” Band Saw:

All of the adjustments are easy to make and user friendly. I read the manual to assure I put the table on correctly and went through their procedure on how to square the table to the saw blade. It explained what all of the knobs were for and how to use them. I also like how it is easy to understand the manual.

The tension on the blade is important and so is keeping your blade guide support as close as possible to the piece you are cutting. But I don’t know why I’m telling you all this, it’s all covered in the manual.

Just so you know. I really like my Ryobi 9” Band Saw. It’s powerful enough to cut through objects with ease and delicate enough for scroll work. Straight cuts, angled cuts, curved cuts, it does it all. If I could only have one saw, this would be it. It does what the others do and then some!

I hope this review helps you decide if you need or want the Ryobi 9” Band Saw. If you are looking for a saw of any kind, don’t overlook this one. It just may be the one you’re looking for.

For more Ryobi Tools, stay tuned because we have more coming!

Take care,

Disclaimer, This Product was supplied to us for review purposes only. All thoughts and words are my own.