I have a Bridgewood bandsaw (rebadged laguna LT , Italian saw) and a Wide belt sander. The bandsaw is what it is and the sander is rebadged as well although I cant think of the brand at this writing. DEpending on its age, i wouldnt be afraid to buy it. Lots of parts are available if you know what to look for from other brands since most of these machines are just rebadged brands. Is it single or 3PH power? unless you have 3PH, you may not be able to use it, a 24" planer may require a larger motor than a single PH power source can drive if you were planning on switching it.