Used Wilton Equipment For Sale

Wilton was founded in 1941 by Hugh W. Vogl in Chicago, Illinois, taking its name from the intersection of Wilton Avenue and Wrightwood Avenue where the original factory stood. The company's first product was the Bullet Vise, which was manufactured exclusively for the U.S. government during World War II for use in munitions plants. By the early 1950s Wilton had expanded into carriage and machinist clamps, and by 1965 it had become the preferred vise brand in the industrial market. After a series of ownership changes, Wilton became a division of JPW Industries, headquartered in La Vergne, Tennessee, alongside sister brands Jet and Powermatic.

Wilton's metalworking machinery lineup centers on its metal-cutting band saws, which span a wide range of sizes and configurations. Horizontal cut-off band saws — including the 7x12 models 3400 and 3410, the 8x13 model 7015, the 10x16 models 7020 and 7040, and the large-capacity semi-automatic model 7060 — are the workhorses most commonly found in machine shops and fabrication facilities. Vertical band saws such as the 14-inch models 8201, 8201VS, and 8203, and the heavy-duty 8020FW metalworking bandsaw, handle contour cutting and precision work. Many models offer dual horizontal/vertical operation, giving shops a single machine capable of both cut-off and contour tasks.

Wilton band saws serve a broad cross-section of metalworking industries. Machine shops rely on horizontal cut-off models for efficient bar stock and structural steel preparation. Metal fabricators, welding shops, and job shops use the vertical models for contour cutting and prototype work. Maintenance, repair, and operations departments in automotive, aerospace, and general manufacturing plants keep Wilton saws on the floor for everyday material prep. The brand's combination horizontal/vertical saws are especially popular in smaller shops where floor space is at a premium.

Buyers seeking used Wilton band saws are drawn to the brand's reputation for heavy cast-iron and steel construction that holds up through years of production use. Replacement blades, blade guides, drive components, and gearbox parts remain widely available through JPW Industries and third-party suppliers, making maintenance straightforward on older machines. The robust build quality means a well-maintained used Wilton saw typically retains strong cutting performance and holds its resale value better than lighter-duty alternatives, making the used market an attractive entry point for shops that want industrial-grade capacity without the new-machine price.

Meadoworks is your trusted source for used Wilton equipment. As third-generation industrial equipment dealers and AMEA-certified appraisers with over 50 years of experience, we offer quality-inspected Wilton machines at competitive prices. Browse the 1 used Wilton machine listed above, or call 800-323-0307 for equipment not yet listed.

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