Abstract: A portable band saw comprising a base having upstanding supports integral therewith, a U-shaped frame is pivotally supported on one of the upstanding supports, said frame has a pair of spaced apart pulley wheels rotatably attached thereto. A saw blade extends between the pulley wheels and is rotatable thereabout, and guide means is utilized whereby the saw blade extends therethrough and is guided and supported thereby. A motor, having a drive shaft, is attached to the U-shaped frame, said drive shaft is connected to one of the pulley wheels thereby rotating same and the saw blade which extends thereabout upon starting of the motor. A pivotable saw table having an arcuate slot therein is utilized to advance work to be cut toward the rotating saw blade. The U-shaped frame together with the pulley wheels, saw blade, saw blade guide and motor is removable as a unit from the outstanding support and usable in a fashion similar to other band saws.