04-06-2014, 4:30 PM #1 im in the market for a new band saw 14 inch I was sold on the grizzly g0555 then read about the rikon 10-325 the rikon is more money any one have either of these saws and can give me suggestions im a smallshop person16x24 this is the first real band saw I purchase I had a sears 12 inch before for years…is the quality there with grizzly or is rikon over stated thanks for your help. The Grizzly is a cast iron saw whereas the Rikon is of welded steel construction. “Depends what you want a bandsaw for. If it is for resaw, you want the bigger saw, like the Grizzly 0513. If you are wanting to cut curves or small items, then a 14” might meet your needs, although a scroll saw may too.
I also like the larger cast iron table, not sure how big the Griz’s table is. I got mine on sale at Woodcraft for $699 in November.
The recommendations I have seen most are the Laguna 1412, Rikon 10-326 and the Grizzly G0513. “They are all about the same price, with the nod in price going to the Rikon. The Grizzly has the advantage of being a 17″ and 2HP versus the other two being 14″ and 1.75HP but I don’t see much advantage in that respect as both the Lugana and the Rikon have 1.75HP and from everything I’ve read easily have enough power to resaw 13” of hardwood. The Rikon and the Lugana seem to have better/larger fences than the grizzly.
To help you make your purchase decision I researched woodworkers’ and expert reviewers opinions on 14 inch bandsaws in 30+ different articles and forum threads. Notable PWBS-14CS Reviews:”It ranked high for performance among its cast-iron brethren, but the wheels were misaligned by more than 1/8 in. on the machine we tested.”Thomas McKenna of Fine Woodworking on the PowermaticRanked 2nd of 8 by Fine Woodworking ReadersPOWERMATIC PWBS-14 Bandsaw Recommended by Tom Hintz >>Tom Hintz on video about the PMA “Top 3” 14 inch band saw at 3luxe. Notable G0457 Reviews:WoodNet Tool Review – Grizzly G0457 14″ Deluxe Bandsaw >>”Dust collection works well, though installing a blade is tough. The tension is easy to set and adjust, with an intuitive quick-release mechanism. The tracking knobs are a good size. The tall fence included with the saw slides smoothly, locks surely, and is great for resawing. Curve cuts were no problem, and resaw cuts were of fine quality.”Thomas McKenna of Fine Woodworking on the G0457 >>8th of 8 by Readers, Awarded Best Value 14 inch bandsaw by Fine Woodworking.
They’re extremely familiar with both the Laguna ceramic guides and the Rikon guides and prefer Rikon’s. The Rikon fence has an innovative dial to easily adjust it’s parallel-ness with the blade-which again no other saw in this class has. 1) Rikon 326.: Top guides and many features not found on other saws, good fence.
grizzly bandsaw vs rikon Related Question:
Where are Rikon bandsaws manufactured?
RIKON’s ISO9001 certified factory in located in Qingdao, China. In addition to being officially IS09001 certified, they utilize the systems of 6-Sigma and 5S Management. This assures consistent, top quality products, allowing us to stand behind our products with a 5-year warranty.
Where are grizzly bandsaws manufactured?
Grizzly machines now made in China.
Can a Rikon bandsaw cut metal?
for optimizing cut performance in brass alloys up to stainless steel. Miter angle cuts are possible up to 45°. The blade can be fed into the material manually or controlled automatically and hands-free with a spring-assist torsion system.
What should I look for in a bandsaw?
The two main things to consider when choosing a band saw are the depth of cut and the throat. The saw’s depth of cut is the distance from the table to the upper blade guides. Many band saws are marketed on this feature alone, which tells the prospective buyer how thick of stock can be cut using the band saw.
Who owns Rikon?
The five-year-old company, founded by Erin Riley, offers well-made imported tools geared to the serious woodworker. What sets them apart is their knack for pairing reasonable prices with some surprising innovations.
Are Grizzly Tools Made in USA?
Are Grizzly tools made in the USA? Grizzly tools are now made in China. Grizzly tools are still sold in the United States, but they are no longer manufactured there.
Where are Laguna Tools made?
Laguna Tools is proud to announce the opening of their new 115,000 square foot manufacturing facility and showroom in Grand Prairie Texas. Laguna Tools, based in Irvine, California, has been leading the industry in woodworking innovations for 36 years and continues to challenge the industry with new advancements.
Who owns Grizzly tool?
I’d known of Shiraz Balolia, the founder of Grizzly Industrial, since I was editor of Fine Woodworking magazine in the early 1990s, and Grizzly was one of our big advertisers, but it wasn’t until much later that I actually met the man and later still that I learned about his intriguing life story and wide-ranging
Who owns Grizzly tools?
He promoted to president Robert McCoy, who started with Grizzly 30 years ago at age 18 as a warehouse worker. Balolia’s son, Shabir Balolia, who’s been with the company more than 20 years, remains vice president of Grizzly’s parent company, S. Balolia Holdings Inc.
Is Grizzly Industrial Made in USA?
Balolia, Grizzly Industrial® is a national retail, mail order and Internet company in the U.S.A. providing high quality woodworking and metalworking machinery and accessories.
What is a band saw used for?
A bandsaw (also written band saw) is a power saw with a long, sharp blade consisting of a continuous band of toothed metal stretched between two or more wheels to cut material. They are used principally in woodworking, metalworking, and lumbering, but may cut a variety of materials.
Which is the best hobby bandsaw?
Our top choice of band saw, the JET JWBS-14DXPRO (view at Tool Nut), is powerful, versatile, and durable enough even for a professional, but is also well suited to the workshop of an avid DIY woodworker or hobbyist.
How much HP does a bandsaw need?
A 3/4 or 1 HP bandsaw is pefectly adequate for re-sawing stock at home….
What does a 14 inch bandsaw mean?
Rob Johnstone: Band saw sizes are derived from the diameter of the wheels in the saw. So a 14-inch band saw will have wheels that are 14-inches in diameter. There is another measure that indicates how wide a board you can resaw.
Where is Wen made?
In case you are wondering where WEN tools are made, they are made in China, although most agree that they are some of the better tools to come out of Chinese factories.