I am looking to buy a 14" bandsaw and am looking for your opinions. i was thinking about "the ultimate 14" saw from grizzly. any thoughts? i heard from someone that grizzlies customer service can be bad. thanks for your thoughts, Dan.
I have had great service from Grizzly, the one time I needed them they were there and solved my problem, I would'nt hesitate buyin another machine from them. Best machine for the money in my book.
Grizzlies are very good. I can't imagine that you would be disapointed.
LOVE mine!
I have had problems with only one of their machines.It broke down every time I turned around.Their techs support took care of it and no questions ask.I will buy from them again.Grizzly is #1 in my book.
I hated mine , tho it was/is being used in a blacksmith shop. It is a metal cutting saw but the service that I received from Grizzley would prevent me from ever buying that brand name again whatever the tool.
Oberon
I have a couple of Griz tools included a 14" bandsaw. My one complaint about it is that I have went thru a pile of guide bearings and thrust bearings. I cut alot of hardwoods and even keeping them lubed hasn't helped all together. I've found a very cheap place to purchase replacement bearings since, but I wish it has guide blocks instead. Beyond that it is an excellent tool and my next saw will be a bigger Grizzly. Customer service has always been tops every time I've called. dino
I love all of my grizz tools, no problems with my band saw. But I willl say I am not a heavy tool user. Service from grizzly has always been good to me.
Have one of there 16 inch models for 5 years now. Would buy again.
Haven't had mine long,but it is way more machine than the 2 I've had in the shop before!
The one you mentioned is the one I have. Great saw, handles everything I need it to and easy to change blade. Chad
I considered the 14" Ultimate but sprang for the 14" Extreme Series. For $200 more it had a lot more stuff. The 1.5HP motor gives it plenty of power for hardwood. The wheels are cast iron instead for aluminum, bigger table, better fence, work light...
I bought mine in December 07 and Grizzly lowered the price $20 for 08 so I sent an email and asked if they would give me the lower price. They sent me a gift certificate for $20.
My only complaint is that the throat plate seems to be odd sized. I would like to have a few zero-clearance inserts but can't find them. Making a round insert might be a bit of a challenge. Has anybody found inserts?
Kevin
Kevin ,thats the one I got too. You can get a carbide blade for under 30.00 ,the drawback is wider kerf. They also have carbide imbedded blades,may have to call and quiz em about those!