Any comments on Grizzly G0513X2B Band Saw?

[Gary Warren]

I am looking at the Grizzly G0513X2B and the G0514X Band Saw as a Christmas gift to myself. Any comments would be appreciated before I decide to buy! Thanks

[richard poitras]

I had a 514x and thought it was a good saw and would buy it again.

[Chuck Saunders]

I have the 513X2 and I am very happy.

[Cary Falk]

I have the G0513x2 and am happy with it. The only difference is the brake.

[mark kosse]

i have the 513x2 and like it.

[Stan Mitchell]

I'll add my vote for the 513x2. Terrific saw. In fact, it's one of the nicest band saws that I've had the pleasure of using! It has some really nice features.

[jerry nazard]

+1 513. Great saw!

[Guy Germaine]

What they said! I've had the 513X for several years, and love it.

[glenn bradley]

+1 G0513X. It does take some time to wind down but I only find that an issue if I am wanting to back out of a cut. I know we all follow the safety guidelines and never back out of a cut while the saw is running, right? I do this so seldom it is not an issue for me. If I used the saw for lots of start-stop curvy stuff, a brake would be great.

All that being said; an extra pony and a deeper throat on the 514? Hmmm.

[Erik Christensen]

I have the 514x2 and like it - I would buy it again. I have not done any re-sawing as yet but it has cut everything I have thrown at it without hesitation.

I have to say the wheels are pretty massive - it takes a good long time to spin down and the foot brake takes a good stomp to stop the blade.

[Pat Germain]

I'm yet another proud and happy owner of a G0513X2. I've done some serious resawing on that machine and it handles it with no struggle whatsoever. I also the like the "Bear Head" wheels. :)

[Greg Wittler]

That is the one I asked santa for, hope they have more than one ;) was also wondering if the x2b was worth the extra $100

[Scott T Smith]

I have the 0513xb2, and really like it a lot. I like the brake feature - it's quick and effortless, and for me was worth the extra bucks.

Everything about the saw works well. It is very accurate resawing, has good power, a good guide system - all in all I am pleased with it.

You can't get carbide tipped bands (my preferred band) directly from Grizzly for it, but there are other suppliers that can make one for you.

[Mr. Jeff Smith]

513X2 guy here. I love it. Not only does it work great, but it brings a smile to my face when I see it in my garage. Guess I have a problem...

Anyway, this is great machine, however if you need a brake, get one.

[Gary Warren]

Thanks guys! I now have my answer and it will be the 514 with the brake! What a great forum to help us make informed decisions. Thanks again!