What should i get? Rockler or Grizzly t-track table

[Terry Starch]

Im going to buy one of these but not sure which is best. What do you recommend? Either the Grizzly T25953 or Rockler 46654 T-track and 48089 stand?

I work on things every day. Thanks for the help guys, Terry

[Cary Falk]

Given that the Grizzly includes the stand for $163 and the Rockler is $318 I would go with Grizzly. There will be shipping and tax on the Grizzly but that may pertain to Rockler as well. The specs seem to be the same. It says that the Grizzly is on backorder so if you need it yesterday then you have to go Rockler.

[Terry Starch]

Thanks for the info. I also read that the Grizzley is not worth the money.

"Rock solid construction. Requires drilling pilot holes and providing screws for attaching stand with table top. Major drawback: the t-slots are narrow, and will not accept the sliding t-bolt products from Rockler (hold-down clamps and stops) without replacing the t-bolt (Taylor tools jig kit t-bolts will fit, Rockler T-slot bolts will not). The Armor and Grizzly clamps specifically sold as t-slot will fit, but the multi-use drill press clamps with an included t-slot screw, and the t-slot screw clamps from Kreg will not fit without grinding down the screw head."

[Ben Rivel]

Been wondering what the difference was here. I mean, I know Rockler overprices pretty much everything they sell and rebrands a lot of their items and then upcharges for them (think Radio Shack), but how in the world was Grizzly able to get their version of this so cheap without cutting some corners? Just couldnt figure out what they did.

[Ronald Blue]

Here are the specifications for both. I see no difference in the T-slot dimensions.


More Information
Brand
Rockler


Weight
44.3500


Tech Spec


T-slots accept both 5/16" T-bolts and 1/4" T-bolts, as well as 1/4" hex-bolts
Table top measures 28" x 40" x 1-1/8" thick
Top is made of melamine-coated MDF with 3mm black edge banding
All T-tracks are 3/4" Wide x 3/8" Deep
T-slots are made of extruded aluminum




Length
40"


Width
28"

Grizzly’s T-Slot Table and Leg System is one of the most versatile work stations your shop can have. Coupled with our T-Track Auto Adjust Clamps and Fence Kits, this heavy-duty, affordable unit will simplify your sanding, clamping, routing, assembly, and sawing needs.Specifications:


T-slots are compatible with 5/16” T-bolts, 1/4" hex bolts, and 1/4" T-bolts
Anodized green extruded aluminum T-Tracks are 3/4" wide by 3/8” deep
Top measures 28” x 40”
1-1/8” (30mm) melamine coated MDF with black edge banding
Stand includes rubber adjustable feet
Legs are 1/8” heavy-duty steel
Steel base measures 36”L x 24”W x 32”H
Weight with top: 80 lb.

[Shiraz Balolia]

Been wondering what the difference was here. I mean, I know Rockler overprices pretty much everything they sell and rebrands a lot of their items and then upcharges for them (think Radio Shack), but how in the world was Grizzly able to get their version of this so cheap without cutting some corners? Just couldnt figure out what they did.

We have boots on the ground (offices) in Taiwan and China and have contacts that many other companies do not have. We can get stuff made by factories our competitors have no idea exist! Plus, we don't believe in overcharging customers.

Many people think paying more means getting a better product. By all means customers can shop where they feel better about their purchases.

Oh, by the way, we were in China before any of the major companies here in the USA were, so we have a lot of history and relationships that are hard to put a monetary value on.

[glenn bradley]

Great thread. My only pause was the "universal" profile in the Rockler (which I have all over the shop). With the Grizzly accepting 1/4" and 5/16" t-bolts I would grab their table in a heartbeat.