Grizzly G0513X2 vs G0636X

[Lance Norris]

Here is a copy of the comparison chart as promised:
Attachment 82114

Thats a great reference. Im sure it will help many people make an informed decision.

[Jody Malinich]

Shiraz,
Thanks for being here. It helps knowing that we can get no "bull" answers from you.

[Peter Quadarella]

That's great Shiraz, thanks a lot! That will help in my decision immensely.

[John Keeton]

As in all things, one generally gets what one pays for. Tomorrow I am getting delivery of my 4th and last (at least for a while) Griz tool. I pondered all of them as this was a revamp of my entire shop. On the bandsaw, I ended up with the 513x2 and, for the money, it is a lot of saw. That said, there is a lot more saw in the 636x and, if it fits your needs, has to be a better saw. For my needs, the choice clearly was the 513x2. I sold my 15 year old 16" Griz BS and it served me well, but the quality has vastly improved. I am sold on the Griz!! Good tools, good company, and great service.

[James Biddle]

Here is a copy of the comparison chart as promised:
Attachment 82114

Anyone got the same specs that Shiraz listed for his bandsaws for the MM16 and Laguna LT16HD? The specs on their websites don't contain a lot of the same info.

[Ron Kellison]

Does anyone have any experience with using 1/2" or 3/8" blades on the G0636?

[Eddie Darby]

Scott - In view of the new information, would you have gotten the Grizzly BS now?

[Scott Seigmund]

Scott - In view of the new information, would you have gotten the Grizzly BS now?

The short answer is no.

[James Tetreault]

I just purchased a G0636X and I am very impressed, its a tank. I've been cutting a lot of white pine 8-10" thich at about 0.25" x 10' with no problems, motor doesn't even know there is wood being cut. I also cut some black walnut at 1/16th of an inch thick using a Timberwolf 3/4" AS-S blade. Everything on this saw is heavy duty, I cannot see how anyone could go wrong with this saw. Just ordered a G0604X 6" jointer through Grizzly's e-bay site, some paint blemishes but only $450 + $94 shipping. If it's as well built as the G0636X I am sure to be happy.