Rigid R4512 vs Grizzly G0715P

[Scott Pagington]

I currently have a Ryobi BT3100 and am looking to upgrade to something bigger. My initial thought was the Griz G0715p hybrid (currently $859 w/shipping) then I ran across the Rigid R4512 ($499). From a features perspective, the only major difference I see is the wings. The Griz is cast iron and the Rigid is steel. I know the cast iron is better, but is it $350 better? Any other thoughts?

I also thought about a cabinet saw, but don't have 220V.

Thanks,
Scott

[scott spencer]

The Griz fence looks to be quite a bit more substantial to me. You've also got a full enclosure on the Griz, which adds some mass and improves DC.

[Scott Pagington]

I agree the fence looks better on the Griz. The Rigid claims to be fully enclosed, but it obviously is not enclosed all the way to the floor. The DC port is located on the bottom of the Rigid.