How many use the GRR-Ripper?

terrydowning · Post by **terrydowning** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 5:59 pm

I just placed on my Amazon wish list.

stew · Post by **stew** » Mon Jan 20, 2014 9:32 pm

I bought mine years ago and a 2nd shortly after that. I use this on EVERY rip cut. The control of the workpiece is absolute and I have even done the 1/4 x 1/4 cut without any heart stoppage. This would be my first purchase after the SS if I had to replace my shop.

rcplaneguy · Post by **rcplaneguy** » Tue Jan 21, 2014 12:05 am

I like using the shopsmith fence straddler for narrow rips

WmZiggy · Post by **WmZiggy** » Tue Jan 21, 2014 9:16 am

benush26 wrote:I have one 200 and will buy a second. Mine does not have the 1/8" piece for narrow cuts, but will buy it. Also got to try out the attachment that moves the handle at more of an angle (similar to the SS pad but more pronounced). It seems to give a much better torque for pressing the work against a fence. Will buy that for each unit, too.

They are not cheap, but I think they provide enough extra peace of mind and safety that they are worth it.

Woodpeckers seems to have sales on them a few times each year. They put together dual units with the bridge for a decent discount.

Bought mine from Peachtree when they had a 20% off sale.

I've not bought the splitters, but they have a slick video on how to make the ZCI and then fit the splitter.

Many great videos on YouTube.

Be well,
Ben

Ben, in a flyer I got from Woodcraft they are giving a free 1/8" side arm with the purchase of the GRR-Ripper 200. Of course I would have purchased my second one three weeks earlier, but timing is everything.

WmZiggy · Post by **WmZiggy** » Tue Jan 21, 2014 9:24 am

Their (Woodcraft) special is good until January 24th. I checked their web page to see if I could find the special and it was difficult. I finally found it. So here is the link if you want to look at it.

http://www.woodcraft.com/Product/200439 ... GR200.aspx

PAX

benush26 · Post by **benush26** » Tue Jan 21, 2014 10:16 am

WmZiggy wrote:Their (Woodcraft) special is good until January 24th. I checked their web page to see if I could find the special and it was difficult. I finally found it. So here is the link if you want to look at it.

http://www.woodcraft.com/Product/200439 ... GR200.aspx

PAX

Thanks! Good deal!

kbuzz · Post by **kbuzz** » Tue Jan 21, 2014 11:29 am

I have to agree with some of the other comments regarding the Grr-ripper.
I used to use a verity of push sticks (some bought, some shop made). I now grab the Grr-ripper any time I make a rip cut.
Its also great on the jointer and router table.

A bit expensive but well made.

berry · Post by **berry** » Tue Jan 21, 2014 12:30 pm

I have two and use them, but not for everything. I also use a shop made (sacrificial) push block and the SS fence straddler. I find using two for longer stock when ripping awkward. They certainly fill a need some of the time.

heathicus · Post by **heathicus** » Tue Jan 21, 2014 12:53 pm

I watched the video and still don't understand what benefit it has over a sacrificial push block.

drlung · Post by **drlung** » Tue Jan 21, 2014 3:11 pm

The GRR-ripper offers great control on narrow rip cuts. It's not cheap but is very well-made.