Grizzly G9849 Magnetic Base/Dial Indicator Combo - President's Special

by Grizzly

Product Description

Precision measurements and set-ups have never been so easy. Magnetic base engages with just the turn of a switch and allows pinpoint adjustment. The dial indicator features 0-1" travel and has a resolution of 0.001". This fine set includes a molded case for protection and convenience.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 4.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0000DD0VA
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

Customer Reviews

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60 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is very useful and very affordable!, October 29, 2004

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Scott Pointon "Former Marine, Librarian, Wood... (Crest Hill, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Grizzly G9849 Magnetic Base/Dial Indicator Combo - President's Special (Misc.)

Before reviewing this item I should explain how I came to use it. I was reading a recent special issue of Popular Woodworking Magazine entitled "The Ultimate Guide to Tablesaws 2004". In this magazine I found the article "19 Step Tune-up" by Paul Anthony. This article explained a lot to me and really emphasized the importance of keeping your tablesaw (and other tools) properly adjusted. He explained the many components of a tool that can be checked/calibrated using a dial indicator. I assumed throughout the article that he was probably using some $300 model that would forever be out of my reach. Imagine my surprise when he revealed that he was using the Grizzly dial indicator with magnetic base attachment, and that these items are precise and affordable on every budget!

Now for my review: Grizzly shipped my order in their usual speedy fashion and I have to say I am well pleased with this purchase. Once you hold this tool in your hands you understand that it is good quality without being frilly. The construction seems perfectly adequate, and my tests show this gauge to be quite precise as well. Within minutes after setting up my dial indicator I was able to determine that the aging blade on my tablesaw was no longer flat and needed to be replaced.

All in all, this is a smart buy that will allow you to fine tune your tools and check precise calibrations without hurting your pocketbook one bit.

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Measuring Device, December 9, 2004

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R. Davis - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Grizzly G9849 Magnetic Base/Dial Indicator Combo - President's Special (Misc.)

I bought this to dial in the chuck on my drill press. It worked great! The magnetic base held extremely tight to the table. You can pay more for a dial indicator but you won't do any better.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Clamp broke after minimal use ...Griz customer service awesome, September 21, 2007

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EZEZEZEZEZEZEZ "EZ" (somewhere, United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Grizzly G9849 Magnetic Base/Dial Indicator Combo - President's Special (Misc.)

One of the clamps broke after pretty minimal use. Contacted Griz and they got it corrected immediately, prompt and courteous customer service. Replacement clamp has worked fine.