Preferred method of cutting metal grilles

[Hackomatic]

FWIW, when I cut the stainless grills for the Simplexx subs I did use a metal cutting blade in the table saw. And although I got them cut, I wish now I would have done something different. It is a challenge to keep the thin, bendy grill flat on the table and tight to the fence. PLUS, you end up with raised, razor sharp edges after cutting that need a pass with the grinder. Wear gloves or your hands will be ribbonized . . .

[Chris_Allen]

Ribbonized. Verb of the day.

[BrentEvans]

My preferred method is going to the local metal shop with dimensions. 24 hour turnaround if you pick stock from their in hand and usually discount priced that way too. Think I paid $25 ea for my dr200 grills (bent on all for sides for looks) and about $35 ea. for something subwoofer sized. Both in nice punched metal, thick stuff. Not expanded or the thin stuff on commercial cabs.