boxer

Yeah, I started woodworking about a year ago, and didn't want to break the bank until I was sure I was going to stay with it. So I bought Delta Shopmaster everything. I'm at the point of upgrading now and was looking for a consumer report.
Thanks,
Kevin

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silvercreek

I have a delta 12" planer and have had it for about 5 years .Have planed a lot of wood on it . Just be sure when you change knives remember to go counterclockwise to loosen them i stripped out a bunch before i figured it out i went to Lowes and ordered some more screws had to cut some of the stripped ones out with a die grinder dont let anyone knock Delta they make affordable goood woodworking equipment.

del schisler

i have the ridgid planer And it is a very good one so far What i like is the lock down on the bed when you run boards thro NO SNIPE on the ends When you turn the bed down for the next cut You just push the lock over No Snipe Than when you turn the bed down you take the lock off and turn bed down and slide the lock back over This sound's like more than you would like to do But it doesn't take any time to do this I dont thank any other planer has this The price isn't all that bad It has a 2" hose hook up and a 4" hose hook up I use the 4" with the delta 1200cfm dust collector And this take 99 % of all the chips Try it if you dont like it take it back No problum Home Depot will take it back Here is the link http://www.homedepot.com/prel80/HDUS...40-planer_wood

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sawstop

I have the Dewalt DW735 13" Planer & it has 2 speeds built in chip ejection that will full your shop vac with out turning the vac on & snipe is not a problem if you get the in feed & out feed extensions.

Use 3 cutters & are double sided M2 steel & will produce incredibly smooth finish even at the fast feed speed.

It always gets the choice awards in review but does cost a little more but it is worth it.

This planer does not have a lock down leaver it is automatic.

It was selling for about $700.00 in Canada but is now around $600.00.
I paid $428.00 Canadian on eBay including shipping.


Dan

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cranbrook2

I have had a few planers in the past.
if you buy a planer make sure you get one that has quick change blade system
i also had a 12" delta and they are garbage .
it,s tricky to set the blades and like someone said if you turn them screws the wrong way good luck getting them out. it took me 2 days to get one of the screws out.
john

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Mike

I find it interesting that there is such a wide difference of opinion on Delta planers. Perhaps this is changes on specific models? I used a buddies Delta 12" planer for over a year (as needed) and then purchased a different model Delta 12" planer and had no problems with either one. I had to make adjustments to both when starting out but they stayed in adjustment and the blade changes were quick and easy. I added the optional dust collector hood to mine; this really should of been included on all models.

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sawstop

The Dewalt DW735 13" Planer has the easiest blade change of all the 12" & 13" planers reviewed in 2 or more reviews in the last or more year & I will agree to that.

Lift the top cover & then the blade/blower cover & it is wide open easy to reach & see.
All Hex screws on the planer are the same size & can be removed with the included T- handle tool that has 2 rare earth magnets to remove & replace the blade.

Dan

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sawstop

Here is a link to a review on the Dewalt DW735 13" Planer from Fine Woodworking.
I will send more as I find them if you like

http://www.taunton.com/finewoodworki...t.aspx?id=5712

I love it.
Dan

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rprice54

wood magazine just had a review of several planers. I don't have it in front of me but it was the last issue (october I think). basically the dewalt 735 was top choice but by far the priciest, and don't forget the extension tables are extra.

the ridgid got a top nod for cut quality almost as nice as the dewalt, at a much lower price, and it comes with a stand, extension tables, and an extra set of blades. there was a 3rd top pick, I think it was a delta but I need to go home and check. there was a grizz planer they blasted. I took note- I've been in the market for a planer, I think I will go with the ridgid for my money.