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Factory-Reconditioned DEWALT DW735R Heavy-Duty 15 Amp 13-Inch Benchtop Planer by DEWALT
Product DetailsManufacturer: DEWALT Model: DW735R Accessories:
Tools and Hardware Reviews of Factory-Reconditioned DEWALT DW735R Heavy-Duty 15 Amp 13-Inch Benchtop PlanerCustomer Review: Great planer, good deal Summary: 5 StarsI picked up the refurbished version for $389 + $50/shipping, about $100 more than a quality 12-inch planer (note, for every manufacturer I looked at who makes both a 12-inch and a 13-inch, the 13-inch is significantly beefier). It arrived in fine shape and was reasonably well packaged. Everything inside looked brand new, though there were a few "inspected" stickers on it, so it may have been refurbished. I'm told that new over stocks are sometimes sold as refurbished to avoid putting new items "on sale."
I've planed a couple hundred board feet with it and have kicked-up a few knots which took a small nick out of one of the knives, which were fairly easy to flip over to get a new surface. The feed system is good, the vacuum system is also good. I especially like the depth gauge, though it's not always accurate, it does give a good idea of what's up.
Snipe is manageable, though the in/out tray tables ($55) would be a nice addition.
Overall, no complaints. My close-second choice would have been the Home Depot Rigid 13" planer. Not as many features, but a workhorse at $400.
Description of Factory-Reconditioned DEWALT DW735R Heavy-Duty 15 Amp 13-Inch Benchtop PlanerFactory-Reconditioned DEWALT DW735R Heavy-Duty 15 Amp 13-inch Benchtop Planer Sometimes, half an inch makes all the difference. But that's not the only reason to step up to the 735. Its powerful 10,000 rpm motor will handle anything you feed it--oak, walnut, exotics--with absolute ease. The three-knife cutterhead will make 96 or 179 cuts per inch, depending on which speed setting you choose. Mess is minimized with the fan-assisted chip ejection, which literally vacuums chips off the cutter-head and blows them out the exhaust. The 735's automatic carriage lock will save you from snipe by reducing the movement that causes it--what a great idea. We also love the redesigned thickness scale--it's big and super-visible, even in poor lighting. Those who do repetitive cuts will appreciate the turret depth-stop; set your most-used cuts to it once and you're always assured of accuracy. The home woodworker will be thrilled, and the professional's expectations will be more than met. This is a winner. -- Kris Jensen-Van Heste
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