The maxselect planer was on sale at home depot today for $79.00.Go grab one while you still can. While you're at it, grab the jigsaw and the caulking gun as well. I've got 'em all and I am using them all as I'm trying to rehab an old building. Great tools.Saw one yesterday for $79. Nearly bought it, but thought I would ask others what they think of it. I only have the 18 volt batteries; is that enough power? and how long does it run for on a full pack?
I would only expect to use it occasionally (although once I have it I'm sure I would find lots of tasks for it). Would I be better off buying a corded planer with a higher rpm at a similar price. I think I saw the Ryobi corded planer for $69, and the small Bosch for $99.
I tried searching the forum for some wisdom on this item, but didn't find much to help with these questions. I did however find several comments about difficulties in getting replacement blades; is this a problem?
If corded is the way to go. How much better is the Bosch over the Ryobi?Is it the same Ridgid planer that usually sold for $369 model R4330?
Thanks
MikeI"m pretty sure he's talking about the R888 Planer (http://www.ridgid.com/Tools/R888-Dual-Voltage-Hand-Planer/EN/index.htm).
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MaxSelect Dual Voltage Hand Planer: originally $119I"m pretty sure he's talking about the R888 Planer (http://www.ridgid.com/Tools/R888-Dual-Voltage-Hand-Planer/EN/index.htm).its been clearanced out at all the local HDs here, so I am guessing a new model is coming out or it was discontinued all together. :(It works great. Never changed blades yet.the hand planer is a very good tool. smooth operation and adjustments are a breeze. i have the 18V planer which was sold as a complete tool (with battery and charger), but it's the same planer. have yet to find something it can't handle.#If you have any other info about this subject , Please add it free.# |
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