Hi all, I have been on the forum for a bit but this may be my first post. I am looking at buying a used Minimax Formula F-1 jointer. The machine is local and in excellent condition. I know this machine is almost identical to the F410 nova. I also know Minimax dropped it a few years ago because it was so close to the F410N that it was redundant. However, I am wondering what might be the differences. Both machines have a 5hp 3 phase motor. Both are 16" with terse 4 knife cutterhead. The price is on par with what used SCM F410N are going for (about 5k so I am wondering if I should hold out for a SCMI or buy the Formula? Is it an identical machine to the F410? Are there major differences (thickness of the carriage for example) that would account for it being a Minimax not an SCMI? I appreciate any insight you all might have. Cheers,
Abe