Thinking about new jointer

[Jim Rimmer]

I currently have a bench top Delta 6" joiner and have been thinking about upgrading before I retire. I have been looking at and considering the Grizzly G0725. Has anyone here had any experience with this one. http://www.grizzly.com/products/6-x-28-Benchtop-Jointer/G0725

I am a hobbyist and will be using in more once I retire but not at a commercial level.

[Matt Day]

what kind of projects do you work on? I ask because a benchtop 6" jointer doesn't have much capacity (length or width). Bigger is better when it comes to jointers.

[Brian Tax]

What is the reason for the upgrade? Delta 6" bench top to Grizzly 6" bench top, does not seem like much if any of an upgrade.

[Prashun Patel]

I agree with Matt. Opt for a bigger jointer if you can afford it. A 6" floor standing jointer is better, an 8" jointer better still. If I had the funds for it (and the time for modest changeover) I'd get a j/p combo machine. One set of knives and wide jointing capacity.

[Cary Falk]

I used to own the Delta bench top jointer. I don't consider going from one benchtop jointer to another one an upgrade. I would consider a used 6" stationary jointer from CL. Are you lacking the space for a stationary jointer? The difference is night and day.

[Kelly Cleveland]

I don't know about your area but around here jointers are a dime a dozen. Just now I saw about 10 decent 6" jointers under $300 on CL, even a delta for $90.

[Paul McGaha]

A lot of bang for the buck with used tools Jim. My last (2) stationary tools were bought used. From creekers.

Our local craigslist (Washington DC) has nice used woodworking tools in it routinely. A fair amount of disposable income in this area I think.

I'm sure the Grizzly would be fine though if that's what you prefer.

PHM

[julian abram]

For an upgrade I would be thinking about a 8" floor model, new or used Grizzly, Jet, Powermatic or any other of the popular brands.

[Dave Verstraete]

For an upgrade I would be thinking about a 8" floor model, new or used Grizzly, Jet, Powermatic or any other of the popular brands.
X2 for an 8" Grizzly with a spiral head

[Justin Jump]

X2 for an 8" Grizzly with a spiral head

+1 - just went from 6" to 8" grizzly with spiral head. Picked up at the Grizzly Tent sale.

Glad i got it and it cuts smooth.

[Myk Rian]

Look around. I picked up this Rockwell 8" for $300.
Don't replace a 6" with another 6". Get something you're going to really use.

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[Thomas Hotchkin]

Jim
On Houston Craigslist is this. 1962 powermatic model 50 6" jointer - $250 (spring branchhttp://images.craigslist.org/00t0t_4YjoII7xkQT_600x450.jpg

[Bill Orbine]

Jim
On Houston Craigslist is this. 1962 powermatic model 50 6" jointer - $250 (spring branch

http://images.craigslist.org/00t0t_4YjoII7xkQT_600x450.jpg

Note the can of denatured alcohol and a few rags below and on left of jointer. Plastic cover (outside storage?). Looks like the jointer was a bit rougher before clean-up for picture. For what it looks, it's still worth seeing. Caveat Emptor.

I had scanned the Houston Craigs , too and I found a nice Oliver jointer for 2 grand. 12 inches is a bit of an upgrade?

[David Helm]

Is it a matter of space? I have the Grizzly G0452Z with spiral cutterhead. Certainly more money, but for a good jointer with a relatively small footprint it is perfect for me.

[Matt Day]

I wish the OP would chime in here with a little more info so we can advise him a little better.

[Jim Rimmer]

Thanks for all the responses and suggestions but mostly for the wake up call. Am I really looking for an upgrade or do I just want a new jointer? I think I'll look at Craig's list and take a hard look at what I already have and what I need.

Thanks, fellow Creekers. I love this place.