Quick Jointer Question

[Michael Fross]

Hello all,

I've been eyeing this Jet Jointer (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00064NGRY/qid=1142536924/sr=1-2/ref=pd_bbs_2/104-5932768-3191132?%5Fencoding=UTF8&s=hi&v=glance&n=228013) on Amazon model 708455. With the sale ending today, and a $25 rebate, I can get it for $370 and this just seems like one heck of a deal.

In general, I like Jet tools but thought I would try to get a quick opinion.

Many thanks,

Michael

[Vaughn McMillan]

I've not used a Jet jointer, but I don't think you'll find a lot of differences between the different jointers in this size range...the ones I've seen all seem pretty equal. They all produce pretty much the same end result. As an aside, I did notice Grizzly has the G0452 (with a 1hp motor instead of the Jet's 3/4hp, and a built-in mobile base) for only about $25 more, including shippng. My Griz jointer is a different 6" model bought on closeout sale at the end of 2005, but I've been very happy with it.

- Vaughn

[Michael Fross]

I've not used a Jet jointer, but I don't think you'll find a lot of differences between the different jointers in this size range...the ones I've seen all seem pretty equal. They all produce pretty much the same end result. As an aside, I did notice Grizzly has the G0452 (with a 1hp motor instead of the Jet's 3/4hp, and a built-in mobile base) for only about $25 more, including shippng. My Griz jointer is a different 6" model bought on closeout sale at the end of 2005, but I've been very happy with it.

- Vaughn

Hmm. That looks really sharp. Something to think about... Has anyone used one of these?

[Jim Davenport]

I've had a 6" JJ6CS for about fifteen years. Never had any problems with it.
You can down load the manual from here in PDF.
http://www.wmhtoolgroup.com/index.cfm?area=shop&action=detail&iid=11737

[Allen Prell]

Check out this previous thread regarding the Grizzly G0452 jointer
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=29747

[willie sobat]

I have had the closed based Jet for about 9 years. Its done a great job including 7' 12/4 maple bedposts. That said I'd read recent reviews of all the models in the category before I'd buy one again.