I've got a FS350 jointer/planer combo( with straight knives) I've had for a few years. I love the machine. But sometimes hate the change over. Usually I can bulk process jointing vs planing but its the times I need a one off piece or I made a mistake and need to surface a replacement for it. I got a DC380 off craigslist for $500. Its in good shape. I am wondering if there would be any major loss of quality of my planed surfaces from one machine to the next? Or any reason the DC380 is not advisable in terms of quality compared to the minimax My workshop is being built now so I wont be able to test the dc380 for a few more months. Wondering if anyone can comment on these 15" planers. Hoping the minimax can serve as a Jointer most of the time and to run the DC380 along side it.
Also I usually run a final pass with finely tuned hand planes on all surfaces. So normal milling marks are of no concern. Im hoping the new planer will be worth it due to the added convenience it might provide.
Thanks in advance,