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   Radio Flyer | Dec 27, 2006 10:54pm | #1

   Yes, My Dad is interested in this offer also, so I checked for him this morning.  Really the only difference is the X5 has a 5 year warranty, this model does not.  So we bought one and it appears very well made.

   I have a Delta DJ-15 jointer now on it's 15th year of service, it has performed perfectly.

   Glenn

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   CheapDave | Dec 28, 2006 05:07am | #2

   That's good to hear. Did you get the $399 deal already? My flyer says the sale doesn't start until Dec 29.

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   Radio Flyer | Dec 28, 2006 07:55pm | #6

   Not yet, but I went to look at it and reserved one for Saturday pickup.  GK

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   DJK | Dec 28, 2006 05:07am | #3

   What is the difference between the Professional Jointer and the Non Professional Jointer?

   DJK

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   CheapDave | Dec 28, 2006 06:18am | #4

   From what I can tell, the professional models have an enclosed base, rack & pinion fence adjustment and 1hp motor. The "deluxe jointer" has an open base, a different fence adjustment and 3/4hp motor. I'm not sure if there are other differences as well. I've never seen them side by side.

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   user-211435 | Dec 28, 2006 07:45am | #5

   I saw the ad too.  It's too bad that this jointer doesn't come with the old style Delta-Milwaukie fence that was used in the good old days.

   I guess the engineers think that if they make it look like an industrial tool more people will buy it even if it doesn't work as well.  Or the designers don't know the difference.  Too bad.

   That old fence with the adjustment controls on the end was the most accurate fence I have ever used, at any angle.  And it could be trusted to be correct.  No gauges necessary.

   This is still a great price on a really good little jointer.  I used one for many years.

   Hal

   http://www.rivercitywoodworks.com