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Powermatic 1120003 Model PM15 15-Inch 5-Horsepower Planer/Molder, 230-Volt 1-Phase
Feature: ... Powerful 5-horsepower, 1 phase, 230-volt motor; Plane or mold capabilities; Heavy-duty cast-iron table; magnetic controls; Three knives in cutterhead; 1-year warrnty ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 4 Date: 2003-08-14 Summary: You little Birch!!! ... About eight months ago I purchased the powermatic PM-15 from a local tool supply store. I have loved using this fine machine for planing and moulding, and it has preformed flawlessly, that is until I got my first paying customer. A gentleman that lives near me brought me a load of roughsawn birch to plane down and run 50' of crown and 50' of panel moulding for him. While most of it (80 percent) came out nice, most of the pieces had some tearout, and 1 piece of crown was completly trashed. What a nightmare! I was suprised ...more
[2] Rating: 4 Date: 2003-02-18 Summary: A Lot of Machine For the Money ... When this planer arrived at my shop I couldn't wait to get it out of the crate and plugged in. I was pleasantly surprised to see how heavy the machine was built, its beefy stature screamed, throw anything at me I can plane it, and after some adjusting it did. I ran pine and white oak threw it, and it produced a wonderful finish on both. The one problem I have had is trying to plane exceptionally wide boards. For some reason if I plane a board 10" wide or better it machine has some trouble feeding the board threw. I ...more
[3] Rating: 4 Date: 2003-12-30 Summary: Powerful but particular ... The machine is absolutely heavy duty. Although, there are a few things that I have found issue with: 1) machine doesn't work well with wide poplar boards. I have a heavy duty dust collection system connected to it but the poplar creates long strands from the wide boards. These strands clog up the exhaust chute causing the shavings to back up onto the outfeed roller and stop the boards from continuing through the planer part way through a feed. Basically have to lower the table and pull the board out to clean the strands ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | The new PM15 from Powermatic is loaded with features that make it a standout. Large 5HP motor gives the unit 15" wide planing capacity and enough power to run double knife sets for molding. The stand is fully enclosed and is equipped with integral casters for shop mobility. Two feed speeds, 10 and 20 fpm's allow you to run quickly for maximum stock removal yet slower speeds yield a fine milled finish on decorative moldings. Opening the hinged top with 4" dust collection port exposes the...more
[2] ... Product Description | The Powermatic PM15 Planer/Molder is a true workhorse that handles a wide array of jobs quickly, easily, and with precision. Using single or three-piece molding knives, this tool gives you wide selection of profiles. The perfect choice for the professional woodworker or serious hobbyist, the PM15 also features two feed speeds, adjustable depth of cut, and a hinged top with four-inch dust port. PM15 Planer/Molder At a Glance: Single or 3-piece molding for a wide selection of profiles 5-HP...more

Factory-Reconditioned Bosch 3365-46 5 Amp Planer
Feature: ... Reconditioned Bosch Products have a One-year warranty through the Bosch factory or an authorized service center; Powerful 5 Amp motor - For fast stock removal and a smooth finish, 18,000 RPM; Chip ejection switch - Directs shavings left or right; Electronically counterbalanced single-blade drum equipped with Bosch Woodrazor micrograin carbide blade; Razor-sharp blade - Automatically positioned at ideal cutting angle ...more
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Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | This is a factory reconditioned power tool. Reconditioned generally means that the tool has been returned to the manufacturer, who brings the tool back to like new condition. Some tools may contain cosmetic blemishes. Includes 3-1/4" Planer - 3365-46, (1) Woodrazor Blade - PA1202, Guide Fence - PA1203, Blade Wrench - 2 607 950 025...more

Festool HL 850 E Planer 574539
Feature: ... Quick blade changes - loosen three screws, replace the blade, tighten back up and that's it; the blade is adjusted automatically; Replaceable planing heads - a rough, smooth or wavy wooden texture, you have three different choices of rustic effect; Unlimited rebate depth - the single-bearing planing head allows you to work right up to the edge; Spiral blade with drawing cut - always a smooth planing pattern and no "chatter marks" thanks to the unique spiral blade; Stepless cutting depth adjustment - convenient rotary handle for adjusting the cutting depth accurately ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Includes HL 850 E Planer - 574539, Parallel Guide - 484513, Rebate Depth Guide - 484512, Systainer 3 Case - 445596...more

Black & Decker 7698K 5.2 Amp 3-1/4-Inch Planer
Feature: ... 5.2 Amp planer offers versatile functionality for a variety of uses; 16,500 revolutions per minute; 5/64-inch deep-cutting capacity; 5/16-inch rabbeting depth capacity and chamfering groove allow for decorative finish work; Includes 10 positve stops, front depth adjustment handle; 2-year warranty ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2005-07-02 Summary: Great for the money ... i bought this planer to trim down some exterior doors and it worked great. I've used it on several other projects since then and it has been excellent. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2004-05-17 Summary: Value Substitute for Dewalt 680 ... I used my friends Dewalt 680 planer for a couple of jobs and liked its small size/weight and features. I didn't like its $150 price. So I went looking for and alternative and found this Black and Decker at Sears for $69.99 w/case and extra blades. It looks and performs like the Dewalt but at half the price and w/case, extra blades and wrench(uses dewalt blades), edge guide, dust bag, and vacumn attachment accessories. The only differences I noticed is the rear shoe is a steel plate instead of cast. The front plate ...more
[3] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-02-16 Summary: Wish I had this before... ... Before I purchased this power planer I used a hand planer to shave down high spot on 2x4 before installing drywall, it cost me about $35 for the hand planer, and it gets difficult when you hit a knot. Then I found this planer for about $65 and it gets the job done in couple seconds compares to hours, it ran through the knot like it's not even there! Not only it's quick, the finish is impressively smooth too. For those (like me) thinking about getting a hand planer just for couple small jobs, the extra $30 is definitely ...more
Editorial Reviews — [1] ... Product Description | 2.8A, 19,000 RPM. Ball and sleeve bearing construction. Cuts 3 1 4" wide, up to 1 4" maximum depth of cut. 5 16" maximum rabbeting capacity. Fine depth adjustment for precise material removal. Chamfering groove for beveling corners. Lock on button for con...more
[2] ... Product Description | The Black & Decker 7698K 5.2 Amp 3-1/4-Inch Planer offers the versatility and power you need for performing a variety of planing functions, from smoothing rough materials to added the finishing, decorative touches to your carpentry work. With its 5.2 Amp, high torque motor and 16,500 revolutions per minute, the planer gives you the perfect amount of power, and its 5/64-inch deep-cutting capacity offers increased performance. The tool is built to last and includes four solid, reversible...more