Michael Daly wrote:

I'm wondering why you're fixed on Grizzly. Have you looked at
General? They sell locally.

Grizzly is cheaper than General, General International, and even King
Industrial.

Here's an 8" jointer comparison:

GI 80-200M1: $1900CAD
3 knives
1.5HP
shortest bed (but has roller extensions to make it longest)
4" fence height instead of 5"


King KC-80FX: $1200CAD
3 knives
2.5 HP


Grizzly G0490: $750USD = $862CAD
4 knives
3HP
only one drive belt
pedestal switch
built-in mobile base


Even after duty, that's still a significant difference.

Chris