What about checking out the Grizzly G0550 or the G0551?


"Jim" wrote in message
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I have to agree with Bob. I also have the Delta 20-580 and am very
pleased
with the performance.

Jim
www.woodblog.com

"Bob" wrote in message
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It appears you are looking at benchtop planers, as opposed to heavier
cast planers. In that class, let me suggest you look and see if there
is a Lowe's in your area that still has a Delta 20-580 13" planer in
stock. These planers sell for $350-$450 depending on where you buy.
Lowe's had them on sale for $229 - an incredible buy. I bought one and
I am very pleased with it. At that price, there is no other
competition to consider.

Bob

P.S. If you have a dust collector, pay the extra $24 for the dust
collection nozzle for this planer. It works very, very well.