I've used the Delta 37-070 variable speed benchtop jointer for a
few years with very satisfactory results. I've turned out a dozen or
so pieces of furniture out of white oak -- pretty sturdy stuff -- and
this jointer handled the task well. I'm "careful" with long pieces, up
to 5' or so, and they turn out straight. Almost everything I do is
limited to about 2" since, for wider surfaces, I use a surface plane.

Jim Stuyck


"Wayne Whitney" wrote in message
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Hello,

I'm looking for a "budget" jointer, I was wondering if anyone has any
current recommendations. So far I'm considering:

$130 Delta JT-160 6" x 30" benchtop jointer from Lowe's
$220 Harbor Freight 31849 7" x 47.5" floor jointer

Is a benchtop jointer really serviceable? Will the Harbor Freight
jointer have flat tables?

Thanks,
Wayne