Be patient: Wait and find something local if you want to save some
money. Try the local classifieds, garage sale ads, and the like. I
live is a smaller town and still found a nice late 40's 6" Delta with
4 sets of Rockwell knives for $50 after 2 weeks of active research.
While you wait, go the library and get a decent book which explains
the jointer tuning process. This will help you decide what kind you
want.

HF jointers. I've been to the store and didn't like em one bit.
There are a couple of good jointers between HF and the Delta.
Depending on where you live they might be an option if you want new or
can't wait. DAGS.

Good luck!