I'm fortunate enough to have purchased the Makita, and it's a great machine.
Last time the comparative merits were discussed, I mentioned the vast
difference in shipping weights. I seriously doubt this machine is capable
of consistent adjustment based on its lightweight construction.

"C & S" wrote in message
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I was thinking of getting one of these with the planer blade jig. If it
does a decent job it could pay for itself in a couple of years. But does
it
work well?

I have only had my planer an jointer blades ground "professionaly" by a
local guy and I was really unimpressed. Living in a small town, the only
alternative is mailing them out which only adds to the cost.



And the Horizontal WetStone grinder is also on sale for $76.49
http://www.woodcraft.com/family.aspx?familyid=4866