Fine Woodworking Recommended Products
Festool Rotex FEQ-Plus Random Orbital Sander
The Festool Rotex is a top-of-the-line choice. On its coarse setting, it removed stock nearly twice as quickly as the second-fastest model. But that speed doesn’t mean you’ll have to wrestle with it. It’s no huge task to control it with two hands, and its long body gives you plenty of room to find a sweet spot while holding it.
Craftsman Random Orbit Sander
While this sander is among the least expensive models in the test, its performance ranks among the best. The stock removal was excellent, and dust collection was solid when used with a vacuum. It handles really smoothly, too, and has a tall body that fit my hand nicely whether I was holding it from above or around the waist.
Festool DF 500 Q-Set Domino Joiner
This joinery machine revolutionized woodworking for so many. There is no easier way to get mortise and tenon joints—but it comes at a cost.
Editor Test Results:
Quality of Cut | N/A |
Visible Score Marks | N/A |
Manufacturer Specifications:
Manufacturer | Forrest |
Manufacturer's Web Site | www.forrestblades.com |
Manufacturer's Phone Number | 866-398-9336 |
Blade Size | 12 in. |
Number of Teeth | 80 |
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