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   RalphBarker | Oct 05, 2010 11:54am | #1

   As I recall, the more expensive model uses a three-balde cutter head, vs. two in the less-expensive one. I'd suggest comparing the specs side-by-side to determine if the differences are worth the $$ to you.

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   pawunder | Oct 05, 2010 01:33pm | #2

   Both machines have an excellent reputation among the users on various forums that I belong to. . Both use three knives and have a normal speed of 10K rpm. The 735 model has a slower speed supposedly for finish work or for particularly figured woods. The other major difference is that the 735 has a fan driven chip collection system. This would be useful only if you do not have an adequate dust collector with its own power. Incidentally, Amazon has the 734 for $350 with free shipping. I bought the 734 at a Lowes special for $300.

   Paul

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   Troy | Oct 08, 2010 01:20am | #3

   You might look at the Rigid planer at HD, I have one and have been pleased with it.  My father has the Dewalt 735 and he has been pleased with it.  If you have to pick it up or move it much the dewalt is heavier so that should be something you should consider

   Troy

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   BruceS | Oct 08, 2010 09:04am | #4

   Thumbs up 735

   I have the DW735 and use it to death.    I sell both the 734 & 735  and the sales of the 735 are about 10 to 1 to the 734.  The internal chip blower is a real plus.  I do have a Jet 1100 CFM dust collector and have sometimes forgotten to turn it on while planing.   The 735 had no problems shooting the chips through 20 feet of hose and into the DC bag with out it running.

   The knives are super simple to change. TIP !   just snug the screws, NOT TIGHTEN.   I also added a little dab of never-seaze to each screw at the first blade change.    I also made a special order from DeWalt for the torx head knife  screws,  much easier to grab the screws that way.

   I graduated from an old Delta 12" with no regrets at all.

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   Don01 | Oct 19, 2010 07:56pm | #8

   DW735 with Byrd Head

   Bruce,

   What about going all the way and getting the Byrd head installed? Any customers going that route?

   Don

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   BruceS | Oct 19, 2010 08:07pm | #9

   Nobody has asked about a Byrd head yet.  But,  ouch the cost !      If I were to get a spiral  head,   it would be already installed in a 15" or larger planer.   And still keep the DW735 for the finish work.

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   medicinedog | Oct 16, 2010 12:14am | #5

   At $650 for the 735 with extra blades and infeed/outfeed attachments I would buy it in a heartbeat. Went to internet site and its $650  alone. Is the sale a local in store sale?

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   adirhu | Oct 17, 2010 03:57pm | #6

   Rockler sale

   It's 15% off the $650 plus the knives and outfeed table which means it's $550 for all of that.  I guess that's the way I'll go even though the differences mentioned to date don't seem that significant.  It's just that for such a small price difference ($550 vs. $400) it probably isn't worth any more thought.

   I think the sale might be local to my Rockler store in Pleasant Hill, CA, because they're advertising it as a "Grand Opening" sale, even though the store has been there for years.  I guess they're expanding their tool line

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   TonyCz | Oct 24, 2010 12:34am | #10

   Delta planer

   Look up the classified add I have one still for sale its a 15" delta 220 1 ph. one set of carbide cutters and two high speed steel. with heavy duty roller base and in feed out feed table rollers. $1,200.00 in So cal.

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   JoeRo | Oct 18, 2010 03:12pm | #7

   bench top planer

   I have had a 12 inch Delta for about 15 years.  I have used the time out of it but it still keeps perking.  I read all of the reviews on the new models and my mouth is watering for one but the old Delta just won't quit.  It has its quirks but I'm used to it so I guess I'll use it til it dies.  Tempting to put a rock through it so I can get  NEW ONE.