Awesome! Thanks for the post! I tried putting in planer vs. jointer on the woodwhisperer but ran into just a bunch of ads that really started confusing more more than anything when I was reading the replies. I think that that video definitely helped and yes, it was pretty much what I’d thought. In general, planers are for the face and jointers are for the edges but sometimes you may or can use them both cross ways. I never even though about having flat edges but your board could be a wedge so that was a great helpful hint hand planer kits simply table saw the opposite edge of the edge you just jointed. Once the video began showing “alternative” methods, I got confused very quickly.

Great post, thanks so much for giving me this shortcut b/c I was getting frustrated looking for what I was looking for! Dwade +2. As far as woodworking is concerned, they are useful in a few, limited applications. If I have board that is too wide for my jointer, I will use the power planer to knock down the high spots so it will be stable enough to run through my thickness planer. But I only do this if I have plenty of margin for error. I wouldn't do this on a 4/4 board, before I know it I would be down to nothing! I also use it to clean up reclaimed stock. It is really difficult to use those for final dimensioning, it is more of a rough tool.

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If I were in your shoes, I would buy a planer first. This will allow you to work with rough cut boards which are a lot cheaper to buy than finished boards. As far as a jointer, I would go out to an antique store or auction or ebay and buy a #7 jointer plane. Rehab it and put a good iron in it and you will be good to go. Since I bought my LN #7 and LN #71/2 my jointer gets very little action. My first jointer plane was a Stanley #7 that I found and rehabed and it works great. I just bought the LN planes because I am on the slllliiiiiipppppeeeerrrrryyyy slope of hand planes. If you have not given hand planes a shot, try it, you’ll love it. If you need any help with rehabing an old plane or getting started, let me know, I’ll help you all I can. We'd like to tell you about the handiness and comfort of this electric hand planer.

Despite the corded design, Bosch engineers took all pros and cons into account and equipped their planer with a ball joint. Owing to this solution, the power cord will last longer and the tool will be much easier to maneuver. As for conveniences, we can also mention the bag that will help you collect shavings and can be attached from either side. You will also appreciate the Bosch plastic case for carrying the planer. A longtime work means you need to press a trigger switch permanently, and your finger may get tired. Therefore, Bosch PL2632K has been fitted with a lock-on button that allows you to work continuously without keeping the trigger pushed. Besides, the planer features a lock-off release button that prevents accidental starts. Based on the foregoing, we can conclude that this planer has all essentials for your comfortable work. Once you buy this tool, you won't regret your choice.