This is a really good spindle sander. While I haven't used it much to this point, it's clear that this machine is more than up to the task.

But this doesn't mean there weren't problems. The first is that, in my opinion, the styrofoam packaging doesn't adequately cushion the machine during shipment. On my unit one of the feet is bent upwards a little. Nothing I can't handle, but it shouldn't be. The second is that the dust collector adapter simply doesn't fit. At all. The good news is that the hole in it is too small meaning that you can use this very tool to sand away some of the excess material to enlarge the hole and make it fit. Presto. A working dust collection fitting. Dust collection is something I find important.

The last is that the spare sanding drums sold by Woodcraft for this machine are too short. The sanding drums sold with it are 6" long. Woodcrafts sold for this machine are 4 1/2" long. You'll have to look for the ones sold to fit the Jet sander. Klingspor sells good ones.

Works great! Adapts to all projects, reliable and helps get the job done faster.

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This is a great little unit, unlike many of the reviews I have read, the one I received has been flawless. It has the weight so it is very stable and plenty of power to chew though wood. I agree with the review that said dust collection is a 2, but would be easy to modify if so inclined. I did purchase a 3 inch after market sanding spindle and have yet to fabricate a table insert for it but since the spindle takes up most of the hole it is not really necessary unless you are sanding very narrow stock. It is a compact unit with BIG features. It does sound from the reviews that it maybe a little hit and miss with the quality. Hope this helps.

While I found the speed of this machine a bit slow for my needs, its portability and price point more than make up for it. I have a large historical renovation going on with incredible scrollwork and detail. This machine is irreplacable for my needs in that regard.