Freud JS104K 6.5 amp, A Great Basic Plate Joiner
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A Great Basic Plate Joiner
The only reason this didn’t get 5 stars is because of the way it adjusts and the fact that the blade isn’t quite centered from top to bottom. Use scrap, test out what you’re joing, and then there’s no problem. The knob for the height adjustment is a rack and pinion system and it hasn’t gotten clogged with dust or anything yet. The adjustment could be a more micro adjustment for finer work. I’ve used it for 3/4″ cabinet grade plywood, making T joints, 90 degree joints, and attaching mitered corners together. It’s a great basic plate joiner for the price. When I have a need in the future I may spend more money on a more advanced tool but this one is great for now.
Update (5/19/2012): This item is currently on sale here for the lowest price I’ve seen.
The featured review for this product, Freud JS104K 6.5 amp Biscuit Joiner with Case Tools & Hardware, was written by RJ.
The average rating for this item is out of 5 stars, according to 3 reviews.
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Tags: biscuit joiner, biscut joiner, plate joiner, plate joiners, woodworking
Posted on: March 3, 2010
Filed under: Reviews
Reviews (2)
RJ
January 21st, 2010 at 6:42 am
A Great Basic Plate Joiner
Rated 4 stars.
Gary W. Borland
January 28th, 2010 at 4:45 pm
Good Value
The biscuit joiner is a good value when you compare it to models from the other manufacturers. If you are looking for a well made tool with attention to detail then this unit is not for you. The castings for the face plate are rough and unfinished with the fit and finish leaving a lot to be desired. I was able to diassemble my fence and file off some of the rough edges so that it would be more pleasant to use. There are no useable issues with the joiner and it does what you want it to do; but pretty it ain’t.
I like the carrying case and the supplies that come with it (biscuits etc.) but I was expecting a little better on the finishing side. The alignment marks on the fence are nice although should be longer. The measuring gauge down the side of the fence is not exact (doesn’t line up properly) but the hope is that if you don’t touch it between uses for the same cut then the should align regardless.
A good, functional tool for the price.
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