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Old 01-19-2007, 11:03 PM   #1
 
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Hey guys & gals,

I was wondering if anyone owned the Woodstock Jointer Pal and if so how good does it work? Would you buy it again?

I just got my knives sharpened and need to reinstall them ... but from what I've read they're a pain.

Amazon.com: Woodstock International G1753 Jointer Pal®, Steel Body - Up to 8": Tools & Hardware
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Old 01-19-2007, 11:26 PM   #2
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I just used the "Mini-Planer Pal" to replace the blades on my planer. I liked it, and if the Jointer Pal works half as well, It is a great deal!
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I don't have that brand, but I have one, and yes, it makes it a WHOLE LOT EASIER. I would buy it again. I loaned it to DavidF, and I believe he is a believer in it now as well.
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Hey Jeremy - I'm about due for a blade change also. Woodcraft has their 15% off bag sale coming up. Would you be interested in splitting the cost and sharing? (It's not something you use everyday). We're close enough that picking it up wouldn't be a problem.

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Hey Jeremy - I'm about due for a blade change also. Woodcraft has their 15% off bag sale coming up. Would you be interested in splitting the cost and sharing? (It's not something you use everyday). We're close enough that picking it up wouldn't be a problem.

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Hey Pete,

That probably sounds like a fair deal ... I'll be in touch. I saw the WC sales is Feb 2/3, I think. I can wait until then.

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I've got one of those too, and I would buy again. It is a pretty nice tool to make things go a bit easier.
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I'll second the positive comments already posted. I had a Griz 6" jointer and it was a pain to change knifes before I got the jointer pal. I plan to use it on my new 8" Griz.
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Old 01-20-2007, 03:03 PM   #8
 
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Ok ... couldn't wait. Klingspors Woodworking Shop is having a 20% sale all month, so I went down there (south Charlotte) and picked it up!

Anyone who wants to borrow it ... you are more than welcome to. Just drop me a PM.
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It makes changing knives so easy, you will enjoy that tool.

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Originally Posted by Travis Porter View Post
I don't have that brand, but I have one, and yes, it makes it a WHOLE LOT EASIER. I would buy it again. I loaned it to DavidF, and I believe he is a believer in it now as well.
Yes I am and will no doubt buy one of my own next time - Thanks Travis!
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