Factor into your "deal" that you can't get a warranty on it because you don't have the purchase receipt. Also, really inspect the planer. "Still in the box doesn't mean "new in the box". If you have any suspicions, follow Hank's advice. You don't go into any detail, so you may need to purchase the infeed and outfeed wings. They are essential to minimize snype. Then calculate when you buy the package deal you get an extra set of blades.