Jointing & Planing are two of the most important functions within a woodworking shop. Jointing & planning is largely about precision—a great work of craftsmanship can be ruined by only a couple millimeters. But to stay accurate to the millimeter, what sacrifices will you make with combination jointer planers? We break down the upsides and downsides of utilizing these space-saving machines and share our own thoughts.
Precision is arguably the most important aspect of woodworking—a great work of craftsmanship can be ruined by only a couple millimeters. Luckily for us, there are tools specifically made to accurately size, shape, and level workpieces and eliminate deformities. Two such tools are jointers and planers.
Sam Blasco is a renowned woodworking expert with SCM Group and MiniMax USA. See what he has to say about the importance of understanding application before choosing a cutter head system.