Power Tools Reviews
Bosch 3365 5amp Planer
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 great dust collection Dust collection is downright awesome w/ my WAP 840A vacuum. Well built power planer. The little planer that could! I put this guy to the test with a project that should have been beyond it's limits and it performed like a star! Unable to remove the finish from some 85 yr old oak flooring by sanding or scraping, this planer saved the day. In a pinch, I actualy planed about 500 sq feet of oak flooring (in place) with this unit - a task greater than what it was designed for I'm guessing. Probably 40 hours of actual use on that project and the planer just kept going. Now, I did go through about a dozen blades in that process, but this planer (and my knees) took the beating and saved a now beautiful old floor. This is a great planer for a good price and while, yes, it only has one blade, it's worked great for me in everything I've asked it to do as a homeowner. For the money, you can't beat it... I purchased this planer hoping it would last at least a few jobs, and was pleasantly surprised. Lightweight, powerful, comfortable to use, and a smooth depth setting takes the guesswork out of it, unlike the Makita's, which I've owned, hated, and returned. A newly converted Bosch enthusaist, I have nothing bad to say, well, except for the lack of a case. Picky, picky, I know Not perfect but great for the money I compared this planer to my previous BOSCH 3272 which was comparable, but not as accessory laden as this model. The tools are similar in cutting specifications; however, the new model has a 5.0 amp motor, the handle is more comfortable, and has decent chip ejection to the right or left ( includes a 2 1/2" vacuum adapter )with a shop vacuum, and includes the new micrograin replaceable blades. The standard edge guide does not bevel, nor does this setup allow for rabbets out of the box. The edge guide works much better with a thin coating of "Slip It" non staining lubricant applied to its face, and it basically stays where it should. It works atleast as well as the Porter Cable model which I am also familiar with. In terms of performance, this unit works well. It is consistent ( with consistent hand pressure ), does a nice job, is lightweight and for the same money as the previous model, it is a great deal with the extras mentioned above. Probably the best of the lot in terms of product for the dollar; however, if you intend to use this unit 7 days a week for years in a row, I would recommend the more expenisve model, as well as the rabbet adapter and bevel guide. Nonetheless, for most DIY and semi-constant use, you can't beat this planer for the money in my opinion. | |||||||||
