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|  | Brand: Makita
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $354.40
Buy New: $198.80
as of 9/7/2010 13:27 CDT details
New (7) Used (1) from $170.00
Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  29 reviews
Sales Rank: 25,370
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 11
Dimensions (in): 19 x 9.2 x 6.7
MPN: 3901
Model: 3901
UPC: 088381017121
EAN: 0088381017121
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 26-29 of 29
 Better than others April 1, 2001
40 out of 40 found this review helpful
I bought this plate joiner sight unseen and don't regret it. Makita is superior in comparison to other brands. The tolerances are much tighter with no slop. Cuts are very smooth. I also have a Porter Cable, and it doesn't come close to the quality this model. The slider bars move with great precision. All wood chips exit through the dust port. Unless you have the money to spend for an expensive "Lamello", this is the model to get.
 sloppy tolerances March 1, 2001
R. Farrell
32 out of 42 found this review helpful
I am surprised by all the positive reviews of this product. The adjustment stop on mine is slightly out of alignment causing the stop bolt to bind with the adjustment mechanism. Instead of returning for a new unit, I disassembled the stop adjustment knob and filed it down a bit so that the bolt would not rub against the knob. My major complaint is with the rack and pinion adjusting fence which is not parallel. The pinion gear is only on one side of the fence and there is over 1/8 inch play from side to side. I will need to check the fence after every adjustment. Fortunately as a hobbiest, I don't have to deal with setting the tool up all day long. I am considering returning it for the Dewalt.
 Excellent tool value December 12, 2000
Steve Rozmiarek (Hemingford, NE USA)
36 out of 36 found this review helpful
The rack and pinion depth adjustment feature on this joiner is among the best that I've tried. All the adjustments are quick and repeatable with good accuracy. My only complaint is with the case. It could use a bit more room. I have to loosen the fence angle lock to get the case lid to shut. Trivial but a nuscience never the less. The joiner itself does a great job and the dust collection bag actually works! I'm sure that spending more money will get you a more refined tool but for the budget minded, this very well could be a valuable asset to your woodshop.
Typical Makita Quality July 30, 2000
37 out of 43 found this review helpful
This is a very nice plate joiner, and the rack & pinion adjustment is very accurate. Another nice feature is the plunge mechanism, which is very smooth. A good buy and a good performer.
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