Biscuit jointer or Festool Domino?
Discussion
I want to make some (big) picture frames for the house and if they go well move onto some more ambitious stuff - maybe things like a TV unit and basic cupboards etc. For the picture frames I could probably make do with a biscuit jointer, but for the bigger stuff the Festool Domino Jointer would be really useful. Does anyone own the Festool and is it total overkill for picture frames? I like buying tools and I've got an itch for the Festool but can't shake off the feeling I'm getting carried away. Thoughts?
I'm going to make a picture frame which holds about 20 photos with each of them individually framed. Similar to the pattern you get when you lay a patio. It involves a million joints and needs to be made really accurately otherwise it'll look rubbish. The Festool just looks so precise and that is why it appeals. It'll last me a lifetime so I'm more interested getting the right thing than something that 'will do'.
What are you thinking of using the Festool for?
What are you thinking of using the Festool for?
Bugger. Was hoping you'd say I can't manage without the Festool, need to get one straight away and should get a matching lathe at the same time to save on postage.
Biscuit jointer it is then. I was looking at the Makita battery powered one because I already have the batteries. It is however a lot more expensive than the entry level brands. For occasional use would a cheapy do or will I regret not getting a quality Makita?
Biscuit jointer it is then. I was looking at the Makita battery powered one because I already have the batteries. It is however a lot more expensive than the entry level brands. For occasional use would a cheapy do or will I regret not getting a quality Makita?
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