DeWalt DW735x 13'' 2-Speed Planer includes Knives & Table

This unit is fantastic and with the large footprint and weight I have never found the need to bolt it down. A great feature about it is the to speed gearbox which gives you mirror like surfaces. One word to the wise though, don't ever loan it to your friend, that is unless you want to buy another one because my friend who busted a gear on his DeWalt 734 planer fell in love with it and insisted on paying me every last cent I paid for it and the Wixey Digital Depth Gauge, The Rubbermaid Roughneck 32 Gallon container AND the DW7353 chip collector which I haven't been able to find anywhere because I think DeWalt stopped making them. Anyway I got my new one for $52.00 cheaper than I paid for the Original but as I said I havn't been able to find the chip collector and they used to include a chip dispersal attachment that they no longer include along with the previously above mentioned arms for the power cord although you can just as easily wrap the cord around the two handles on both top sides of the planer which is no big deal. One thing to know about it is that if you try hooking it up to your shop vac or shop vac & Dust Deputy combination the built in blower will over power the 2 1/2" hose assembly and blow the hose loose from the planer, Dust Deputy or shop vac, which ever has the loosest fit. I ended up just letting the chips fly out into the yard from the 4" hose and stay out of its way because those chips really come flying out of that hose. After I got the chip collector I didn't have that problem but now since I can't find a chip collector I opted for Rockler's Portable Dust Collector with the Oneida black molded Super Dust Deputy Unit and 17 gallon metal drum. I just hope it is powerful enough to power the Dust Deputy with my other machines. The planer I don't think I will have a problem with but my jointer, table saw, drill press and router table I'm keeping my fingers crossed. If it isn't powerful enough hopefully I can get the original motor beefed up to 1 or 1 1/2 HP by a local friends shop. But in ending if you want THE BEST Portable 13" Planer on the Market the DeWalt DW735X is definitely the one to get.

After assembling the unit and ensuring that everything was functioning correctly I tested the unit on a leftover piece from a cutting board project I had. I recomend running a test piece through because no matter how well you think you have adjusted the infeed and outfeed tables you will need to adjust them for snipe and the only way to do that is by using it. The unit cuts very smooth with extremely minimal impefections even after extended use. If you are looking for a unit that eliminates the need for sanding you will never find one, however this unit reduces the amount of sanding by a great deal and continues to perform. This unit is bar far the best portable planer I have ever used.

After using Grizzly and Delta Power Planers, this DeWalt is a breath of fresh air. Dust extraction is top notch, the finish on material is unparalleled, the gauge is accurate and easy to read, never bogs down or clogs.

Although I have had this planer for a year I could not be happier. Needed to plane down a rough cut piece of Teak for a BBQ cart I am building for a friend and wow the cuts were clean and ready to use once I got the thickness needed. I will now use it along with my box joint jig to make those 3/8" or 1/2" boxes. Thanks DeWalt and Rockler

Fantastic piece of equipment. Easy to use and does a great job. Could not be happier with this planner.

well worth the cost. The package included a mobile base and in/out wings plus extra set of knives. Best planer I have used. 2 speed is nice but generally I only use the fast setting as the quality is plenty good enough. The chip ejector has a blower on it so when I hook it up to my dust collector all of the chips are removed with ease. All in all, well worth the price

It was so easy to use right out of the box. It was all setup and ready to go. I've used it for about two weeks now and find very easy to use.

I have only rum about 20 bf of various woods through this planer but so far it is great. The wood is parallel and true. The planed wood was so smooth that it required minimal sanding.
The dust port is unbelievable as it blows the chips at a very forceful rate. The manual says do not use shop vac. It is not needed. My dust port is hooked up to the Rockler cyclone bucket without a shop vac. I put a section of straight shop vac pipe on the other cyclone opening to act as a chimney. If you don't the chips will come out.
I recommend this machine.

I can't say that I am an expert craftsman, but I can say having quality tools makes the difference in the end product. I am very happy with the DeWalt DW735x. I used it to clean up pallet wood to make a Morris chair. Very smooth planning and awesome chip removal system!
Steve

When you keep the knives sharp and don't overtax the amount you take off in the single pass, this planer does exceptional job. It requires a significant vacuum collection system as it really does spit out the dust. I have used it for over a year on hundreds of board feet, from rock maple to soft pine, and it does a spectacular job.

The quality of the cuts were excellent and the blower worked to limit dust when attached to dust collection

I think this tool is fantastic. It came ready to use out of the box, and makes incredibly smooth and accurate cuts. The adjustment wheel and depth gauge are very convenient once you get the rhythm.

I have only owned it for a month, but I have planned both cedar and walnut and it has done a very nice job. I planned about 300 bdft.

This planer is well made and produces an unbelievable finish; very little sanding required. I am not a fan of DeWalt power tools, but I would highly recommend this planer to any professional woodworker.

Workhorse in the shop. Never overheats, powered discarged never plugs.

Best planer I've used so far

I have used it for a fair amount of planing. Overall, it has worked well, but it still has snipe on the back end. You can reduce the snipe if you hold the board up on the outfeed. The dust collection works reasonably well except when plaining narrow pieces.

I have had the planer about 2 years. Does a good job planning, however the motor is now overheating frequently even with new blades when making very minor cuts (1/4 turn of the wheel). I have made sure the planer is adjusted correctly, lubricated as recommended, and still the same problem. I have a small custom furniture shop and have made the decision to purchase a heavier commercial 15" planer.

Works very well on hardwood (hard maple) and produces a good finish with very little snipe. I would recommend planner to any of my friends.