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06-26-2021, 09:09 AM
Hi
I’m new here. 
Just wondering if anyone has any experience with the Rikon 25-135H portable planer?
Pros?
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06-28-2021, 07:59 AM
(06-26-2021, 09:09 AM)Brandywine Wrote: Hi
I’m new here. 
Just wondering if anyone has any experience with the Rikon 25-135H portable planer?
Pros?
Cons?
Thanks

I wouldn't be surprised if the Rikon is a kissin' cousin to this:

https://www.wahudatools.com/Wahuda-Planers-s/199.htm

I have no experience with either. Rikon may be a better bet for parts and service.
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06-28-2021, 05:44 PM
(06-26-2021, 09:09 AM)Brandywine Wrote: Hi
I’m new here. 
Just wondering if anyone has any experience with the Rikon 25-135H portable planer?
Pros?
Cons?
Thanks

I don't own a Rikon 25-135H but I would be concerned that the 26 cutters on the helical head are steel, not carbide.  They are only 2 sided - not 4 sided and cost $6.50 each to replace. ($6.50 x 26 = $169)

Rikon offers carbide replacement cutters for $10 each but they are only 2 sided as well.


Mike
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