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    Importing Planer Thicknesser from China

    Thank you Colin for the feedback. SD31 is actually number one on my list. It ticks all the boxes for P/T in its price range. I've read Startrite only does industrial machines, so it should be sturdy, accurate and last very long. Will take a look at one next week. Do you find the 2.2kw motor...
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    Importing Planer Thicknesser from China

    Thank you, everyone! Agree, it does make sense to get one locally and those extra few hundred pounds could be a little price to pay to avoid potential headaches. I might go for a standard cutter block but source a PT locally. What do you think the pros and cons are of the following models...
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    Importing Planer Thicknesser from China

    Hello, Does anyone have any experience importing a P/T or a similar tool from China? Any advice such as things to look for when buying would be appreciated! I was looking for a 12"/310cm wide cast iron table P/T with a spiral cutter block, and the ones I found in the UK/EU market are well...
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