Nice video. Thanks for the review. Just wanted to point out that once the board passes the cutterhead and starts touching the outfeed table, you should ONLY push the part on the infeed. Never push on the outfeed side since the slightest downward pressure may flex the board causing the infeed side to go upward, and you get inaccurate results. The outfeed table acts as a reference surface and pushing board against it defeats the purpose.
It makes sense to buy this because it can joint and plane. Of course we could just use a jack plane like Paul Sellers does but that takes more time and a lot of skill.
I had just sent my order in for the Rikon before I saw your review. You sold me on the cast iron table. Luckily I was able to cancel my order before it shipped. I received my wahuda and I set it up today. I had to make a couple of minor tweaks to get the tables in coplanar, but it's great little machine. Thanks for doing the review.
Hello Carla, Hope you like the Wahuda. I'm looking at several different ones in that price range myself. But I'm confused. I thought you were to "joint" the width 1st then one side. You did it in reverse. I'm also envious of your shop you lucky duck! Nice woodshop. Thanks for the video!
Wonderful machine. Plane the face of the workpiece first, then the chosen edge. The use the thickness planer and then the table saw to size. Never, ever, operate this machine without push blocks. Do not ever use a ouch stick. Once pasted the blades pressure should be on the outfeed table. Stumpy Nubs has a wonderful video on the operation of this machine. Thank you for sharing. Everyone stay safe, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia
Hi Norm, thank you for all the tips. Safety is my biggest concern with this machine. It’s a bit scary. I am sure I can figure it out hopefully without incidents:)
I have that same jointer. Works great after getting it set up. If yours was coplanar right out of the box, you should go buy a lottery ticket. I've never heard of anyone else saying theirs didn't need adjustments. You are very lucky.
Cutech makes an after-market iron fence that fits this jointer. You can also make MDF inserts for the rails (infeed and outfeed)to joint longer bowed boards. The current rails by themselves won’t work with longer bowed boards. There is a RUclips build video on how to make the inserts.
I'm going through similar frustration with my thickness planer and jigs (with glue and shims, etc). I've yet to get a flat piece. Close - 0.015 inches across 5 ft but I've read that I should be able to achieve better flatness. And I use about twice as many shims and glue as any one I've seen in a RUclips video. Thanks for detailing your efforts.
Nice jointer, you really needed one. The outfeed table should be at the same level as the top of the cutters. You always joint the face first, so that when you hold the wood against the fence, the edge will be jointed square to the face. Apply some pressure against the fence to ensure the wood is square to the table. I always use a paddle (or microjig grrripper) even when jointing the edge, just in case my fingers might slip off the wood (into the cutters). Enjoy!
Surprised you didn't go for the 10" jointer, Skylar. I have had that since it came out and it is terrific too. Being able to joint and plane to the same dimensions is very freeing in lumber prep. My next big tool purchase will be the Wahuda 2-speed planer. Same 4-sided carbide inserts, same smooth finish. Also the slightly lower number of inserts makes these heads draw less power than when they are almost continuous (like Shelix).
Just found your channel today. You just happened to pop up in my recommended. I wont lie, one of the reasons I clicked on it was beacause you are so attractive. Very nice shop you have. I liked and subscribed.
Greeting Skyler, I Just open my 12" Cutech Jointer they had a discounted special on it over the New Years weekend I believe the fence that came with your is the same as the one that came with mine, they also have a 24" cast iron fence that I purchased it held on by two screws I haven't used it, it got late this evening when I unboxed it, I'm looking forward to more of your videos; I did a video of my unboxing it because I didn't see a video on an unboxing of the 12" Jointer will have my daughter that out of town edit it and send you a link to see it when I post my first RUclips video
I like the adjustment screws in the top of the tables. It looks very similar to the unit that's offered by Carbatec here in Australia which is the one we are considering purchasing for my woodwork club. Look forward to more videos where you use it for projects to make sure it performs to your expectations.
I hope this machine can serve you well cus I am also in the market for benchtop jointer due to space limitations...and I would rather not have to spend hours hand planing all my stock. This one will definitely be on my list to consider
Good purchase. Once you have the board to length the jointer is the next step in the milling process. Nice video. 2 suggestions. The machine is located a bit too high for someone your height. If you can’t lower the bench height you might want to construct a riser that you can stand on so that you are able to press slightly downward without having to chicken wing your elbows. It’s also really important to maintain pressure downward on the in feed table for the entire travel of the board. If you do not keep the pressure on the infant table the board will not come out planar.
@@treecycle4631 over my 30+ year teaching woodshop I have found that not keeping downward force on the indeed table can lead to ripples in the surface due to vibration especially jointing face surfaces. If by chance the two beds are not coplaner then a whole new issue arises switching pressure from one table to the other.
Hi Skyler. I just stumbled upon your channel. You are really a busy person. I have seen and commented on your work on FB and seen your photography work. You are so talented! Enjoy your work.
I have the same off-brand. The fence really sucks. It loses settings and the set screws to square it are cheap and easy strip. The fitting to manipulate the fence is very cheap plastic. One you spend the time to calibrate the machine(not easy) it works well. I have the 10 inch carbide.
That is the perfect size for a garage. You don't use it as much as a table saw, or other larger tools. We all do like to buy tools and gadgets. LOL Thank you from Florida! 🌴 Aceasta este dimensiunea perfectă pentru un garaj. Nu îl folosești la fel de mult ca un ferăstrău de masă sau alte unelte mai mari. Tuturor ne place să cumpărăm instrumente și gadgeturi. LOL Mulțumesc din Florida! 🌴
8 inch and spiral Cutterhead very nice... does the fence tilt 45 degrees? hope you have good luck with it... my delta 6" is still running strong after 25 years.
Interesting, never heard of that brand (not that I'm up all the brands...). Many years ago I picked up a 6" Jet free standing jointer (for doing plywood edges). Straight knives are a pain. I have a true helical blade setup on my thickness planer and it works so well I've considered upgrading my jointer to them. Blades get way too may nicks in them, way too easily. There is a learning curve to using a jointer, doing it again I think I'd look harder at the bench top versions. But I'll just say, it's a bit of an art knowing how to feed the work piece across the feed table and where to apply pressure and when - not too unlike hand planes. And grain tear out will drive you crazy if you feed the wood in a direction it does not like. Over time, I tend to use the tablesaw to "joint" longer pieces vs the jointer - I suspect over time you'll develop your own preferences. Enjoy!
Congrats on the jointer Skyler! That's a game changer for your shop and you will get great results the more you use it. Best tips are to move the boards over the cutter with the grain, not against it and more downward pressure on the outfeed table. I never heard of Wahuda before and it looks really cool :)
I don't have a jointer. Great demonstration of this product. It will be on my list. I have a question? Would it be better to do the edges first, then the faces with the edge against the fence?
@@woodworkingwithSkyler I also use chalk when sanding so I can keep track of what grit I have used, and which pieces have been done. Especially when I am sanding a bunch of cutting boards in a stack and sanding both sides. This way I don't forget where I left off.
I started less then a year ago. It all started with my daughters desk. A solid bright red desk that I dad for 20 years. She loved it but didnt love the color. So I sand it down to bare wood and refinish it. She now loves it. Then I found a woodworking class near by (the teacher was a woman) so I took a class, a 4 hours class on learning about power tools and we built a coffee table from 2x4 construction grade lumber. I was hooked. That was in end of November last year. All I could think about was learning woodworking. I guess I talked my husbands ears out because for Christmas he bought me a table saw and a miter saw. soon after I bought a router table, planer and then for my birthday my husband surprized me with a band saw and dust collection . Been practicing things and building things every day for hours. So far I made a few book shelfs, a desk, a few side tables, many boxes. cutting boards etc....
When doing small boards be very careful. When you were doing the edges of those boards it gave me the creeps. You would be surprised how fast a finger can be pulled in. I have first hand or "finger" experience.
Watch some utube videos by experienced wood workers on how to use a jointer. They will have lots of safety tips. Don't let it scare you, just like a table saw just becareful.
My 6" Rikon benchtop drives me bananas. Face planing produces tapered boards. All the adjustment I can think of, and tuning my technique have no effect. Does anyone else see that?
very informative demonstration :) thank you! your shop uniform seems very comfortable and practical. I suggest some shorts to complement your short sleeve v-neck t-shirt. This will make a nice look and keep you cool during these hot summer months. short, tight fitting shorts would be best 👌🏽
It appears 13 year old boys are getting into woodworking. When they get older, maybe they'll learn about showing respect and there being times and places, and people/relationships, where such comments may be appropriate.
I must agree. She is a very attractive woman and I would also like to see a bit more of those high beams. She should capitalize on her strong points . $$$$
Interesting, never heard of that brand (not that I'm up all the brands...). Many years ago I picked up a 6" Jet free standing jointer (for doing plywood edges). Straight knives are a pain. I have a true helical blade setup on my thickness planer and it works so well I've considered upgrading my jointer to them. Blades get way too may nicks in them, way too easily. There is a learning curve to using a jointer, doing it again I think I'd look harder at the bench top versions. But I'll just say, it's a bit of an art knowing how to feed the work piece across the feed table and where to apply pressure and when - not too unlike hand planes. And grain tear out will drive you crazy if you feed the wood in a direction it does not like. Over time, I tend to use the tablesaw to "joint" longer pieces vs the jointer - I suspect over time you'll develop your own preferences. Enjoy!
I have the same one. I use it all the time, works great for what I do.
That’s awesome
Nice video. Thanks for the review.
Just wanted to point out that once the board passes the cutterhead and starts touching the outfeed table, you should ONLY push the part on the infeed. Never push on the outfeed side since the slightest downward pressure may flex the board causing the infeed side to go upward, and you get inaccurate results. The outfeed table acts as a reference surface and pushing board against it defeats the purpose.
It makes sense to buy this because it can joint and plane. Of course we could just use a jack plane like Paul Sellers does but that takes more time and a lot of skill.
I had just sent my order in for the Rikon before I saw your review. You sold me on the cast iron table. Luckily I was able to cancel my order before it shipped. I received my wahuda and I set it up today. I had to make a couple of minor tweaks to get the tables in coplanar, but it's great little machine. Thanks for doing the review.
Hello Carla,
Hope you like the Wahuda. I'm looking at several different ones in that price range myself.
But I'm confused. I thought you were to "joint" the width 1st then one side. You did it in reverse. I'm also envious of your shop you lucky duck! Nice woodshop.
Thanks for the video!
Wonderful machine. Plane the face of the workpiece first, then the chosen edge. The use the thickness planer and then the table saw to size. Never, ever, operate this machine without push blocks. Do not ever use a ouch stick. Once pasted the blades pressure should be on the outfeed table. Stumpy Nubs has a wonderful video on the operation of this machine. Thank you for sharing. Everyone stay safe, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia
Hi Norm, thank you for all the tips. Safety is my biggest concern with this machine. It’s a bit scary. I am sure I can figure it out hopefully without incidents:)
I could work with wood all day and night, you`ve got a really nice set up there.
Thanks 👍
I have that same jointer. Works great after getting it set up. If yours was coplanar right out of the box, you should go buy a lottery ticket. I've never heard of anyone else saying theirs didn't need adjustments. You are very lucky.
I thought that that was unusual. But it really was
Thanks for the review and your thoughts. The next tool in the shop will be a jointer and I wanted an 8" one so this may fit the bill. Thanks! !! !!!
Glad it was helpful! They also have a 10 in. For me the 8 in was just perfect
Cutech makes an after-market iron fence that fits this jointer. You can also make MDF inserts for the rails (infeed and outfeed)to joint longer bowed boards. The current rails by themselves won’t work with longer bowed boards. There is a RUclips build video on how to make the inserts.
I'm going through similar frustration with my thickness planer and jigs (with glue and shims, etc). I've yet to get a flat piece. Close - 0.015 inches across 5 ft but I've read that I should be able to achieve better flatness. And I use about twice as many shims and glue as any one I've seen in a RUclips video. Thanks for detailing your efforts.
Same here lol. Doesn't work for me.
Again you inspired me. Now I know wich jointer to get.
Nice jointer, you really needed one. The outfeed table should be at the same level as the top of the cutters. You always joint the face first, so that when you hold the wood against the fence, the edge will be jointed square to the face. Apply some pressure against the fence to ensure the wood is square to the table. I always use a paddle (or microjig grrripper) even when jointing the edge, just in case my fingers might slip off the wood (into the cutters). Enjoy!
Thanks for the tips! Will do
Surprised you didn't go for the 10" jointer, Skylar. I have had that since it came out and it is terrific too. Being able to joint and plane to the same dimensions is very freeing in lumber prep. My next big tool purchase will be the Wahuda 2-speed planer. Same 4-sided carbide inserts, same smooth finish. Also the slightly lower number of inserts makes these heads draw less power than when they are almost continuous (like Shelix).
I really thought about the 10 in but then wasn’t sure how much size and weight that will add. The planer seems great
That’s the jointer I was think to buy, machines made in Taiwan are indeed the best.Thanks for the review Skyler!
Thanks for watching!
Just found your channel today. You just happened to pop up in my recommended. I wont lie, one of the reasons I clicked on it was beacause you are so attractive. Very nice shop you have. I liked and subscribed.
Thank you. And welcome aboard
Fair play Skyler you've been smashing out the videos recently! Great stuff!
Trying my best:)
Have this unit, I don't think I'll be needing anything bigger as I work on small designs. Targeting the Wahuda 2 speed planer next.
The planer looks great too
Good review carla made my mind up Tony from England
Greeting Skyler, I Just open my 12" Cutech Jointer they had a discounted special on it over the New Years weekend I believe the fence that came with your is the same as the one that came with mine, they also have a 24" cast iron fence that I purchased it held on by two screws I haven't used it, it got late this evening when I unboxed it, I'm looking forward to more of your videos; I did a video of my unboxing it because I didn't see a video on an unboxing of the 12" Jointer will have my daughter that out of town edit it and send you a link to see it when I post my first RUclips video
Wahuu. Thanks. I trust that it will serve you well.
Hope so!
I like the adjustment screws in the top of the tables. It looks very similar to the unit that's offered by Carbatec here in Australia which is the one we are considering purchasing for my woodwork club. Look forward to more videos where you use it for projects to make sure it performs to your expectations.
Wish i had your money.... nice shop and equipment
Very informative video. Wahuda is not a familiar brand, but it certainly deserves consideration after viewing your review.
Thank you.
I hope this machine can serve you well cus I am also in the market for benchtop jointer due to space limitations...and I would rather not have to spend hours hand planing all my stock. This one will definitely be on my list to consider
Thank you. I love it so far no issues with it
Good purchase. Once you have the board to length the jointer is the next step in the milling process. Nice video. 2 suggestions. The machine is located a bit too high for someone your height. If you can’t lower the bench height you might want to construct a riser that you can stand on so that you are able to press slightly downward without having to chicken wing your elbows. It’s also really important to maintain pressure downward on the in feed table for the entire travel of the board. If you do not keep the pressure on the infant table the board will not come out planar.
Great advice. I might build a stand for it that is lower. It did feel a bit high and awkward
Don't you mean the outfeed table?
@@treecycle4631 over my 30+ year teaching woodshop I have found that not keeping downward force on the indeed table can lead to ripples in the surface due to vibration especially jointing face surfaces. If by chance the two beds are not coplaner then a whole new issue arises switching pressure from one table to the other.
Good for you Skyler..you deserve it
Thank you!
Hi Skyler. I just stumbled upon your channel. You are really a busy person. I have seen and commented on your work on FB and seen your photography work. You are so talented! Enjoy your work.
Thank you so much!
I think your videos are super duper 👍👍
I bought that same jointer a couple years ago and love it. I only wish I bought the 10" instead.
I kind of started thinking the same thing
Have had this jointer for 3 years now and love it great starter jointer
I have the same off-brand. The fence really sucks. It loses settings and the set screws to square it are cheap and easy strip. The fitting to manipulate the fence is very cheap plastic. One you spend the time to calibrate the machine(not easy) it works well. I have the 10 inch carbide.
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:) Christmas in August!
Skyler , in my opinion you have the most entertaining woodworking channel on the interwebs !
Hi groverearp2600!
That is the perfect size for a garage. You don't use it as much as a table saw, or other larger tools. We all do like to buy tools and gadgets. LOL Thank you from Florida! 🌴 Aceasta este dimensiunea perfectă pentru un garaj. Nu îl folosești la fel de mult ca un ferăstrău de masă sau alte unelte mai mari. Tuturor ne place să cumpărăm instrumente și gadgeturi. LOL Mulțumesc din Florida! 🌴
:) Romanian?
Didn't you say you were from Romania? I thought it would be nice for fun and respect. Yes/No?@@woodworkingwithSkyler
@@richardmacyczko1580 yes
Skvělý stroj. Skyler přeji vám, aby jste byla se strojem velmi spokojena ok👍❤
8 inch and spiral Cutterhead very nice... does the fence tilt 45 degrees? hope you have good luck with it... my delta 6" is still running strong after 25 years.
Yes, fence tilts to 45 degrees. Thank you
My Robinson 12" is still running after 80+ years and that's on Babbit bearings
Been watching Skyler for a while. Decided I ought to Subscribe. Really enjoy the content.
Thank you for the subscribe
Interesting, never heard of that brand (not that I'm up all the brands...). Many years ago I picked up a 6" Jet free standing jointer (for doing plywood edges). Straight knives are a pain. I have a true helical blade setup on my thickness planer and it works so well I've considered upgrading my jointer to them. Blades get way too may nicks in them, way too easily. There is a learning curve to using a jointer, doing it again I think I'd look harder at the bench top versions. But I'll just say, it's a bit of an art knowing how to feed the work piece across the feed table and where to apply pressure and when - not too unlike hand planes. And grain tear out will drive you crazy if you feed the wood in a direction it does not like. Over time, I tend to use the tablesaw to "joint" longer pieces vs the jointer - I suspect over time you'll develop your own preferences. Enjoy!
Time will tell!
Very nice and it has plenty of adjustment which you need but you always need to check every time you use it
Very true! Thank you
Congrats on the jointer Skyler! That's a game changer for your shop and you will get great results the more you use it. Best tips are to move the boards over the cutter with the grain, not against it and more downward pressure on the outfeed table. I never heard of Wahuda before and it looks really cool :)
Thank you for the tips. Will practice that
@@woodworkingwithSkyler And thank you. I am enjoying your channel because you are using products I normally don't use.
I don't have a jointer. Great demonstration of this product. It will be on my list. I have a question? Would it be better to do the edges first, then the faces with the edge against the fence?
From all the videos I watched it seems that you plane the face first then the edges. I am new to jointers so don’t really know
That's correct :)@@woodworkingwithSkyler
Good show.
Thanks for the info.
What kind of hearing protection muffs are those you have ? Are they comfy ?
ISOtunes! Very comfortable
Enjoy your new jointer. I don't have one either. I use chalk when marking my boards, especially with dark woods.
Thank you. Chalk! What a great idea. Going to order some right now
@@woodworkingwithSkyler I also use chalk when sanding so I can keep track of what grit I have used, and which pieces have been done. Especially when I am sanding a bunch of cutting boards in a stack and sanding both sides. This way I don't forget where I left off.
@@kenerickson4923 thanks Ken. I just ordered some
I love your videos, they are great for a beginner like my self , and I always wondering how did you started in woodworking?
I started less then a year ago. It all started with my daughters desk. A solid bright red desk that I dad for 20 years. She loved it but didnt love the color. So I sand it down to bare wood and refinish it. She now loves it. Then I found a woodworking class near by (the teacher was a woman) so I took a class, a 4 hours class on learning about power tools and we built a coffee table from 2x4 construction grade lumber. I was hooked. That was in end of November last year. All I could think about was learning woodworking. I guess I talked my husbands ears out because for Christmas he bought me a table saw and a miter saw. soon after I bought a router table, planer and then for my birthday my husband surprized me with a band saw and dust collection . Been practicing things and building things every day for hours. So far I made a few book shelfs, a desk, a few side tables, many boxes. cutting boards etc....
Thank you for replying back, what a great story, thank you again.@@woodworkingwithSkyler
Nice lav mic
😊thank you.
You’re welcome 😊
Loved it
Cutech makes one with a better fence.
It's the breast, I mean best jointer ever!
I have a really old one about that size and it's all cast iron, I swear between the all cast iron body and the big old motor it must weigh 150 pounds.
This one is about 65lb. I considered getting the 10 in one but was afraid it would be too heavy
👍👍👍
I like those extensions a lot. Get ready to start a shaving pile. Planners are even worse.
:) luckily my dust collection does really well and gets 99.9%
natural?
When doing small boards be very careful. When you were doing the edges of those boards it gave me the creeps. You would be surprised how fast a finger can be pulled in. I have first hand or "finger" experience.
Thank you.I never know what safe, new to jointer. What should i use to joint small boards?
Watch some utube videos by experienced wood workers on how to use a jointer. They will have lots of safety tips. Don't let it scare you, just like a table saw just becareful.
My 6" Rikon benchtop drives me bananas. Face planing produces tapered boards. All the adjustment I can think of, and tuning my technique have no effect. Does anyone else see that?
That’s a nice perky jointer 😜
Nice rack! Looks great when you step back from the camera!
that is a dangerous machine and requires knowledge of how to operate it. with certain security procedures.👍
very informative demonstration :) thank you!
your shop uniform seems very comfortable and practical. I suggest some shorts to complement your short sleeve v-neck t-shirt. This will make a nice look and keep you cool during these hot summer months. short, tight fitting shorts would be best 👌🏽
It appears 13 year old boys are getting into woodworking. When they get older, maybe they'll learn about showing respect and there being times and places, and people/relationships, where such comments may be appropriate.
I know what I like and it's not the jointer 👀
Maybe grow up a little and show some respect.
you're not listening to your viewers...high beams equals $$$$$$$
Savanna , why did YOU stop making videos ?
I went to your channel and it looks like nothing for 2 years .
I must agree. She is a very attractive woman and I would also like to see a bit more of those high beams. She should capitalize on her strong points . $$$$
Interesting, never heard of that brand (not that I'm up all the brands...). Many years ago I picked up a 6" Jet free standing jointer (for doing plywood edges). Straight knives are a pain. I have a true helical blade setup on my thickness planer and it works so well I've considered upgrading my jointer to them. Blades get way too may nicks in them, way too easily. There is a learning curve to using a jointer, doing it again I think I'd look harder at the bench top versions. But I'll just say, it's a bit of an art knowing how to feed the work piece across the feed table and where to apply pressure and when - not too unlike hand planes. And grain tear out will drive you crazy if you feed the wood in a direction it does not like. Over time, I tend to use the tablesaw to "joint" longer pieces vs the jointer - I suspect over time you'll develop your own preferences. Enjoy!