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Dads NICE Vintage Working Adjustable" Jointer/Planer LARGE 3/4 hp Fair - $55 (Anoka)
condition:
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Workace 4-inch Jointer/Planer is a vintage benchtop woodworking machine originally manufactured by J.D. Wallace & Co. in the 1930s (and later associated with Sears/Craftsman lines).
Key Features and Specifications
• Type: Compact benchtop jointer/planer (frequently sold without a motor, powered via a belt-driven setup).
• Cutterhead Size: 4 inches wide.
• Table Dimensions: Approximately 5 inches by 20 inches.
• Era: Circa 1930s vintage cast-iron construction.
• Market Value: Typically trades between $350 and $450 depending on completeness, condition, and whether an original motor or fence is included.
Common Restoration and Usage Notes
• Blades: Replacement 4-inch knives can be difficult to source directly and often require custom sharpening or finding vintage-compatible equivalents.
• Alignment: Older cast-iron tables may need light surface rust removal (using WD-40, Scotch-Brite, or fine sandpaper) and shimming of the outfeed table to achieve true co-planar alignment.