It's been a long time since I've posted on SMC (or even read posts for that matter). Anyway, I'm trying to fight my way back into woodworking (long story) and I've got some questions about jointers. I know that a lot of woodworkers who buy a 6" jointer will upgrade to an 8" soon afterwords realizing that 6" just doesn't have enough capacity. After 20 some years of woodworking I'm finally in the market for a jointer. I haven't used one since high school--got a collection of #4s, #5s, and #7s that used to be enjoyable to use. Not so much anymore.
Anyway, I've got a small shop and small wallet. Anyone out there using a 6" jointer that they're happy with? How often do you wish you had the 8" jointer? I'm considering either a Grizzy or Shopfox. I mostly build smaller tables-end tables, coffee tables, nightstands. But I also will occasionally build a desk or dining table. Woodworking is just a hobby for me. Twenty percent of my stuff gets sold. The rest is either for me or gifts.
So, I'm looking for opinions and advice on what I should buy. Thanks.
Brian