And that's exactly how I plan on using it Zach. Still going to have the jointer and planer, but figure I'll still need the planes to true everything up. Plus they're just cool. And it's not like I can exchange them for cash now, unless I'm willing to take a hit on ebay, which I don't see a need to. Even if I had the planer, I wouldn't be able to use it right now. Too many other projects going on. Even Christopher Schwarz uses a jointer and planer, then finishes them up with the hand tools. Don't have any plans on going completely neander, but would kind of like to marry the two philosophies.

Looks like the #7 with the 55 degree frog and #60 1/2 are going to be the winners. And that puts me right at the $600 even. Sweet! Thanks for all the help guys. Truly respect everyone's opinions here!