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[Chip Lindley]

Dewalt DW735. Hands down the best without getting an iron monster.

Why not an Iron Monster? There are many bargains on used 15" import planers, depending on your location. I found a Powermatic Model 15 for $454.

I doubt the table-top DeWalt will last long planing 12" widths. But, a well adjusted cast iron 15" will gobble up wide widths. Look for Delta, Grizzy, Jet, Powermatic, or Shop Fox 15" planers. Just my .02....

[Dennis Ford]

If you have the space and plane very much wood at all, a 15" stationary planer is much more useful than any lunchbox style machine.