A while ago someone on here asked if its worth it to get a jointer fence. Well, since I have one now and used it, I say absolutely without a doubt dont think twice YES! If you're a just starting out newbie on the hand tool side, it is one of the best things you can get. If you go to ebay or an antique shop and get a NON STANLEY, I would expect to pay $30-50 but the Stanleys go for 90 some. Oh, and get a good blade, too. Lee Valley, Hock, Clifton, or the one I got Spehar Toolworks. I'm done now.