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Much more sander than what I need, but perfect for the big jobs, and no worry of hurting it for lack of power. Requires some strong arms to use and control it. I read the reviews posted on this sander, and they pretty well outlined what to expect. The exhaust could have been vented the other direction, but I still give it a 5 star. It is a perfect addition to my wood work tools as I have a light weight belt sander for the little jobs. If you need a good HEAVY DUTY sander this is the one to pick. Don't get hooked into some of the so called rebuilt-refurbished companies that charge more than the new price.
The Bosch 1276D is heavy and powerful. For the price it is better than what I had expected. Also five stars to the seller for fast shipping-good price and good communication with a UPS tracking number. Cheaper by far than any of the same models that I looked at on Ebay.
The sander is fine, but as I indicated in multiple attempts to communicate with the elves at Amazon, I resent ordering from someone (Amazon) at a stipulated price that was quoted on the web site and repeated in the confirmation to the order only to find out that the order was filled for a significantly lower price by a firm selling on e-bay with MUCH lower shipping rates than those that were collected from me by Amazon. Making it all but impossible to resolve the matter by talking to an English-speaking human only makes the process more objectionable.Have a good day. Don't say it didn't happen because the company that filled the order included its invoice in the box which I verified when I contacted them.WalMart has gotten some new business since this episode as I resent companies that bait and switch products on their customers.
If you are looking for a sander that you can easily handle with one arm (especially in a 45 degree or vertical position this is not for you be. The price was right and I get to develope some forearm strength in my old age. I am thinking of making a vertical stand to make this an occasionally vertical/horizontal stationary sander. This Belt sander is a beast. I have been a carpenter for many years and my Matabo 21" belt sander finally gave out after 25 years of major abuse.
I still believe Matabo to be the best tools in the world but Bosch isn't far behind. I wanted a replacement that will work fast. However, if you are looking for a belt sander that will cut fast, this beast will do fine. I am giving this a 4-star rating. Changing belts is very quick and efficent.
Plenty of power. (But I am sure there is some). With a vac I see no airborne dust at all. If you need a 4" belt sander, and you can get this one for under $100, just buy it. If you bear down it will burn the wood. Very coarse dust is not all taken in by the vac. Dust bag works ok.
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