Makita KP0800 240V 3-inch/82mm Planer Blue Small Size

I have had a Black and Decker planner which, according the receipt still in the original box, I have had for 34 years. Sadly the belt broke for it and, being so old, no-one seemed to sell the spare part.I have now followed the advice I was given many years old, "you will never regret buying the best tool that you can reasonably afford". So, although a lot more expensive the Bosch equivalent, I decided on the Makita. I have bought several Makita tools over the last couple of years and found them to be excellent quality, this plane is no exception.It is well thought out, from the size of the ejector hole (standard 50 mm), through the fine adjustment (in 0.1mm steps) to the flapdown peg at the back which ensures that you do not put it down with the blade still running down and damage a work surface or the blades.In terms of use, it is a reasonable weight; not so heavy that you will tire easily and still weighty enough to feel solid. Having just done some smoothing of a box with a whole load of dovetails to finish off, I can assure you that this is very easy to handle and very versatile in use.As other reviewers have mentioned, it does produce a lot of wood chips. You either need to be able to collect via a vacuum extraction (as I said above, a standard 50 mm hole) or have a dust bag. I have opted for both with the vacuum extract on my work bench and the bag for when I am working away.The only other accessory that you may want to consider is the Makita guide rail. At the time of writing, this was shown out of stock on both the UK and the US Amazon sites; I have managed to order from a specialist tool company separately.Already I can say this tool is a joy to use and, based on other Makita tools, should stand the test of time.Highly recommended.

Used this to plane down a replacement external door. Easy to use, accurate and robust. Feels like it will last and is well made - Makita seem to make great tools. Delivery was quick and efficient. The price was best I could find - both on line and in store. Overall - a great purchase and a good supplier.

Bought to replace my aged B&D which finally gave up after 30 years service, this Makita is definitely a step up, smooth, powerful and has a fine adjustment range, definitely recommend.

Excellent product. Great job at my workshop. Solid and reliable

As expected

Bought to ease a door that was catching on the frame, great tool and easy to use. Now just need to find other jobs to justify the purchase to the wife.

Good value

Whenever possible I try to buy quality power tools, I emphasise , try, This planer maintains the standard of its maker , Makita !!. I have three other tools by this firm, all of them first class .