Tools Question - The right jointer

You could use a small table saw if you measure carefully.

I also, just use my table saw.

The guy asked for a jointer not a tablesaw......they are two different tools designed for two different things......sheesh!

I have a floor model 6" powermatic that has a very long out feed table for larger stock. I'm very pleased with it but I think the current models may be over your budget. Jet makes this one that is closer but still more than your budget. They also make a bench top model that may work for your application. I have a jet shaper and dust collector. They make very reliable tools. You also may want to do a Grizzly tool search. Good luck.

I would check out Grizzly tools.  They have quite a few models. The ones I have seen have a smooth ground finish. Adjustable out feed is nice to compensate for blade wear but its not that hard to move the blades when required. They have many in your price range.

Pete

I would second checking out Gizzly Tools. I have a small cabinet shop and use several Grizzly tools: jointer, shaper, band saw, ocillating drum sander and dust collection. I am not sure what your building intentions are but I hardly ever use a jointer for cabinet work. I use a very good pro table saw. When I build custom furnature I will then make use of the jointer. For cabinets I use my table saw and shaper for most everything.

Grizzly Tools is a good source, Ridgid (Home Depot) use to make a good one, not sure if they still do .

Or a good old Stanley #7 or 8, but they really are not cheap

Interesting note.  One of those tools that would see a lot of uses in a commercial cabinet fabrication shop.  For the few edges I needed adjusted, I had the material supplier do it free of charge. I was thinking on a very cold day in January that a good compound miter saw might get some use.   On a day by day basis,  a cheap Craftman ban saw (9") and a table top belt/disk sander gets most of it done.
Most bench work framing was done with a 7 1/2" skill saw. Good carbide tip blade.

This cut was done with a Roto-Zip and the provided circle cut adaptor. Could have been done with a Sawzall or Sabre saw.


9" Band saw.

Bench  Disk/Belt sander.

Most of this trim with the custom OG cut was supplied cut to width. A very good 10" miter saw was used for the cuts, I borrowed it.

I have a 6" grizzly and I like it its a good maching eh

Thanks for your input! I had not heard of Grizzly before my search started. I was looking at Delta, Rikon and Jet.

For the curious, the jointer will be used to ensure a straight edge on dimensional that is not true, before going to the table saw, also it is a must have when joining several pieces of wood to make a panel. 

When I get my work area setup I will be sure to post pics. The comptroller has given approval for the purchase of a FesTool zero clearance circular saw. The last time I handled full plywood sheets I almost dislocated my shoulder. The saw will be used to cut sheets down prior to getting them to table saw, also since it is portable I can used it inside when it is too cold (like today 10 deg F ) to work in the garage.

I do know what a joiner is, I had one. However with a good table saw and fence system I do the same job just as good or better than with a joiner, I do make up my own panels out of hardwood lumber. I didn't know I could use a table saw for this precession job until  tried it.