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Review on πŸ”ͺ Enhance Your DW734 Planer with DEWALT Planer Blades (DW7342) by Brent Dietrich

Revainrating 1 out of 5

The blades became blunt after a few boards on the first day of use.

The original blades that came with my planer lasted 3 years and cut hundreds of feet through pine and cedar planks. I bought these blades instead of the cheaper ones thinking they would be the same quality as the originals. These blades dulled after a few 6 inch cedar planks. During the first cuts I noticed that the front of the boards was not smooth, they had lines, like a vinyl record. I'm trying not to shoot too much material at once (1/32"-1/16") and the blades are properly adjusted and the mating surfaces have been cleaned. I've noticed several other reviews saying the same thing. Maybe some bad blades? I'm returning them for another set, if the new ones work well I'll update this review.

Pros
  • Manufactured from laminated M2 steel for sharper edges and greater strength.
Cons
  • High price.