The best 5-in. random-orbit sanders - FineWoodworking

September 20,2024

Barry Dima took one for the team when he set out to field-test 11 random-orbit sanders to see which are the best of the current crop of 5-in. models. He spent days sanding cherry and poplar test boards and inspecting their surfaces. Read the article to find out what the best rated sander is..
We test sanders from Festool, Mirka, Ridgid, Ryobi, Porter-Cable, Dewalt, Bosch, Black & Decker, and Craftsman at Sears

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