hand held belt sanders

[diamond]

Anyone have any recommendations for hand held electric belt sanders? harbor freight, lowes, home depot? I need one for a wood trim project but don't want to pay a lot.

[rleffler]

Originally Posted by diamond

Anyone have any recommendations for hand held electric belt sanders? harbor freight, lowes, home depot? I need one for a wood trim project but don't want to pay alot.

I had an electric one from HF, but it didn't last long. The air version has worked great over the last couple years.

[David Paule]

Try Craigslist.

Dave

[gasman]

Here is the one I use........ http://www.amazon.com/SKIL-7500-3-In...ords=skil+7313

Works great also for aircraft use.....

[woodmanrog]

I would bet thqat you can find a quality used belt sander at your local pawnshop. I personally use a 24X3" Porter Cable and a Bosch of the same size. Used them for years with no problems in a woodworking classroom. I have found many great tools at bargain prices in pawnshops.