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Up in the air over which sander to buy? Read on for some solid buying advice from an old pro.

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TOOL REVIEW

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Random-orbit

By George Vondriska

There are some topics woodworkers can't seem to agree on: pins first or tails first, shaper or router table, left- or right-tilt ... but one thing no one argues about is that sanding is no fun! Random-orbit sanders can reduce the misery of getting your projects silky-smooth. This tool test covers the 5"-diameter class — perfect for home woodworking — with prices ranging from $36 to $380. On the following pages are some things to look for when shopping for a new sander and why they're helpful for better sanding.

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Does the large selection of random-orbit sanders have you juggling the idea of which one to buy? Our hands-on editor will help you toss aside your confusion.