WEN 6307 Variable Speed Detailing File Sander with 1/2-by-18" Belt

This is a nifty, powerful, really well-built tool at a great price. I had tried the angle-grinder with attachment designs before and they didn't work half as well as this more purpose-specific design tool. It is heavy duty but light, easy to use and not annoyingly noisy. The angle adjustment is ready and doesn't feel like it is going to fall apart like the other tools i tried. It comes with an 80 grit belt installed and includes two extras 120 and 320, as well as a dust port adapter. It came properly packaged as well. I just started my project so unless I get surprised by something later I highly recommend it.

works awesome just what i needed . well got to say for the price its killer price see what DeWalt wants for there's there is no difference in product but you pay for there name. i own a few wen products and i have had no problems with them like there air filtration units have two a smaller and then next size up also have 2 other brands paid way more money for them and wen blows there's away.so dont hesitate on buying wen products.

I am restoring four sets of 6’-tall French windows which have 5/8” double-rabbet grooves where the doors overlap when they close. After spending a few frustrating days trying to sand the rabbets clean — first, using a flat-edged palm sander and then sanding by hand when the palm sander kept jumping out of the groove — I went searching on Amazon for something better. I was thrilled to discovered this Wen 1/2” finger sander. Whoever invented this gets a gold star in my book. The sander feels solidly built and works incredibly well for sanding tight spaces; it is the perfect size for my 5/8” rabbets and has already saved me hours of tedious hand-sanding. The variable speed works well, but I tend to use it on the lower speeds to maintain better control and minimize gouges. The adjustable angle has also come in very handy, allowing me to sand the tops and bottoms of the doors without having to take them all off the hinges (and risking they wouldn’t go back on correctly). The sander comes with only 3 sanding belts, so you will definitely want to order extra belts if you buy this sander. As for the price, you can’t beat this for $39.60. Other finger sanders cost many times that price. Presumably, they are built for much more frequent and/or heavy-duty use, but for this weekend DIY warrior — who happened to need this exact size belt sander for one specific project — this sander fits the bill perfectly. It might come in handy in the future for other projects, but even if it doesn’t, I’ve already recouped the cost in saved time and aggravation. The only reason I am deducted 1 star on this 5-star tool is that it does not come with any means of acceptable storage. The tool and the few accessories arrived crammed into a cardboard box which bends the end of the cord end so much that using the box for long-term storage could eventually damage the cord. The seller should either make the box a few inches longer to accommodate the cord correctly or include at least a cheap storage/carrying ba, even if that raised the price a few dollars. I had an unused tool-storage bag in the garage, but even that bag is not long enough to accommodate this very long sander comfortably with the cord; the end sticks out, but at least that seems better than tightly bending the cord where it meets the tool every time I store it. 5 stars for the sander, 3 stars for the lack of an acceptable storage box = 4 stars.

This thing is the bomb. Not expensive and sands really well. I've been using it for some wizard staff projects. I like how the belt has a little give near the base so you can press in and get a nice curve going.

I've only used this once, but it is absolutely fantastic. It's powerful enough that you have to be careful not to sand too much, but moderate enough that you can quickly get the knack of it. I bought it to sand the paint off the details in an old door, and it's making quicker work of it than I thought possible. What a fantastic little tool!

How can you beat this build quality and variable speed belt file for under $30. We are living in good times. You will be amazed. And the bekts are dirt cheap, too. You won't regret buying this Wen Tool.

Great little tool. Never had one tell now and was a great buy and timing for a project I needed it for. Handy

An Update. After using one for years I needed to give this away, so I bought another. Although it is big. You can use it in Relief Carving if you are very careful. It has a very narrow belt. In large areas getting the wood smooth and level is a must and anything that can help speed up time is worth it... Practice on areas that don't matter too much.. you will be glad you did. Go lightly. Be delicate ....... I got this for sanding my porch railings, and to help in my relief carving projects. It is bigger than I thought, but is light enough to hold in one hand and guide with the other hand. The noise is not as loud as some power equipment I use, but I still use earplugs for comfort. Push on the tip; insert the belt; than push on the tension button, and the tension on the belt is perfect. You can easily move and position the arm of the belt sander with one simple turn it tightens in place very easy. The big cautions are don't sand when wet; the dust will combine with the water and strip out the sanders bearings. It sounded scary because the manual states you have to tighten down the object because it might kick back. Although there is a very minor kick back when use with my carvings it was very little and easy to control. I did not secure my carving and it move just a bit once. It is very aggressive so I don't think I would not use anything under 220 grit for carvings. I was able to sand with the tip so it was actually useful. I would not use this sander for any big project however it will be wonderful in hard to reach places. The belts have and arrow for travel make sure the belt is aligned to the belt movement which is indicate by both a arrow on the sander and sanding belt. No pressure at all on belt sanders let the belt do the work without any pressure. You just glide it over the spot that needs sanding. It is a rather uncomplicated peace of equipment that is built really well I have a few Wen tools along with a drill press and find there tools are of good quality. Another plus is the manual. I usually need a magnifying glass to read most of today's manuals. The Wen manual was easy to read and clear to understand. The price is excellent, I can certainly recommend this Belt Sander.

Excelente produto, superou as espectativas

Una excelente y util herramienta, me ha quitado mucho tiempo desperdiciado en mis proyectos caseros.

this is a fantastic tool, works well for removing rust off metal and works extremely well for removing paint. with a 40 or 80 grit belt you can grind down metal quite fast with it. Great for automotive body work.

Easy to change the belts, just push the end of the assy in till it clicks, change the belt and press the button in the dust port assy to release the spring loaded assy. It runs great, but does get a bit warm when using it for a long time. I used it to remove the inside weld seam on square steel tube to make telescoping fixtures. I would buy again and am glad I bought it.

Buen producto precio calidad. Me hubiera gustado más velocidad.