Ask anyone who works with wood what their least favorite part of the job is and you're bound to hear "sanding" more often than not. Whether because of the dust, the time-consuming monotony, or the physical pain in your hand from using a random orbital sander for hours on end, it is by no means a fun job. As such, finish carpenter Nathan Rinne is always looking for ways to expedite the process while minimizing the dust he has to deal with.
Nathan recently began using the 6-inch Makita B06050J, which impressed him with its power, its tight, swirl-free orbit, and its strong dust collection. Learn the details in his review in Tools of the Trade.
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