why is the John Boos 24 by 18 by 2-1/4-Inch Reversible Maple Cutting Board LESS expensive than the John Boos 24 by 18 by 1-1/2-Inch Reversible Maple C
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I can only assume the seller has way to many 2.25" boards... I'm quite happy with mine.....
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I don't know, unless one is end grain and one is edge grain................... I prefer the thicker boards, but won't buy Boos boards anymore due to their splitting.
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My guess is... it is harder to handle because of its size and weight. I am having a hard time washing it...
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The trough on the $34.99 one is a little bigger, as is the actual board itself. However, (in my opinion), the differences between the two products are extremely tiny/insignificant. Plus, I don't think the $34 one comes in other colors besides black.I have bought so many any of these; for my 5-year old as well as for multiple gifts. The cheaper one is definitely the way to go!!
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The wood boards are generally wider than 2" and are fitted together superbly. I could not feel any seam with my finger tips nor with a dough scrapper. Both sides are equally finished very well. The edges are smoothly rounded. The wood is dense, it does not absorb much olive oil that I use to wipe it down with.
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different mix off hardwoods. not a pure maple block. but trust me, this awsome cutting board will be the one you hand down to your children with proper care. avoid excess water when cleaning, and use (the cheapest, at the hardware store), food grade mineral oil on both top and bottom monthly, dependiing on use. this block is the top of the line for it's price. just dont go for the high priced oils that are out there, food grade mineral oil is all you need, and for the first 3 times, be heavy with the oil, this is a macho block!
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I had 18x9.5x8 Carlisle 2ply on my mower when I bought it. I replaced those with the 20x10x8 4ply sold on this same page. There is very little difference in width and barely an inch taller than the 18's. The ones I bought are awesome performers.
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Buy a three or four - you won't be sorry and can always use it in the future. It will make such a difference and is so good for the wood, you will be glad to have it on hand and not wait for a reorder.
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Not sure what is the difference. You can look at the numbers of blocks, the quality, color, wood. Some are more expensive, some are cheaper. Read people comments on the products. It gives some ideas.
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I would assume the Rev. 3.0 boards are the more advanced ones in their line(more worth a purchase), but I have no clue. I did some Googling, had trouble finding much info on it. :<
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I'm a hobbyist and have had the DW734 for about a year now. Most of my planning had been hardwoods, Maple, Cherry, Walnut and some Purple Heart. None of them have had complicated figure. The widest board I've run through the machine was about a 9" glue up. I've gotten very good results and virtually no tear out. For my purposes an extra 1/2" in width and 2 speeds wouldn't make any difference in my projects. For me, this was a great buy. Depending on your needs, your results may var :)
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There is a big difference. I thought the C/D would be wide enough, it wasn't. From now on I plan on getting the WW if I can find some.
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I love the 650, but the difference just appears to be the size and the addition of the broiling rack (which I have not yet used). And of course the price. I have room for the larger model and as I have it on a counter that is in the open, I also bought the cutting board that fits on top of the 650 as the unit gets hot on top when it is on. Given they have the same features and power, it should just come down to the size issue and your available space.
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I don't know what one is selling for $24 now, but I bought this one back some time ago as being round, it fills bacon strips better in a 10" frypan. Cooks bacon faster because of heavy weight,
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I can't tell the difference. I compared prices, etc. I thought maybe the finish but they both say walnut. Also, the dimensions are almost identical. Having not owned both, I cannot say for sure.
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The other answer makes sense. I have the X46 and it was a puzzle to me why when flipped it began at 72 inch mark until I read the answer to your question. I used the Lufkin a lot when I built my home and loved it. However, if you do regular woodworking get the 46F. But my first choice for a ruler is an 12 inch accurate steel ruler - plan to spend a few bucks on it as the best ones are expensive. Also purchase a marking knife - again spend more than you might think it is worth. I know when your wife finds out how much your spent on a ruler and marking knife, she will not understand but 1/64 of an inch error can make a project look link crap. That took me a few years to understand with furniture woodworking.
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I did buy the 16 inch and use it mostly for small projects- whirlygigs-banks-etc, I have run into several situations where I could have used the extra depth. I end up doing some juggling of the piece to get it done but the 21 would have made it easier.
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The block is smaller. It takes up less space. The knives are regualr size. Perfect for a small kitchen with little counter space.
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I have taken a oak board 6"x 1"x 2" sawed a grove down it as the saw blade is about the same thickness as ulu knifeblade. You can have a cabinet shop cut one for you if you don't have the equipment.