Which sander?

[Trad Whitetail]

So thanks to you guys my build is coming along - hot box and form are done.  I band sawed the handle and am getting ready to glue up but I am going to need one more thing - a sander.  I have it narrowed down to the (apparently beloved by some hated by others)   Ridgid   Oscillating belt edge / spindle sander and the  Harbor Freight  6"X48" belt and 9" disc sander.  Which would you experienced guys think is more useful for bow building?  $200.00 is my limit.

[PV]

I'm on my second Rigid. I've a disc/belt and a 6X80 belt as well. The Rigid sees more work than the others combined.Spindle sanders come in handy.....

[Trux Turning]

My vote is for the rigid-I've worked mine for 3-4 years now with no complaints.

[StoneAK]

Rigid I have good work out of mine as well. 5 years now no problems

[Glunt]

I use a Harbor Freight belt/disc and a Delta spindle sander.  I would think the Rigid would be a good choice for a single unit.  I would love to get a long belt sander.

[jess stuart]

I have had a 6x48 sander for years and never really used it much.  About a year ago I turned it up on edge and now I use it more than any other power tool I own.  I have no experience with the Rigid but others love them.

[Trad Whitetail]

Well I guess I will give the Ridgid sander a try then.  Thanks everyone!

[Trad Whitetail]

You guys were right - the Ridgid sander is awesome!

[Pac'em out]

I have the Rigid sander on my Christmas wish list this year.  Keeping my fingers crossed.

[recurvericky]

Go with the Rigid, it is a great tool.