Is the description right? The edge grain 20X15X2-1/4 board lists for much less than $120 on johnboos.com. Is this really the end grain board?
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I have two of these boards but larger so can not answer price you are asking about. Only can say his boards are the best, long lasting.
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This is an edge grain board, not end grain. It is as specified... Great board from what I've experienced.... Heavy too.
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I have the Boos RA03 24" by 18" by 2.25" for $89.99 through Amazon. I can't comment on your 20X15X2.25, but I can say : EDGE-grain is strips of maple or such hard woods laminated to form the board size- picture 2"X4"s laid side by side. You are cutting on the woods edge. END-grain is a board or such laid out with theends as the cutting surface. This would be like 2"X4"s cut to 2.25"s and then laminated vertically(you are cutting on the woods ends). I can say the John Boos boards will last a lifetime, just dont forget the mineral oil or Boos oil or beeswax products at least once a month. Hope this helps. I have the Boos RA03 24" by 18" by 2.25" for $89.99 through Amazon. I can't comment on your 20X15X2.25, but I can say : EDGE-grain is strips of maple or such hard woods laminated to form the board size- picture 2"X4"s laid side by side. You are cutting on the woods edge. END-grain is a board or such laid out with theends as the cutting surface. This would be like 2"X4"s cut to 2.25"s and then laminated vertically(you are cutting on the woods ends). I can say the John Boos boards will last a lifetime, just dont forget the mineral oil... » Read More I have the Boos RA03 24" by 18" by 2.25" for $89.99 through Amazon. I can't comment on your 20X15X2.25, but I can say : EDGE-grain is strips of maple or such hard woods laminated to form the board size- picture 2"X4"s laid side by side. You are cutting on the woods edge. END-grain is a board or such laid out with theends as the cutting surface. This would be like 2"X4"s cut to 2.25"s and then laminated vertically(you are cutting on the woods ends). I can say the John Boos boards will last a lifetime, just dont forget the mineral oil or Boos oil or beeswax products at least once a month. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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The Board in the picture and the board I have is an edge grain board. Edge grain is made of strips of wood like the plank wood in a 2x4. It is the cut from the length or height of the tree. End grain board are med by cutting pieces of lumber into blocks and gluing together with the end grain up (end grain would be the cut of wood that would show the growth rings of the tree. End grain boards tend to show scratches less and are a bit kinder on the knife's edge. Edge Grain boards are a little more resistant to staining and absorbing moisture. So it's a matter of preference as to which type of constructed board you want, but I am extremely happy with my edge grain board. Buy a good oil to preserve your board. The Board in the picture and the board I have is an edge grain board. Edge grain is made of strips of wood like the plank wood in a 2x4. It is the cut from the length or height of the tree. End grain board are med by cutting pieces of lumber into blocks and gluing together with the end grain up (end grain would be the cut of wood that would show the growth rings of the tree. End grain boards tend to show scratches less and are a bit kinder on the knife's edge. Edge Grain boards are a little more resistant to staining and absorbing moisture. So it's a matter of preference as to which... » Read More The Board in the picture and the board I have is an edge grain board. Edge grain is made of strips of wood like the plank wood in a 2x4. It is the cut from the length or height of the tree. End grain board are med by cutting pieces of lumber into blocks and gluing together with the end grain up (end grain would be the cut of wood that would show the growth rings of the tree. End grain boards tend to show scratches less and are a bit kinder on the knife's edge. Edge Grain boards are a little more resistant to staining and absorbing moisture. So it's a matter of preference as to which type of constructed board you want, but I am extremely happy with my edge grain board. Buy a good oil to preserve your board. « Show Less
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That does seem a bit high for the list and selling price. The 24x18x2.25 is only $76.57 right now, which is cheaper than the 20x15. Go for that.
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I love this chopping board, I have several and all different types, this one is the favorite. I don't use it for raw meat.
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I think this planer is a good value. I have had very good results as long as I keep the planing under 1/16" per pass (with white oak) and make sure the grain is going in the right direction. Also I started out with a shop-vac and a chip separator, it works much better now with that I have a dust collector. Also read about the differences in segmented cutter heads. You do get what you pay for, The cutter head has 26 HSS cutters with two sides. A Shelix head for the DeWalt cost about $450 but the cutters are four sided and helical. SteelCity's tech support is great. I contacted them with a couple of adjustment questions and in each instance I received a detailed and accurate response. I think this planer is a good value. I have had very good results as long as I keep the planing under 1/16" per pass (with white oak) and make sure the grain is going in the right direction. Also I started out with a shop-vac and a chip separator, it works much better now with that I have a dust collector. Also read about the differences in segmented cutter heads. You do get what you pay for, The cutter head has 26 HSS cutters with two sides. A Shelix head for the DeWalt cost about $450 but the cutters are four sided and helical. SteelCity's tech support is great. I contacted them with... » Read More I think this planer is a good value. I have had very good results as long as I keep the planing under 1/16" per pass (with white oak) and make sure the grain is going in the right direction. Also I started out with a shop-vac and a chip separator, it works much better now with that I have a dust collector. Also read about the differences in segmented cutter heads. You do get what you pay for, The cutter head has 26 HSS cutters with two sides. A Shelix head for the DeWalt cost about $450 but the cutters are four sided and helical. SteelCity's tech support is great. I contacted them with a couple of adjustment questions and in each instance I received a detailed and accurate response. « Show Less
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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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From the product description: Size: 1"H x 15"W x 20"L Boards feature a counter lip, and style #10241 has angled up edges on two sides as well.I'm not sure what you mean by the short end. Recheck the dimensions and the photos shown in the ad. The counter lip is 1.25". The flared edges are 1" each. Great product, give it a try.
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if you are looking for the board with the digital read out this is it i just bought one i would call amazon about the weight !!
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Well... http://www.thenaturalabode.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product;_Code=3363 plus labor plus shipping of the raw materialIts a luxury item, obviously not intended to be a "reasonable price" for people who just want something to hold their Catan board together. For that go here: Official Settlers of Catan Board - Plastic 5-6/3-4 Player
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In my opinion, it is the perfect bored for beginners, especially for the price. You're not going to find a better board at this price point. I learned on this one myself and it's still fantastic when I do more advanced things one its
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Thanks for posting this thread, Atticus. I recently went through the same scenario with customer service on this very item. I just bought an industrial strength paper shredder (which was huge!) and it was covered under Prime. So your point is very valid in spite of what the other posters are saying. Mike L: I just ordered these speakers in spite of the extra shipping and free shipping was not offered even at the standard selection. Standard: $23.65, 2 day $44.82, 1-day $83.65. I agree Prime is usually awesome, but don't quite understand what makes one item 3.99 for overnight ship and another $83.65. Jeeeeeeeeeez. (btw, industrial paper shredder was larger dimension box and heavier than this item.) Thanks for posting this thread, Atticus. I recently went through the same scenario with customer service on this very item. I just bought an industrial strength paper shredder (which was huge!) and it was covered under Prime. So your point is very valid in spite of what the other posters are saying. Mike L: I just ordered these speakers in spite of the extra shipping and free shipping was not offered even at the standard selection. Standard: $23.65, 2 day $44.82, 1-day $83.65. I agree Prime is usually awesome, but don't quite understand what makes one item 3.99 for overnight... » Read More Thanks for posting this thread, Atticus. I recently went through the same scenario with customer service on this very item. I just bought an industrial strength paper shredder (which was huge!) and it was covered under Prime. So your point is very valid in spite of what the other posters are saying. Mike L: I just ordered these speakers in spite of the extra shipping and free shipping was not offered even at the standard selection. Standard: $23.65, 2 day $44.82, 1-day $83.65. I agree Prime is usually awesome, but don't quite understand what makes one item 3.99 for overnight ship and another $83.65. Jeeeeeeeeeez. (btw, industrial paper shredder was larger dimension box and heavier than this item.) « Show Less
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this one from my experience!! It is a good all around board. and the only update that I recommend is new bearings. I got bones reds on amazon for like 11 bucks!
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The actual size of the "board" is 3' x 2'. I wouldn't really call it a board since it's more like a lamented sheet you can write on. It has the horizontal on one side and the vertical on the other. Also note, that it suggests you use washable markers (not dry erase markers) to prevent ghosting. Neither are deal breakers for the price!
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Yeah: good solic particle board. Measurements? I'll have to let you look that up on the product site. It's a great product.
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I'd say the finish is considerably better than any other composite wood I've seen. Just be careful of the edges near the unfinished (back) of the unit. The finish can easily come up if agitated. I mean to be honest with you, you get what you pay for. Keep your expectations at around the 160-70 buck level & you'll be VERY happy with the finish.
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This is not accurate. I purchased this motherboard new from Newegg for around $220 late last year. Listing that price is definitely a mistake. I believe on other sites too the board is discontinued. It would be best to look into upgrading to the Z87 chipset and CPU than to consider spending on this board.
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No, does not look like end grain. It's beautiful, especially for the price.
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On the colored versions (i.e., non-woodgrain), the backing board is white. I don't own any of the wood-grain versions, but my guess is it's the same color as the grain, based on the picture (if it was white, it'd be clearly noticeable in the provided product picture).
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I'll have to look when I get to my store. I painted the wood and from what I recall all edges were the same. Please ask me again after 4pm on 14th as I'm not going in today.
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Hello, This board is a few notches higher in quality than Wal Mart. But not as nice as a skate shop. I don't think the 150 pounds is too much for this board.I am told they sell these 'Punisher' boards at Toys R Us, if you want to check one out in person first, but the Amazon price is better. The board is nice, just not pro quality. The biggest problem is that the wheels are too soft, but you can upgrade them at a skate shop once your skills warrant it.