RIDGID Oscillating Edge Belt/Spindle Sander vs RIDGID EB4424 Oscillating Edge/Belt Spindle Sander

These are the same machine: the EB4424 is the retail RIDGID oscillating edge belt/spindle sander, and the other listing is the same tool sold as factory blemished. Buy the retail EB4424 if you want the full Lifetime Service Agreement, a longer cord and the beveling table with positive stops. Buy the blemished unit only if you accept cosmetic flaws and a shorter warranty path. Owners rate the EB4424 about 4.2 out of 5; the common complaints are the small 4 in. x 24 in. belt, the 3/4 in. stroke and the 40 lb weight on a benchtop.

• Choose the Factory Blemished RIDGID sander if you want the same belt-and-spindle tool and can live with cosmetic flaws and a shorter cord.
• Choose the RIDGID EB4424 if you want the registered Lifetime Service Agreement, the 0-48 degree tilting table with five positive stops and the longer 8 ft cord.