Festool Domino, New versus Old?

[custard]

I understand there's both a new and an old version of the Domino jointer. Does anyone know the key differences and how to recognise one from the other? Thanks.

 

[Neil]

There was apparently an infringement of a Mafell patent on the spring-loaded pins used for location, so Festool had to re-design this part of the tool. The new model uses hinged plastic wedges.

Check here and here for more info.

This is the only difference as far as I know. If you can get hold of the old model I would recommend that you do so - I'm sure Festool wouldn't have changed the design unless they had to and I'm very happy that I have the version with steel pins.

Cheers,
Neil

 

[Paul Chapman]

That's a pity I tried out a Domino some time ago and thought those metal pins were one of the key features.

Oh well, can't afford one anyway.........

Cheers :wink:

Paul

 

[custard]

Thanks Neil, that's cleared it up. I just bought a Domino off Ebay, it's almost unused but didn't have a user manual. When I downloaded one it shows the plastic flappers but my Domino has the original metal pins.

 

[Neil]

Hi Custard, this manual by Rick Christopherson is much better than the one which comes with the Domino anyway.

Cheers,
Neil

 

[custard]

Hello Neil, much appreciated, that's perfect!