beyond by BLACK DECKER Random Orbit Sander, 5-Inch, 2.4-Amp (BDERO200AEV)

When my 20 year old Makita ROS finally died, I started shopping for a replacement. But for any of the name brands over 2 amps I was in the $100 range. Meanwhile my 20 years old Black & Decker drills were still working perfectly (Replace the battery’s last year) and I figured I’d give their budget ROS a try and see how it worked.Not only are the ergonomics’ superior to the Makita and Porter Cable I tried at Home Depot, but its operation is butter smooth and the results were flawless.I’ve been a custom Drum builder for 33 years and natural finishes on exotic woods are part of my product line. This little sander really surprised me with not only the quality of the finish but its ability to keep the dust in the collection bag and out of the air. Not sure if a vacuum adapter is available but if it is, that could possibly make this a zero dust sander. Only other option I wish it had ? A variable speed control (but at $32.75 delivered, I got no complaints!)Not sure about longevity as I’ve only had it for a week, but the build seems solid, the weight and balance (IMHO) is damn near perfect and this is easily as good as any of the sanders I coulda bought for $150 .Very happy so far!