I started my journey into table top jointers with the Cutech 6" jointer, just to see how it would work for my needs. It worked great! So, I was able to sell it for what I paid for it and I stepped up to the Cutech 10" jointer. I already had experience with their aluminum fence on the 6" jointer, so I went ahead and ordered the cast iron fence with my new Cutech 10" jointer. Glad I did! It is immensely better than the aluminum one. Strong, straight, flat, well machined, and STURDY. Keep in mind that the support brackets they include with the jointer only reach the fence when the blades are nearly fully exposed. I do a lot of edge jointing, so I don't like that much blade exposure, but the fence works well without the use of these brackets, so no real problem there. Overall, I am 100% pleased with this product. Way to go, Cutech!