True North wrote:
I bought a similar model by Makita on sale at a local hardware store last year. I hope it can sand hardwood stairs.



Throw some 80 grit on it and let 'er rip!

I don't do enough sanding to justify an elite cost. But to do some re-gelling on my boats, I got an electric makita orbital sander at a pawn shop for 10 bucks. Fits well in the palm. Yes it viberates a bit but that's what padded leather gloves are for I suppose...