Random or Variable Orbital Sanders?

Variable, if budget is not an issue. Random orbital sanders are very aggressive at removing material. You will want to be able to control the speed.

I'm not a big fan of DeWalt stuff. They have become more of a mass-merchandised name, as has Porter Cable. That being said, some of their stuff still is very good.

I would go to the library and find the latest issue of Fine Woodworking that has orbital sander reviews and use that as a barometer. They do great reviews on wookworking stuff and seem to have the best evaluations.
 
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