In need of a new router. Parts for my old Craftsman seem to be discontinued. Would appreciate any guidance and experience with currently available models. Mid priced, versatile and reliable.
Thanks,
Dale Hammer
New Router
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I've got a 3HP Ryobi, which stays in its table permanently, it's too big and heavy to use freehand. For freehand I've got a 2 1/4 HP Makita. Just don't get one that uses 1/4" shaft bits. It's 1/2" all the way.
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I've had this one for years.....they are still making it, so I guess it must be good. I really like the wooden knob handles. It comes with a fixed and a plunge base.
Mine's been solid.
https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-1617EVSPK- ... B00005RHPD
Of course, there are tons of good ones out there. Go to the store and try to put your hands on 'em. Pick the one that feels good to you.
Mine's been solid.
https://www.amazon.com/Bosch-1617EVSPK- ... B00005RHPD
Of course, there are tons of good ones out there. Go to the store and try to put your hands on 'em. Pick the one that feels good to you.
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I have a 1/2" craftsman permanently mounted in a table that works well. But honestly, it's my $20 trim router from Harbor Freight that gets the most use. It's little, light, easy to maneuver, and has been going strong for years. I built a little jig for cutting circles that I've used to cut all my baffles, and all the braces for my otops too. Ranks right up there with my $20 23g pin nailer as one of my best tool buys.
2xT30 (20", 3012LF)
2xT30 (21", 3012LF)
4xOtop J-array (Beta12, melded/straight piezos)
Truck Tuba (MCM)
Next up: 2xJack12 or family of table tubas
2xT30 (21", 3012LF)
4xOtop J-array (Beta12, melded/straight piezos)
Truck Tuba (MCM)
Next up: 2xJack12 or family of table tubas
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Re: New Router
Thanks everyone. I'm still reading some reviews, but hopefully order one tomorrow. That Bosch is pretty much the type of package I am looking for.
I have a circle jig I bought from Parts Express a few years back. Hopefully it will still fit any of the major brands.
I have a circle jig I bought from Parts Express a few years back. Hopefully it will still fit any of the major brands.
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All of the Jasper circle jigs will fit all the major manufacturer's routers. I would imagine that most brands of circle jigs would do the same with Bosch, DeWalt, Porter-Cable, etc....Dale Hammer wrote: ↑Tue Apr 28, 2020 4:30 pm
I have a circle jig I bought from Parts Express a few years back. Hopefully it will still fit any of the major brands.
6 - T39 3012LF
4 - OT12 2512
1 - T24
1 - SLA Pro
2 - XF210
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Re: New Router
After looking around a bit, I ordered a Porter-Cable 895PK Router, Fixed/Plunge Base Kit, 12-Amp, 2-1/4-HP.
Thanks again for the comments.
Thanks again for the comments.