Re: Routers



On Wed, 25 Jun 2008 02:24:53 -0500, Antree@xxxxxxxxx wrote:

Is there a decent router in the $100 - $125 range for a beginner?

Sure!

Look for a Porter Cable 690 or Bosch 1617 reconditioned. I paid $90
for my last single speed 690 and $95 for the 1617.

Lookee here:
<http://bosch.cpotools.com/reconditioned_tools/routers/router_combo_packs/1617pk-rt.html>

A single speed 1617, with both bases, for $139.

You can also look for a plunge base on eBay or Craigslist for the
units I mentioned in the second line. You can do LOTS with a single
speed basic router.

You can make the NEXT router the heavy duty, high HP variable speed,
plunger, as one router is never enough! <G>

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