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Dewalt Router Bit Collet

Power Tools

How to Properly Insert a Router Bit Into a Collet and Why

Jul 22, 2011 Stuart 20 Comments

If you use tools that lock in bits and burs with collets, make sure you know how to insert the bits properly!

Bosch MRC23EVSK Modular Router Plunge and Fixed Base Combo Kit

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Bosch MRC23EVSK Woodworking Routers Now Available

Jun 8, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Bosch’s newest MR23EVS series routers, a much anticipated upgrade to their 1617 series routers, are now available!

Craftsman 2-25 HP Digital Plunge Base Router

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New Craftsman Digital Plunge Router

May 6, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Craftsman’s new digital plunge router takes the guesswork out of setting the speed adjustment.

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Differences Between Porter Cable and Dewalt’s New Compact Routers

Sep 1, 2010 Stuart 6 Comments

A few days ago we reported that Porter Cable’s new compact routers were identical to Dewalt’s. After taking a closer look at the product photos and specs, I realized that this was not true, there are a few subtle differences.

Porter Cable Router 450 and 450PK

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Porter Cable Also Set to Release Compact Router Kits

Aug 30, 2010 Stuart Discuss

The other day we introduced Dewalt’s new compact router kits. This morning I had a good question – what about Porter Cable? Dewalt and Porter Cable are sister companies, with Porter Cable being well known for their dedicated woodworking tools Scouring their recent press release archive, I noticed that Porter Cable was in fact releasing fixed and plunge base compact […]

Dewalt Routers DWP611 and DWP611PK

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Dewalt Launches New Compact Router

Aug 26, 2010 Stuart 2 Comments

Dewalt just announced the launch of a new compact router designed to combine power, ease of use and ergonomics to provide high visibility, control, and performance. These new routers are said to merge the ergonomic features and size of trim routers with the power of full-size routers to deliver both performance and jobsite versatility.

Power Tool Accessories

Milwaukee Router Bit Blowout Sale – $5 Each

Aug 24, 2010 Stuart 8 Comments

Over at Amazon, there is an insane router bit sale going on. Milwaukee-branded bits, both 1/4″ and 1/2″ shanked, are selling for just $5 each. A handful of select styles are $10 each. These router bits are made for Milwaukee in Italy by Freud. Orders of $25 and up are eligible for free super saver […]

Bosch MRC23EVSK Modular Router Plunge and Fixed Base Combo Kit

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Bosch’s New Plunge & Fixed Base Routers

Jun 8, 2010 Stuart 4 Comments

Coptool (of Ohio Power Tool) just broke the news that Bosch will soon be releasing a new woodworking router spindle (MRC23EVSK), complete with redesigned plunge and fixed bases. Bosch has earned themselves a solid reputation amongst woodworkers with their current 1617 series routers. From the looks of it, Bosch outdid themselves and their new feature-rich routers […]

Bosch 1617 Variable Speed Router

Power Tools

Odd-Size Bosch Router Collets

May 11, 2010 Stuart 2 Comments

Bosch’s popular woodworking router comes with 1/4″ and 1/2″ collets, but what if you want to use different shanked burs and bits? We found that replacement collets were available by 3rd party manufacturers, such as Galaxy Products.

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