Router

sweetvtmom · 01-28-2009, 06:19 AM

My bf wants a router kit. I am thinking about buying him one for Father's Day, but have no clue where to start--as far as what brand is the best? How much should I figure on spending? Can I get one in Walmart or do I need to go to Home Depot? Is there special attachments that is a must to buy?

I am so clueless with this..lol Any help would be appreciated.

Ziggy · 01-31-2009, 04:24 PM

You should take a look at this article
http://www.popularmechanics.com/home...s/4301779.html
They tested 7 different routers from different brands and Bosch PR20EVSK came out on top, but Craftsman 28212 for best overall value

heretoday · 02-01-2009, 02:02 AM

That Craftsman is just hard to beat. Not only do they seem to always use very good materials, their quality control appears to be pretty strict. I've never had to take back a Craftsman tool.

woodpecker · 02-05-2009, 09:37 PM

Before purchasing any tool, I read a lot of product reviews. With regard to Crafstman, the people who responded to this thread are right. Many people seem satisfied with Crafstman. So, why not go in for one? You can easily visit their official website and check out the prices. I am sure your bf will love it.

Woodyoumind? · 02-08-2009, 01:47 AM

Yup, I'd go with a Craftsman. Sears tools overall are hard to beat. I have some hand tools I've had for years and they are still just as good as new. If you take even reasonable care of your tools, the Craftsman will last for a good long while.

woodywoodpecker · 02-09-2009, 10:58 PM

I totally agree. I have my Dad's old drill that I bought him when I was a youngster about 1972. It still works as well as it did when he got it for Christmas that year. I love Sears tools. It's one thing they do pretty well.

Taggart · 02-10-2009, 08:08 AM

I'd also vote for Craftsman. And in my experience buying other appliances at Wal*Mart, I'd have to say that it can be hit or miss there.

Good luck with the router purchase.

Sandy Rose · 02-10-2009, 09:06 AM

I got a Bosch 1617EVSPK last year and so far it has been a great tool.

SageMother · 02-10-2009, 05:49 PM

While looking at the routers, be sure to get one of those portable tables too.

They are really handy and make working in places other than his garage or back yard, much easier.

heretoday · 02-17-2009, 09:25 PM

Excellent suggestion Sage, one of those tables solves so many unanticipated problems and it allows you to get a familiar feel with the working area. Good call.

Old Dutchman · 02-23-2009, 07:24 AM

Craftsman has a double base router for about $130.00. It is a great buy. I will have to say that there are good

golfdad · 08-30-2009, 07:05 AM

Best Router I ever bought has been the new triton.............

Mike Davis · 09-01-2009, 10:33 PM

I have a Bosch Router and was so impressed with the quality, fit, finish, power and ease of use that I bought a new hand drill made by them too. It is also one of the finest tools I have ever used. I would not hesitate to purchase any of the Bosch tools based on the two I now own. Well, actually three, I forgot about the compound miter saw I bought several years ago.

I have been using tools since my first job while still in high school 35 years ago. I have worn out many Craftsman tools and some better ones. I don't think I will ever wear out these Bosch tools.

But, I don't think I will ever buy another Craftsman tool. Their quality has steadily declined over the years while the German and Swiss branded tools have improved. Craftsman mechanic tools have a good guarantee, but the power tools are only for a year and they always seem to wear out a few weeks after that.

If you only use the tool around the home once or twice a year then a lower quality tool may be good enough. But if you work with and depend on your tools every day then get the Bosch.

Larry Norton · 09-08-2009, 05:09 AM

I suggest the Porter Cable 890 series. A great router with variable speed and 1/4in and 1/2in. collets.

Craftsman made some good power tools back in the '70's, but their quality has deteriorated to what I call, "Throw Away" tools. Their hand tools are still good.

01-28-2009, 06:19 AM	#1 (permalink)
sweetvtmom Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 5	Router My bf wants a router kit. I am thinking about buying him one for Father's Day, but have no clue where to start--as far as what brand is the best? How much should I figure on spending? Can I get one in Walmart or do I need to go to Home Depot? Is there special attachments that is a must to buy? I am so clueless with this..lol Any help would be appreciated.

02-01-2009, 02:02 AM	#3 (permalink)
heretoday Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 396	Craftsman That Craftsman is just hard to beat. Not only do they seem to always use very good materials, their quality control appears to be pretty strict. I've never had to take back a Craftsman tool.

02-23-2009, 07:24 AM	#11 (permalink)
Old Dutchman Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: I was born and raised in Holland Michigan Posts: 7	Craftsman has a double base router for about $130.00. It is a great buy. I will have to say that there are good Last edited by Old Dutchman; 02-24-2009 at 05:51 PM.

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01-31-2009, 04:24 PM	#2 (permalink)
Ziggy Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 7	You should take a look at this article http://www.popularmechanics.com/home...s/4301779.html They tested 7 different routers from different brands and Bosch PR20EVSK came out on top, but Craftsman 28212 for best overall value

02-05-2009, 09:37 PM	#4 (permalink)
woodpecker Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 30	Before purchasing any tool, I read a lot of product reviews. With regard to Crafstman, the people who responded to this thread are right. Many people seem satisfied with Crafstman. So, why not go in for one? You can easily visit their official website and check out the prices. I am sure your bf will love it.

02-08-2009, 01:47 AM	#5 (permalink)
Woodyoumind? Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 26	Yup, I'd go with a Craftsman. Sears tools overall are hard to beat. I have some hand tools I've had for years and they are still just as good as new. If you take even reasonable care of your tools, the Craftsman will last for a good long while.

02-09-2009, 10:58 PM	#6 (permalink)
woodywoodpecker Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 25	I totally agree. I have my Dad's old drill that I bought him when I was a youngster about 1972. It still works as well as it did when he got it for Christmas that year. I love Sears tools. It's one thing they do pretty well.

02-10-2009, 08:08 AM	#7 (permalink)
Taggart Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 154	I'd also vote for Craftsman. And in my experience buying other appliances at Wal*Mart, I'd have to say that it can be hit or miss there. Good luck with the router purchase.

02-10-2009, 09:06 AM	#8 (permalink)
Sandy Rose Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 2	I got a Bosch 1617EVSPK last year and so far it has been a great tool.

02-10-2009, 05:49 PM	#9 (permalink)
SageMother Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 156	While looking at the routers, be sure to get one of those portable tables too. They are really handy and make working in places other than his garage or back yard, much easier.

02-17-2009, 09:25 PM	#10 (permalink)
heretoday Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 396	Excellent suggestion Sage, one of those tables solves so many unanticipated problems and it allows you to get a familiar feel with the working area. Good call.

08-30-2009, 07:05 AM	#12 (permalink)
golfdad Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Clayton,NC Posts: 3	Best Router I ever bought has been the new triton.............

09-01-2009, 10:33 PM	#13 (permalink)
Mike Davis Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 23	I have a Bosch Router and was so impressed with the quality, fit, finish, power and ease of use that I bought a new hand drill made by them too. It is also one of the finest tools I have ever used. I would not hesitate to purchase any of the Bosch tools based on the two I now own. Well, actually three, I forgot about the compound miter saw I bought several years ago. I have been using tools since my first job while still in high school 35 years ago. I have worn out many Craftsman tools and some better ones. I don't think I will ever wear out these Bosch tools. But, I don't think I will ever buy another Craftsman tool. Their quality has steadily declined over the years while the German and Swiss branded tools have improved. Craftsman mechanic tools have a good guarantee, but the power tools are only for a year and they always seem to wear out a few weeks after that. If you only use the tool around the home once or twice a year then a lower quality tool may be good enough. But if you work with and depend on your tools every day then get the Bosch.

09-08-2009, 05:09 AM	#14 (permalink)
Larry Norton Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 14	I suggest the Porter Cable 890 series. A great router with variable speed and 1/4in and 1/2in. collets. Craftsman made some good power tools back in the '70's, but their quality has deteriorated to what I call, "Throw Away" tools. Their hand tools are still good.