Power Tools Reviews
Hitachi KM12VC 11 Amp 2-1/4 Horsepower Plunge and Fixed Base Variable Speed Router Kit with 1/4-Inch and 1/2-Inch Collets
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 Can't be beat for the price I know there are many Bosch salesman working this particular item, but I own both, and while the Bosch has the name and is a slightly better router if you are just starting out you CAN... NOT buy a better router for the price.  Yep, spend more, get the Bosch This is a good router. But the Bosch 1617 is better. Some of the fit and finish is cheap, and it is made in China and it shows. Overall, solid Hitachi design, but the Bosch is a simply better design. You won't go wrong with this, but there is better. There seems to be a lot of grease in the collet that is not needed. Ergonomics are good. The mechanics are a little cumbersome. You can do better. Great Router... I'll have to concur with the other reviewers here in that this is a great router. My only gripe is the fact that you can't find an Edge Guide for this thing. I have a few jigs that I've made for use with a router, but the edge guide would be a nice item to compliment this machine and it seems to be non-existent. Hitachi could at least make a suggestion as to another manufacturers edge guide that might work. Otherwise, I guess I'll be making my own. This Router Rocks!! From the the plunge base to all the template guides this router Rocks. It's easy to set up, has plenty of power. It loads in the case without having to break down your setup and looks cool too. And the price can't be beat. | |||||||||
