xafier Posted September 7, 2004 Report Share Posted September 7, 2004 Hey I need a bit of advice with buying a router, yes I know theres been lots of topics on them, and I've read most of them, but I need a little help picking between these two: http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/pro.js...=60100&id=54737 and http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/pro.js...=60100&id=72251 The first one has more power, but I've not heard of that brand before... but the 2nd one seems to have guides that would probably be really helpful... I dont know much about routers, and I only want a basic/mid-range one as I only plan to make a few guitars as and when I feel, not go into production or anything... plus my dad is getting into wood working so he's agreed to go halve's on buying a router 1.3kw is plenty enough right? I know I read that less than 1kw isnt powerful enough, but 1.3 is close to that... thanks, I feel dumb when it comes to buying tools also going to get a 10" spokeshave from there and also maybe a 65mm hand rasp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
litchfield Posted September 7, 2004 Report Share Posted September 7, 2004 The first one is a Makita knock off. No clue on quality. Looks like it may be made by the people who made Wes's The Bosch is bottom of the line, and would work. http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/pro.js...=61737&id=11851 http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/pro.js...=61737&id=81228 Those will be fine also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xafier Posted September 7, 2004 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2004 yeah I saw those Makita ones (will be running off 240v btw) but they're under 1kw and I thought you needed more than 1kw for a router? or thats what I read anyways... which would be better the Makita or the Bosch? you said the bosch was bottom of the line so, dont Bosch make good routers? I know they make some nice hand drills and other stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krazyderek Posted September 7, 2004 Report Share Posted September 7, 2004 there is a noticable different when using a more powerfull router, if your dad plans to use it aswell i'd suggest you guys bite the bullet and get something medium to high end, the reason is the percision with which the router will be made and operate, you can get a 3hp router for under 100$ here fine and dandy but it'll be all giggly, hard to fine tune and adjust, where as a 200$ router is just made better. What you're looking for is an edge guide, a router that supports both 1/4" and 1/2" collets, and at least 1-3/4hp I think the freud is the best deal on that site.. http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/pro.js...=67333&id=17864 Also see if you can look into porter cable, if they're available in your country, i keep hearing great things about their routers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xafier Posted September 7, 2004 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2004 yeah that ones not bad, but I still have a price budget as I'm a poor student, and I dont know what sort of work my dad plans on doing with it, nothing heavy duty I don't think... just found this on another site: http://www.axminster.co.uk/default.asp?part=AW127R looks quite good to me also... shame you cant go to these places and try them out like you would a guitar before buying it... lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
litchfield Posted September 8, 2004 Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 (edited) what is the budget? That axminister one looks pretty good. I dont know how to convert HP to Watts tho.This is an economically priced medium duty router suitable for home and light trade use. It has all the features found in more expensive machines and will serve well for those users who have some need to use large diameter cutters, although not in a trade or industrial environment. Supplied with 1/4" and 1/2" collets, side fence, 1 1/2" diameter guide bush, adaptor so that the BGB range of guide bushes in the "Jigs & Accessories Hardware" section can be used and a moulded storage case. Adaptors for fitting 8mm and 3/8" collets are listed below. Looks good to me. Derek is more of a router guru than myself. Wait for his opinion. Edited September 8, 2004 by litchfield Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdw3332 Posted September 9, 2004 Report Share Posted September 9, 2004 The Axmimister looks like the best deal to me. The one thing I would get for sure is the 1/4 and 1/2" collets. Some of the bigger bits have 1/2" shanks. Another handy thing is to have variable speeds. If you buy one without, you can buy a speed controller for about $25 US. I have one and it works great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerryL Posted September 12, 2004 Report Share Posted September 12, 2004 There's a Bosch Router on the website you visited that sounds like the best value for money. Bosch Router ScrewFix Have a look and see what you think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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