A woodworking router is one of the basic woodworking tools I’d recommend for beginners to DIY and woodworking. This single woodworking tool allows you to build almost anything. What is the best router for beginner woodworkers? I think it is the DeWalt DW618 with the plunge and fixed base. Amazon and other affiliate links are used in this description and they help support this channel.
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Hello, I am new to routing and it has bee a very long time since I have done any wood work.I am building a chair and have the blueprints. I need to use a 3/4 round over bit on the top of the arms. then everywhere else a 1/4 round over bit. on another part I need to use a 1/2 inch straight bit so that I can slide a piece of 1/2 plywood into. My question is on when to use the fixed base vs when to use the plunge base? Can the plunge base do most of what I need to do? I bought this Dewalt router kit and the router fence to fit it. I am now to the point to use the router. I was reading the pamphlet it came with but I was getting confused. I like this video it did help. the 2 gauges that you showed near the end, can I get them at Lowes or Home Depot? Hoping to hear back from you soon. Thank you
Which do think is better for a beginner wood worker the this corded router or the cordless Dewalt router w./ optional plunge base? Also been thinking about the cordless Dewalt XR jigsaw or corded Bosch with barrel handle. BTW – I'm also an Arkie (Go Hogs!) from Van Buren. Thanks and God Bless!
How does this compare with the Bosch router, the one with the wooden handles?
Question for the expert (you): Would I be able to use my existing 1/8" shank Dremel bits, with a 1/4-1/8" adapter, with my router (DeWALT DWP611)?
I heard this model had a defect with the magnets that controls the variable speed.
Matt, what are the best router cutters for the router DW216 and more information for CNC. Thanks Matt
UMPF .. lol . Nice video
Is this Dewalt better than the Bosch 1617? I would love to hear opinions from someone who is used both.
I got the DeWalt 618B kit for Christmas last year. (My wife is AWESOME!) It comes with the fixed & plunge bases here plus a D-handle fixed base. I really prefer the D-handle base as it's much more comfortable and I feel I can get better control with the D-handle, plus it has a trigger switch built into the handle for easy on/off switching. I leave the 1/2" collet in to go with the 1/2" shank bit set she also got me. (Did I mention how awesome my wife is?) Just need to get a small cordless 1/4" collet router for the light duty trim work and the edge guide and I'm set.
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Do the depth gauge measure in metric or only imperial?
I just ordered this same router yesterday and never before seen this video, irony. Anyways, I was looking through your channel to find a “How To” on Dovetail joints. I was excited for my Router to be ordered until I seen all of these Jigs and expensive things to do a Dovetail. Can you make a video explaining how to do a Dovetail Joint, or make an Easy and Cheap Jig for it, and how it’s used? Thanks in advance!
My brother in Christ: another video with lots of great info!
I am currently shopping for a router and your video is a big help.
Thanks again!
I bought this router set based on this video but have yet to use it. I was going to buy the comparable bosch set but after looking at different reviews for it and watching your video for the dewalt decided that the dewalt is much better.
Sorry about the thread drift Matt, but do you have any affiliate recommendations on bulk dowels?
I just found this router at Northern Tools for $137! The manager said folks don't think of Northern when buying woodworking tools, so they're closing them out.
What is that mic? Great sound clarity.
TAMAR AT 3X3 CCUSTOM JUST CAME OUT WITH A 6 IN 1 ROUTER JIG THAT SHE HAD MADE FOR HER AND IS MARKETING. IT IS A NO BRAINER FOR MOST WOODWORKERS. I MADE THE JIG, BUT IF SHE WAS SELLING THE MANUFACTURED VERSION, I WOULD HAVE BOUGHT IT IN A MINUTE. IT DOES SO MANY THING. PRICE IS $69. A BARGAIN. JUST BUY ONE> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAVT65WeCBE
dealt is a crap tool bottom line.
??? Another great video! Thanks Matt!