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This router uses a flimpsy mechanism to mount/unmount bits. You have to push a sliding plate over the axle to fix its position, so you can tighten/untighten the nut that fixes bits. After a while, this sliding plate will no longer grip the axle, because (a) the axle steel quality is inferior, and (b) the sliding plate steel quality is inferior.You will end up with a rounded/worn axle which axle the sliding plate can no longer fixate. Time to buy a new one.Please spend $50 more and have a router that will last a lifetime instead of a toy that wears out after 20 bit changes.
The 2 hp Skil 1820 Plunge Router is an ideal Machine for ocassinial home use and works as expected for a 1/4 in shank router. The only drawback is the fine depth adjustment. It is very difficult to adjust a precise dept of cut. Also it would be nice to have incorporated a two step adjustment for deep cuts so a rough cut can be made and then followed up with a final depth
For the money,this is a good buy.However, the quality and workmanship of the router are marginal at best.But it works ok.I don't believe it will hold up over the long haul(however long a haul is).
I thought that this was a bargain for the price I paid. I am an amateur woodworker and it does the job for me. It does everything that I could want. It seems to have all the power and functions of an expensive router. Great starter router. I would recommend this router to anyone.
I am completely satisfied with the router. It arrived in excellent condition and is a welcome addition to my shop.
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