Router recomendation please.

If you are wanting to fit kitchen worktops you will need a 1/2" router with 1600W power or higher. I have a Trend T10 which I brought second hand and performs well. I also have a Dewalt 621K (1/4 ") - but hasn't been used now for a long time. Much lighter than the 1/2" ones good for doing light to medium work.

 

If you can buy a second hand De Walt 625 you won't go far wrong.

 

The DW625 is very similar to the Trend T10 if not manufactured by in the same factory. Haven t used Makita tools until recently when I brought a new cordless drill and impact wrench. They are very good.


DeWalt 625 Trend T10

 

It is an old Elu design which must have run out of patent, DeWalt bought Elu and I think CMT make a similar model, bullet proof. The only thing that goes wrong is that the handles break if you drop it cos it's heavy.

 

The 621 is a good router also but only 1/4" as you say. I like DeWalt routers and mitre saws but it seems to be mainly from companies they have bought rather than developed themselves.

 

My Trend T10 is a 110v version. I only have a 2.2kVA transformer so am not getting the full power. It requires a continuous rated transformer of 5kVA (32A). I think after I have done my kitchen worktops I will list it. Did get it at a good price though and was in really good condition.

 

I have an old Bosch circular saw..DIY one I believe, but Swiss manufacture. Still going strong after 30 years. I really don't think that modern tools are meant to last.