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Dec 6, 2021 5:09 AM

Amazon.com: Bosch GKF125CEN Colt 1.25 HP (Max) Variable-Speed Palm Router Tool : Everything Else $99.00

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Amazon has the 1¼hp Bosch colt on sale for $99 (after coupon discount of -$13.99).

This is arguably, the best corded palm router out there. I prefer them for many tasks over the top-heavy and just plain heavy-heavy cordless routers in the market . Plus, Bosch has made its name as the best in value for a router.

Hopefully, Bosch gives us the long awaited cordless router soon. Until then, you will be hard pressed to find a better compact router out there.

May your bits stay cool, and your carbide, hard!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AX4A...VVQYC082YP
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Amazon has the 1¼hp Bosch colt on sale for $99 (after coupon discount of -$13.99).

This is arguably, the best corded palm router out there. I prefer them for many tasks over the top-heavy and just plain heavy-heavy cordless routers in the market . Plus, Bosch has made its name as the best in value for a router.

Hopefully, Bosch gives us the long awaited cordless router soon. Until then, you will be hard pressed to find a better compact router out there.

May your bits stay cool, and your carbide, hard!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AX4A...VVQYC082YP

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Dec 6, 2021 2:35 PM
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EnsuingRequiemDec 6, 2021 2:35 PM
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According to the 3Cs, pretty much the lowest price (bar any similar coupon deal)
Dec 6, 2021 2:59 PM
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Dec 6, 2021 3:17 PM
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JMack22Dec 6, 2021 3:17 PM
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Quote from panthrpants View quoted comment :
I've got news for you: Bosch released a cordless 12v compact router two years ago.
That router is severely underpowered for anything substantial. It's more for small intricate detail. It has no use for me
Dec 6, 2021 4:17 PM
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Ven0m84Dec 6, 2021 4:17 PM
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Can any one recommend this to work on live edge wood ?, I am a beginner and planning to use this as a planer as well with the right attachment.
Dec 6, 2021 4:26 PM
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litesaber53yi4Dec 6, 2021 4:26 PM
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Quote from natheer View quoted comment :
Can any one recommend this to work on live edge wood ?, I am a beginner and planning to use this as a planer as well with the right attachment.
Very underpowered to use as a planner. Minimum you would need one of the bigger boys like the 2.25 or 3HP varieties
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Dec 6, 2021 5:00 PM
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cdmccDec 6, 2021 5:00 PM
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Quote from natheer View quoted comment :
Can any one recommend this to work on live edge wood ?, I am a beginner and planning to use this as a planer as well with the right attachment.
Agree with Litesaber, this is the one you want: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00005RHPD
You need something adequately powered with the ability to take a 1/2" shank and a plunge base. All the majors make similar models but this is a great one with the $20 off coupon. Don't skimp on the bit either.
Last edited by cdmcc December 6, 2021 at 09:11 AM.
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Dec 6, 2021 5:01 PM
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HulaH00pDec 6, 2021 5:01 PM
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How is this marginally better than the 1hp model besides the obvious RPM uptick?

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Dec 6, 2021 5:08 PM
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cdmccDec 6, 2021 5:08 PM
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Quote from space_mtn View quoted comment :
How is this marginally better than the 1hp model besides the obvious RPM uptick?
I have the 1hp version and the one thing I don't like about it is how you adjust the depth. It's not that it's bad...just that it can take a couple tries to lock in the desired depth. While I can't confirm it hands-on, it looks like Bosch addressed that on the new version.
Dec 6, 2021 5:15 PM
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MattB6434Dec 6, 2021 5:15 PM
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Prices shows as $113 now.

Edit: I'm an idiot.
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Dec 6, 2021 5:29 PM
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IgnatzDec 6, 2021 5:29 PM
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Quote from panthrpants View quoted comment :
I've got news for you: Bosch released a cordless 12v compact router two years ago.
And your point is...
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Dec 6, 2021 5:31 PM
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litesaber53yi4Dec 6, 2021 5:31 PM
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Quote from cdmcc View quoted comment :
Agree with Litesaber, this is the one you want: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00005RHPD
You need something adequately powered with the ability to take a 1/2" shank and a plunge base. All the majors make similar models but this is a great one with the $20 off coupon. Don't skimp on the bit either.
I have both this one and the "new" one that has the hand triggers. Both are amazing.
Dec 6, 2021 5:40 PM
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ahhbeemoDec 6, 2021 5:40 PM
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Quote from Ignatz View quoted comment :
And your point is...

I am assuming he is responding to OP's statement "Hopefully, Bosch gives us the long awaited cordless router soon."
Dec 6, 2021 5:47 PM
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cdmccDec 6, 2021 5:47 PM
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Quote from litesaber53yi4 View quoted comment :
I have both this one and the "new" one that has the hand triggers. Both are amazing.
Yeah, you're right, the hand trigger would probably be a nice upgrade for flattening. It's a bit more expensive but flattening large material could be tedious so the increased ergonomics and ease of use would probably go a long way.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch...ER1IzlESg0
Dec 6, 2021 6:04 PM
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panthrpantsDec 6, 2021 6:04 PM
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Quote from GreenGoat263 View quoted comment :
That router is severely underpowered for anything substantial. It's more for small intricate detail. It has no use for me
Quote from Ignatz View quoted comment :
And your point is...
I was merely responding to this statement by the OP, not advocating it as an alternative:
Quote from IncompletePerfect View quoted comment :
Hopefully, Bosch gives us the long awaited cordless router soon.

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Dec 6, 2021 7:09 PM
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scam_likelyDec 6, 2021 7:09 PM
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Is there a plunge base that can be paired with this model?

Edit: Ah nvm. I see there is. But quite a bit more expensive than the one for the Dewalt 611.
Last edited by scam_likely December 6, 2021 at 02:32 PM.

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