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DEWALT 12-Amp 2-1/4-HP Router Fixed/Plunge Base Kit Expired

$193.70
$268.10
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MaxTool via Amazon has DEWALT 12-Amp 2-1/4-HP Router Fixed/Plunge Base Kit (DW618B3) on sale for $193.70. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member David30132 for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • DEWALT Three Base Router Kit with DW618M motor pack; DW6184 fixed base; DW6182 plunge base; DW6183 D-handle base; 1/4- and 1/2-inch collets; operating instructions
Features:
  • 2-1/4 HP (maximum motor HP), 12.0 amp electronic variable speed motor of DEWALT router provides the power to rout smoothly through the toughest hardwoods
  • DEWALT plunge router features electronic variable speed with full feedback control for constant speed under load from 8,000-24,000 rpm and soft start to reduce start-up torque for enhanced control
  • D-handle incorporates trigger switch with lock-on feature
  • Micro-fine depth adjustment ring provides precise depth adjustments in 1/64-inch increments and adjusts vertically for a constant switch/cordset location
  • Adjustable, tool-free steel motor cam lock makes depth adjustment and base changes quick and solid-locking
  • Integral, through-the-column dust collection collects 95% of the dust and provides superior bit visibility
  • Quick release motor latches for fast and easy motor pack removal for bit and base changes
  • Detachable cordset offers cordset serviceability and removes the need for a -inchshorty-inch cord motor pack
  • Precision machined brass bushings and case-hardened steel guide rods provide a smooth and accurate plunge stroke
  • Spindle lock button allows for single-wrench bit changes
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Edited February 19, 2022 at 10:07 AM by
A great price on a great router set. Includes plunge base, fixed base, D-handle, and hard case.

This price is from MaxTool. Alternatively, it's available direct from Amazon for $202.65


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000CCXU3
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HonestPlastic358
02-19-2022 at 11:50 AM.
02-19-2022 at 11:50 AM.
This is a corded unit, so you're not locked in the DeWalt battery eco-system. No reason to buy this one when you can get the same Bosch unit for ~$10 more from an authorized seller, and it's the best compact router among the popular brands.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/-/201453306875

Use coupon code: PREZDAY15

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BraveThread3191
02-19-2022 at 11:52 AM.
02-19-2022 at 11:52 AM.
Quote from IncompletePerfect :
Eghh... Dewalt has the worst routers out there amongst the Big Box Names. Bosch is still running the mid-size, and makita wins the full and compact sized. (Bosch takes 2nd in full size, and would take 1st in compact, but the idiots at Bosch don't seem to want to release their cordless palm router yet. It's been perfected for over a year now, after 5 years of prototype and testing. The people making decisions at Bosch NA are complete idiots. They have insanely innovative stuff that they've tested but they just don't release.)

Skill has the best bang for the buck , the horsepower the digital measuring 1/4 and 1/2 collet for 129$ it's almost unbeatable.
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pmft
02-19-2022 at 01:07 PM.
02-19-2022 at 01:07 PM.
Beginner here -- something like this sounds good, but is it? (Can use as plunge and fixed, with lots of accessories for less)

https://www.amazon.com/WEN-RT6033...07WDR7N3R/
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02-19-2022 at 01:31 PM.
02-19-2022 at 01:31 PM.
Quote from pmft :
Beginner here -- something like this sounds good, but is it? (Can use as plunge and fixed, with lots of accessories for less)

https://www.amazon.com/WEN-RT6033...07WDR7N3R/ [amazon.com]
I would avoid this because it cannot be used with templates guides. It appears to have a square opening.
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Tsyphon
02-19-2022 at 05:53 PM.
02-19-2022 at 05:53 PM.
Back to $254. I need to research Dewalt vs Bosch vs Milwaukee 2.25 HP when I get home to be better informed about these deals haha.
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02-19-2022 at 06:00 PM.
02-19-2022 at 06:00 PM.
Quote from Bluewhale123 :
Debating between this and the metabo fixed from lowes deal last week for 75ish…thinking if I end up needing the plunge base this might be a better deal.

If I remember correctly, the plunge base for the metabo is expensive and/or hard find, I think it at least doubles the price if you get both. Getting the metabo kit or the dewalt maybe a better buy imo
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