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Bosch PR20EVS Colt 1.0 HP 5.6 Amp Variable-Speed Corded Palm Router

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Amazon.com has Bosch PR20EVS Colt 1.0 HP 5.6 Amp Variable-Speed Corded Palm Router on sale for $79 > $78.84 > now $79. Shipping is free.

Lowes.com has Bosch PR20EVS Colt 1.0 HP 5.6 Amp Variable-Speed Corded Palm Router on sale for $79 (price in cart). Shipping is free or select free store pickup where stock permits.

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Features:
  • Powerful 5.6 Amp motor – produces 1.0-hp max. and 16,000 to 35,000 RPM
  • Rugged aluminum fixed base — durable, solid and precise
  • Fast and precise depth adjustment system — allows both macro and micro adjustment
  • Unique finger support pockets — for additional stability, especially when trimming edges
  • Enhanced bit capacity — fixed base accepts bits up to 1-5/16 In. in diameter
  • Soft-start circuitry — reduces start-up torque
  • Constant Response circuitry — monitors and maintains speed under load for consistent performance
  • Versatile bit-changing system – fast, easy bit changes using two wrenches or spindle lock and one wrench
  • Quick-clamp system — allows motor to be easily adjusted or moved from base to base

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New to woodworking and literally stumbled across this. I am not sure how great the price is but it seems like a good deal.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Bosch-1-.../999928320
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Model: Bosch Colt 5.6 amps 1 HP Corded Palm Router Tool Only

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Price is pretty good.
Compact routers are great for a few tasks, like trimming laminate or breaking edges.
But if you want to do woodworking, this is probably not the first router you would want to get. Start with something more versatile.

Most of your routing you'll want to do with 1/2" shanked bits on a router where you can vary the speed to suit. This one won't do that.

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04-26-2022 at 12:47 PM.
04-26-2022 at 12:47 PM.
I forgot to search, apparently this has been the price for a while, repost from 6 weeks ago
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04-26-2022 at 01:00 PM.
04-26-2022 at 01:00 PM.
MWEBB11111 ... Not a bad deal, but I'd go with the 1-¼ hp colt if going with a Corded Bosch Trim Router. It's more than just the ¼ hp extra.

With that said, if you are on a cordless platform a cordless router is so much better. (And sadly, it seems Bosch will never release their cordless 18v router.)
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04-26-2022 at 02:25 PM.
04-26-2022 at 02:25 PM.
What's the best cordless router ? I like the Milwaukee one , a little pricey but good
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04-26-2022 at 02:31 PM.
04-26-2022 at 02:31 PM.
Quote from remyhennessy :
What's the best cordless router ? I like the Milwaukee one , a little pricey but good
The Milwaukee, Dewalt, and Metabo are all good, just depends on who has the best deal or your battery platform
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04-26-2022 at 02:49 PM.

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04-26-2022 at 02:49 PM.
Price is pretty good.
Compact routers are great for a few tasks, like trimming laminate or breaking edges.
But if you want to do woodworking, this is probably not the first router you would want to get. Start with something more versatile.

Most of your routing you'll want to do with 1/2" shanked bits on a router where you can vary the speed to suit. This one won't do that.
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04-26-2022 at 03:04 PM.
04-26-2022 at 03:04 PM.
Quote from IncompletePerfect :
MWEBB11111 ... Not a bad deal, but I'd go with the 1-¼ hp colt if going with a Corded Bosch Trim Router. It's more than just the ¼ hp extra.

With that said, if you are on a cordless platform a cordless router is so much better. (And sadly, it seems Bosch will never release their cordless 18v router.)

What else is extra besides the 1/4hp ?
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04-26-2022 at 03:04 PM.
04-26-2022 at 03:04 PM.
Quote from wlderdude :
Price is pretty good.
Compact routers are great for a few tasks, like trimming laminate or breaking edges.
But if you want to do woodworking, this is probably not the first router you would want to get. Start with something more versatile.

Most of your routing you'll want to do with 1/2" shanked bits on a router where you can vary the speed to suit. This one won't do that.

Agreed, even running the router along a straight edge is a common task that is harder with the square base on this model as opposed to a rounded base. You would think the square edges make it easier to follow the straight edge, but it doesn't.
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Quote from wlderdude :
Price is pretty good.
Compact routers are great for a few tasks, like trimming laminate or breaking edges.
But if you want to do woodworking, this is probably not the first router you would want to get. Start with something more versatile.

Most of your routing you'll want to do with 1/2" shanked bits on a router where you can vary the speed to suit. This one won't do that.

This one does appear to vary speed so it's actually better priced than expected?
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04-26-2022 at 03:15 PM.
04-26-2022 at 03:15 PM.
Quote from remyhennessy :
What's the best cordless router ? I like the Milwaukee one , a little pricey but good
Most people would say that the DeWalt is the best followed by the Makita.
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04-26-2022 at 03:34 PM.
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Quote from Evann89581 :
Most people would say that the DeWalt is the best followed by the Makita.

The Makita has the benefit of sharing batteries with the Makita track saw, usually considered almost as good as the Festool track saw, sometimes ranked above.
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04-26-2022 at 04:51 PM.
04-26-2022 at 04:51 PM.
Quote from ed310 :
What else is extra besides the 1/4hp ?
IMO the depth adjustment on the PR20EVS is so bad that I consider it defective. It is difficult to dial in and then lock into place accurately, and the lock does not hold while being used. In short, the depth adjustment is just not accurate. In contrast, the new GKF125CEN has the best depth adjustment that I've used.

The new model also has LED lighting which is surprisingly useful, if only to make sure that I know that the router is unplugged before making a bit change. I know the price for the PR20EVS is very low, but I personally can't recommend this model at any price.
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Quote from Jackboot :
IMO the depth adjustment on the PR20EVS is so bad that I consider it defective. It is difficult to dial in and then lock into place accurately, and the lock does not hold while being used. In short, the depth adjustment is just not accurate. In contrast, the new GKF125CEN has the best depth adjustment that I've used.

The new model also has LED lighting which is surprisingly useful, if only to make sure that I know that the router is unplugged before making a bit change. I know the price for the PR20EVS is very low, but I personally can't recommend this model at any price.
Could grab on Refurb from CPO for a nice price. Ive bought several tools from CPO refurb and they have all been perfect. https://www.cpooutlets.com/factor...zkQAvD_BwE Use promo welcome for free shipping
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