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expiredn0p posted Oct 11, 2022 07:54 AM
expiredn0p posted Oct 11, 2022 07:54 AM

BOSCH PR20EVS Router Tool, Colt 1-Horsepower 5.6 Amp Electronic Variable-Speed Palm Router, Prime Exclusive Deal $69.29

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Exclusive for Amazon Prime members. There was a frontpage deal for $79 a few months ago, now you can get it for about $10 cheaper than that.
The next best price is $129 for this tool.
  • PR20EVS Colt Palm Router features a 1.0 Horse Power 5.6 amp variable speed motor with speeds from 16,000 to 35,000 RPM
  • CONVENIENT: Provides a straight edge guide to lead router along edges of work piece or up to 3-5/8 inch from edge; The wood router also features an angled cord exit to keep the cord out of the way when working
  • DURABLE: The rugged aluminum fixed base of the wood router is durable, solid and precise; The PR20EVS features unique finger support pockets for additional stability, especially when trimming edges
  • PRECISION: The fast and precise depth adjustment system allows both macro and micro adjustment while the quick clamp system allows motor to be easily adjusted or moved from base to base
  • VERSATILE: The PR20EVS provides enhanced bit capacity with a fixed base that accepts bits up to 1 5/16 inch in diameter; Versatile bit changing system allows for fast, easy bit changes using two wrenches or spindle lock and one wrench

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0J08MF
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Exclusive for Amazon Prime members. There was a frontpage deal for $79 a few months ago, now you can get it for about $10 cheaper than that.
The next best price is $129 for this tool.
  • PR20EVS Colt Palm Router features a 1.0 Horse Power 5.6 amp variable speed motor with speeds from 16,000 to 35,000 RPM
  • CONVENIENT: Provides a straight edge guide to lead router along edges of work piece or up to 3-5/8 inch from edge; The wood router also features an angled cord exit to keep the cord out of the way when working
  • DURABLE: The rugged aluminum fixed base of the wood router is durable, solid and precise; The PR20EVS features unique finger support pockets for additional stability, especially when trimming edges
  • PRECISION: The fast and precise depth adjustment system allows both macro and micro adjustment while the quick clamp system allows motor to be easily adjusted or moved from base to base
  • VERSATILE: The PR20EVS provides enhanced bit capacity with a fixed base that accepts bits up to 1 5/16 inch in diameter; Versatile bit changing system allows for fast, easy bit changes using two wrenches or spindle lock and one wrench

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0J08MF

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Oct 11, 2022 07:54 AM
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SplendidHome1945Oct 11, 2022 07:54 AM
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any plunge router deals?
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Oct 11, 2022 08:06 AM
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n0p
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Oct 11, 2022 08:06 AM
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Quote from SplendidHome1945 :
any plunge router deals?
This is the only one that shows up in the search results for the Prime sale:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002LASDGU
for $183.54
Oct 11, 2022 01:28 PM
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thisismattOct 11, 2022 01:28 PM
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Unless you just need to set up a router one time with a round over or fixed position bit, you couldn't pay me to use this router. The compact DeWalt is a much better setup. The only redeeming factor for the Bosch is the availability of different specialty bases
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Oct 11, 2022 01:49 PM
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UkeDogOct 11, 2022 01:49 PM
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Amazingly efficient motor here, to deliver 1hp at 5.6A and 120Vac!
Such as would be only possible with a power factor greater than 1.
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Oct 11, 2022 01:50 PM
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Oct 11, 2022 01:50 PM
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Quote from thisismatt :
Unless you just need to set up a router one time with a round over or fixed position bit, you couldn't pay me to use this router. The compact DeWalt is a much better setup. The only redeeming factor for the Bosch is the availability of different specialty bases
I heard the Makita was also one of the best option for palm routers. But that and the DeWalt is twice as much. Bosh makes some of the best full size routers so I would think this would be perfect for someone on a tight budget.
Oct 11, 2022 03:36 PM
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PorgyOct 11, 2022 03:36 PM
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Quote from thisismatt :
Unless you just need to set up a router one time with a round over or fixed position bit, you couldn't pay me to use this router. The compact DeWalt is a much better setup. The only redeeming factor for the Bosch is the availability of different specialty bases
I wouldn't call that a fair comparison. This is the lighter 1hp trim and laminate router. Bosch has a 1.25hp version that goes head to head with the Dewalt. Look up GKF125CEN. I have one and they are great. The Dewalt is great too.

That being said if you are in the market for a small lightweight trim router for quick roundovers/chamfers or veneer trimming etc I would grab whichever is on your battery platform rather than these corded models. For that kind of work dealing with a cord can be infuriating.
Oct 11, 2022 06:56 PM
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BitORealPantherOct 11, 2022 06:56 PM
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Quote from n0p :
This is the only one that shows up in the search results for the Prime sale:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002LASDGU
for $183.54
Any reason to not spend the extra $15 and get a 1617EVSPK over the MRP23EVS?

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Oct 11, 2022 10:30 PM
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thisismattOct 11, 2022 10:30 PM
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Quote from rolfeskj :
I heard the Makita was also one of the best option for palm routers. But that and the DeWalt is twice as much. Bosh makes some of the best full size routers so I would think this would be perfect for someone on a tight budget.
I've owned 3, they...suck. The height adjustment is terrible, the base doesn't necessarily lock down square, the arbor lock strips out, etc. The makita is very smooth, I will give it that. However, some genius at makita decided to make the plunge lock backwards from every other plunge base ever created, and it's pretty stupid.
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Oct 11, 2022 10:32 PM
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thisismattOct 11, 2022 10:32 PM
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Quote from Porgy :
I wouldn't call that a fair comparison. This is the lighter 1hp trim and laminate router. Bosch has a 1.25hp version that goes head to head with the Dewalt. Look up GKF125CEN. I have one and they are great. The Dewalt is great too.

That being said if you are in the market for a small lightweight trim router for quick roundovers/chamfers or veneer trimming etc I would grab whichever is on your battery platform rather than these corded models. For that kind of work dealing with a cord can be infuriating.
For a long time it was the only comparison. I haven't used the Bosch 1.25HP version, but I wasn't really comparing the power when saying the Colt sucks. I will say the Dewalts are not particularly smooth running.
Oct 12, 2022 03:17 PM
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PorgyOct 12, 2022 03:17 PM
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Quote from BitORealPanther :
Any reason to not spend the extra $15 and get a 1617EVSPK over the MRP23EVS?
This will come down to how you will be using it. I don't own the MRP23 but I do have the 1617. The MRP23 is more powerful with a 15 amp motor and I really like the power switches on the grips however it is a bit heavier as well. The 1617 is compatible with my jessem lift in my table (I dont think the MRP23 is as its not listed as supported via their site). For the majority of hand work that can't go on my table I use my metabo 18v router and the remaining situations I take the 1617 motor out. Im considering purchasing the MRP23 for the hand work so I don't have to keep swapping out the 1617 from my lift and I want the extra heft and power for those specific scenarios.

I guess it comes down to a) will this be your only router and b) will it need to fit in a lift. If the answer is yes to both definitely go with the 1617. If you have a smaller 1.25hp trim router and you wont need lift compatibility then consider the MRP23

Hope this helps.

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