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Routers, cheap=junk ?

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Grasshopper:
FWIW, I've got exactly the same model but in red. They sell for about

AceTKK:
I would never cheap out on a potentially dangerous tool like a router.  Something like a wrench or hammer is one thing, if it breaks you're only out a few bucks.  A router has the potential to do a lot of bodily damage if it malfunctions.  For what it's worth I have a very nice Porter Cable for sale right now in the FS/T forums.

leapinlew:

--- Quote from: AceTKK on August 05, 2006, 06:10:59 pm ---I would never cheap out on a potentially dangerous tool like a router.  Something like a wrench or hammer is one thing, if it breaks you're only out a few bucks.  A router has the potential to do a lot of bodily damage if it malfunctions.  For what it's worth I have a very nice Porter Cable for sale right now in the FS/T forums.

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I believe it's ok to cheap out as long as you spend decent money on safety equipment. For example - I got my router on EBay for 20 bucks shipped. But! To make sure I (and my future unborn children) was safe, I bought this safety equipment:


Notice the extra armor where needed most.

Level42:
Wahahahaha, no way you needed THAT much space at the armor where you need it most  :laugh2: :laugh2: :laugh2:

Level42:
OK I thought about it and decided to leave it for now....Thanks for all your information guys, well appreceated!
I personaly think a good tool is worth the money. However I won't be needing it a lot. I don't think anyone I know has a router, but there might be one. Else I could maybe rent it at a DIY store.

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