I Bought A Router. I Think I Got A Good Deal!

[fjl]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=016&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=260100762006&rd=1&rd=1

The other day I bought a router at a hardware shop. Same one as show on the link except it was the 1617PK model. It was for 199.99 plus tax. Total it was $216.49

Later realizing there was even better model. The 1617EVSPK. The basic difference from the one I had already bought was the .25 extra horsepower and a soft start option. The kit that comes with the 1617PK says it comes with a template guide. Being the newb I was back when I bought it, I thought the template guide was the router guide shown on the ebay link. It wasn't. So basically I saw that ebay link and decided to return the router(it was opened but unused) and instead bought the ebay router. Not only was it cheaper by a few bucks, but it was the better model AND it came with the router guide for free! And to top it off, shipping was free! That router guide, if bought separately goes for about $45 bucks.

It's still in the process of being shipped to my house. Can't wait to get it! This was a good deal, yes? Or does anyone know where I could have gotten that router model and the router guide for cheaper?

[Fozzy The Bear]

This was a good deal, yes? Or does anyone know where I could have gotten that router model and the router guide for cheaper?

It was a great deal not just a good one..... That router is way more than powerful enough for cabinet building and it's a Bosch, so it'll last you a lifetime if you treat it well.

Good Score!!...... shame that they only ship to the USA otherwise I might have ordered one.

Best Regards,
Julian (Fozzy The Bear)

[fjl]

The only reason I went with the store model was because I wanted it RIGHT NOW. I knew I could save a few bucks buying it online but had to wait the long and and annoying shipping game. So desperateness got the better of me. Good thing I saw that deal. Sure I have to wait but who cares, I'm getting a much better deal. Now I just have to wait for it. 

EDIT:

Already got my tracking number. It's scheduled to be delivered on April 10th. That's a whole week from now!

[NiteWalker]

You got a good deal on that router. Usually the extra accessory kit is a bonus at certain times of the year or when they have excess. That's the same kit I got. I love it. I do like the Dewalt DW618PK kit a bit more, but the extra accessories make that one the better deal right now.

You did good.
 

[fjl]

Why do you like the Dewalt router better? I only got the Bosch router cause Amazon voted it as current best router. Actually someone on this forum mentioned that and linked me to it. Up to this point, all my other tools that I've bought have been of the DeWalt brand. I was thinking of getting a DeWalt router as well to add to the collection but decided to go with what was currently voted as the top choice. So is this DeWalt router better? What does it have that the Bosch model doesn't?

[NiteWalker]

There's a few reasons. The first being the cord. On the dewalt kit it detaches from the body of the router. Very useful when changing bits and underrated until you actually change bits 15 or so times in one day.

It also comes with clear sub-bases that are sized for porter cable style bushings. These are very common and cheap. There is also an extra wide opening sub-base included too (2 1/2" opening I think).

The motor is shorter on the dewalt. This makes is more stable during use because of the lower center of gravity. It's not much taller on the Bosch at all though.

The handles are a bit more comfortable on the dewalt kit. They're rubber coated so your hands won't slip.

The plunge base is where the dewalt kit really shines. The plunging action is smoother, the dust collection is way better and it feels a bit more balanced.

The dewalt kit includes a very nice centering cone for centering the sub-base. Useful when using template guide bushings.

That about covers it. The bosch is a very nice kit too, so don't think you got the lesser of the two. I still have and love my bosch kit, it's just no longer my favorite. In fact, with the included accessories I'd likely grab the bosch at that price. I grabbed my dewalt kits when they were $150 each.

You'd be happy with either. You won't be disappointed with the Bosch kit.

[ChadTower]

There's a few reasons. The first being the cord. On the dewalt kit it detaches from the body of the router. Very useful when changing bits and underrated until you actually change bits 15 or so times in one day.

I unplug whatever tool I'm using if I walk more than 5' away from it.  When I'm working my kids are usually in the area.  It would be good to be able to unplug right from the tool instead of on the floor.

[sodapopinski]

Dewalt has sponsored our shop at school. I dislike all of dewalt's tools with the exception of their router and accessories.

[ChadTower]

That's cool.  We had nothing like that at our high school.

[sodapopinski]

That's cool.  We had nothing like that at our high school

amusing, you may have noticed I'm 25. If I were still to be in high school it would be sad. I'm a carpenter and I go to a technical school.

[ChadTower]

How could I have possibly noticed you are 25?

[sodapopinski]

How could I have possibly noticed you are 25?

well, I've mentioned in the past my career. Aside from that you're the first to make a joke.

[fjl]

I grabbed my dewalt kits when they were $150 each.

Wow, nice. Who sold it for that price?

[NiteWalker]

Amazon.com. 
Sometimes they have sales that last literally for minutes.

I barely ever pay for anything at full retail anymore. You just have to be patient and wait for the good sales.
 

[fjl]

I've already been waiting a whole week. I should finally get my router tommorrow.