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Basic router and works fine as all Makita products do. It is lacking a micro spindle to make small depth adjustments. The grip handle ads a nice operating convience. Overall good machine, but the lack of a good micro adjustment keeps it rated in the basic but good arena.
I originally tried the Makita 1101 plunge router but found the balance and plunge action just ok. It is incredibly well balanced, easy to turn on/off, and has a smooth, powerful, and relatively quite motor. Turning the power switch on/off is also difficult and dangerous (not unlike many of the other router out there with the switch mounter on top). The Makita D-handle is truely awesome. Also, can't say enough about Amazon's service. I have bought many expensive items from them and have always been 100% satisfied.
I haven't used a router since woodshop in school. This one works just fine. I like the D-Handle.
I chose the Makita over the Bosch because I could use my PC accessories with it. Even my wife commented on the diminished decibels - she claims the noise from the PC sent shivers up her spine above all other tools including my portable planer.I have received years of dependable service from my PC. I have owned the Makita for about 3 years. I am a hobbyist and have used it on many projects thus far, including a full set of kitchen cabinets with 31 doors. And as another reviewer stated, its just much nicer to use. I have not been disappointed. You can easily hear the bit cutting the wood over the sound of the motor.
Small things stand out vs. I needed a router with more HP and variable speed to compliment my PC 690 kit. That said, the workmanship of the Makita excels over the PC. It has been a reliable performer. It is super smooth and very quiet. the PC such as the machining of the collets, quality of collet wrenches and powercord, etc. I always reach for it first.
This D handle router is very easy to operate and adjust. The ablity to route with one hand if necessary makes this a great little router, also it has the power to help you pull through the routing. This router is worth it and you won't be dis-satisfied.
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