WATCH THIS before you buy a router! (A lot of stuff you may not know!)

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@StumpyNubs 3 жыл бұрын

@Bozo189 2 жыл бұрын

In my local store Vinkomprom, I have found a router that's about $60, with 1200w,plunge base, micro adjustment, 6/8mm for bits. Its from a brand Workers Best I allready have 2 of their tools that work fine for me, and there is another router thats 2x the price from black&decker that is the same but it weights 5.2kg, and the Workers Best router is 2.5kg. Witch one sould i buy. Im a beginer woodworker, and i have a tight budget Edit: both have adjustable speed

@jettalfonso9099 2 жыл бұрын

Instablaster...

@rtexman 2 жыл бұрын

Porter Cable doesn't seem to make routers anymore. Any other recommendations for a router lift motor for a Sawstop inline router table?

@micahleslie5195 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!! I had a feeling I shouldn't mess around when choosing router and you confirmed my suspicion. Giving me a recommendation is above and beyond! Dude I wish I could visit your shop. I wanna use that gigantic hand plane.

@richardchalmers5234 Жыл бұрын

I am going to purchase a router set with both bases, you recommend the BOSCH 1617EVSPK, I was originally going to go with this but now think I may go with the Bosch MRC23EVSK. I have researched the hell out of this but I am torn. Originally the 1617 was only $179 and the MRC23 was $299, then in a couple of days the 1617 went to $249. For 50 bucks you get LED's, more power and the power switch on the handle. I have a Hitachi M12V in a table, an old Craftsman 1.5HP with switch on the handle (30 years old on 3rd set of bearings), a Dewalt Trim router and a B&D Firestorm FS1200RP plunge (a copy of the dewalt DW621 with through the shaft dust collection). I know this video is 4 years old, but the MRC23 has been out since 2014 and Fine wood working recommends it. What do you think of the MRC23?

@reluchan 3 жыл бұрын

lol I was actually looking for info on network routers.. watched about half the video before realizing I had no idea what you're talking about

@andrewbrimmer1797 Жыл бұрын

Well I guess you were rerouted huh?😂

@420drwilldo Жыл бұрын

Don't feel bad I just did the same thing but uno reverse

@meta.aesthetica 10 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

@omarjcool 9 ай бұрын

Just keep watching so you can make a wooden shelf with a nice finish to place your router on an elevated position. Better WiFi ☝️😀

@milosgrujic9118 5 ай бұрын

@@omarjcoolHahah this is gold comment 😂😂

@whitneyranchproductions4637 2 жыл бұрын

You have a way of providing information that educates an old dog like me without making me feel dumb. I like that. Keep it up.

@alexrosenthal2887 2 жыл бұрын

possibly the most helpful speaker/teacher on youtube. every sentence has value and I learn so much in such a short period of time. you rock

@ReverendTed 3 жыл бұрын

A note to any beginning woodworkers who may get sticker shock from the links in the description: When a product is no longer directly available at retail, resellers often mark up remaining stock of specific formerly-popular items, sometimes to ridiculous prices. For instance, as of Jan 2021, the first link (to a Porter-Cable combo plunge\fixed router) is listed at over $600. You can probably get a good set for around $200.

@the_judge_8262 3 жыл бұрын

Why aren't all youtube videos like this 😭 Thank you guys 👍🏼

@21thTek Жыл бұрын

if you what to find real woodworking wisdom, here is the place. No mambo jambo , no competition against other youtubers, no brard new tools showing off, but sincer and deep profesional knowledge in Stumpy videos. A person that I respect and admire ! Great Job

@maverick4462 4 жыл бұрын

I dare say, this is hands down the most informative channel on woodworking tools and practices I have found to date. Thank you Sir.

@joebeach 4 жыл бұрын

“Left walnut “. I’m dying here. 🤣

@kellyquinn1934 3 жыл бұрын

I know that got me laughing to.

@CrowClouds 3 жыл бұрын

It's not that funny

@just1eeanne 2 жыл бұрын

Made me laugh too!

@ryananthony4840 2 жыл бұрын

Right!😂😂

@dannymeil3294 Жыл бұрын

I made the plunge today and I bought a Bosch 1617evs fixed base router 2.25 HP 12 amp motor. I now have 5. Two trim router’s corded and cordless and 3 larger corded ones 2 hp, 2.25 hp and 3.25 that’s a plunge router. So awesome

@garrywilling3711 Жыл бұрын

Easily the best router advice I've seen on YT

@21thTek Жыл бұрын

According to your marvelous video, I think we need at least 3 or four different routers in our workbench ( fixed, high power plunge, medium power plunge and trimmer )

@LucySloane 2 жыл бұрын

A very informative video indeed: no flannel, no extraneous self-aggrandisement, no irritating irrelevant background music, just the right pace and, to top it all, I can see from the positions of the levers on the lever caps of your stored metal planes that you have released the pressure on the blades. BTW, I’ve given away all my wooden-bodied moulding planes; I see you have many. The router has made them redundant, but I know they are a pleasure in their own right.

@henrysiegertsz8204 3 жыл бұрын

Got you on autoplay as I'm busy making Jewellery Boxes and listening along while I work. The disadvantage is I can't leave likes and comments between videos. Every single one is brilliant, I love your style and knowledge.

@LudwigSpiegel 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Stumpy! I do appreciate your time to educate us! I needed this advice....Thank you so very much!

@wrendellajoens3984 4 жыл бұрын

An enthusiastic "Thank you for this video!" to you!! It's exactly the information I need to make this decision.

@krissimon6637 3 жыл бұрын

This was exactly the information I was looking for and couldn't quite find from other videos. Thank you being thorough. I'm enjoying your other videos too!

@midwestagency7763 5 жыл бұрын

You're the man, Jim. Big thanks for getting into the details like the formula for getting an accurate power rating.

@LykMike 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing the research so that I don't have to man, much appreciated!

@mikemcguire7579 4 жыл бұрын

Hey man... just wanted to say I really appreciate your sharing your knowledge. I've been watching and learning a lot. Thanks!

@LearnItLiveItLoveItTheHavamal 5 жыл бұрын

Sold! I'm a subscriber. Spoken with true wisdom. From a Canadian carpenter to a fellow carpenter 👍

@rrvette7953 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I am in the market for a new router. Your information was very helpful.

@subron14 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad I watched this before buying my first router!

@bobd5119 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jim! Even after a year, very timely. I'm replacing two vintage 1/4" fixed-base one-speed routers with the spiffiest plunger I can afford.

@MichaelYugo Жыл бұрын

One of the best information videos on KZfaq. Thanks for this. Saved me a bunch of money and disappointment.

@maccardo01 5 жыл бұрын

Great video you seriously addressed all of the questions I had in a very clear and informative manor! Liked and now Subscribed. Keep up the great work!

@yeah7861 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! It is like pulling teeth to find good advice when starting something new and this had just the information I was searching for.

@DrPosion 2 жыл бұрын

James is amazing

@bobmcgrath1272 3 жыл бұрын

Looking for my first router. This was immensely helpful to me. Thank you!

@donalddean3314 5 жыл бұрын

Glad to see you more active on the net lately as you'er always very informative.

@Songwriter376 5 жыл бұрын

One of the best KZfaq channels I have found for wood working advice and safety.

@homeworkbenchmanager9645 3 жыл бұрын

Been 30 years since I used a router, my fathers Stanley with the big sliding power switch. Guessing '70's vintage in a metal case with door/jamb hinge kit. I remember that kick when powering on, hold on tight. I'm all for used tools on my budget. Brings to mind those selling they're used tools wanting new tool prices. You drove it off the lot and put 100k miles on it. So I took my Christmas gift cards and with your guidance took the plunge, went to Menards and bought a Bosch kit. Like you said a good router should last a long time. With the new features I love it already.

@Frednecksbored 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. I learn more from your videos than most others I see. Packed full of detailed information and spoken in a way even a beginner like me can understand. Thanks!

@Yawles 5 жыл бұрын

Another very informative hit! Well done, James. I find your delivery cadence and style easy to follow.

@garycrowley1 3 жыл бұрын

Jam-packed with useful information...as usual! Stumpy Nubs always delivers. Thanks.

@thefurious69 2 жыл бұрын

Your the man for what information you give. I know you don't do field testing in your videos, but I still learn. If I want to check out testing I look for those videos. Thanks

@Dbb27 3 жыл бұрын

Almost bought a router today and that little voice went off and said you don’t have a clue what you’re buying! So glad to watch your video. Thank you!

@stanleyshyeoh 4 жыл бұрын

I am new and looking for my first router. Your video has given me a lot to think about. Especially the bit about variable speed. TQ!

@skippylippy547 5 жыл бұрын

This video provides very useful information. I learned a lot. Thank you James.

@didiergeneste-samissoff5921 3 жыл бұрын

Clear, good sense and important to listen before buying. Thank you!

@alanbutler5210 2 жыл бұрын

Very good information and advice. Thank you for producing a quick, concise, and informative video clearing up the confusion and frustration that often accompanies the "weekend warrior's" various projects. Excellent video!

@robertmercer4413 5 жыл бұрын

This video was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!

@jessemeyle401 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great router video. As saving for a set of compact and regular you always give food for thought!

@aprilbaker6103 3 жыл бұрын

I dont know what I would do without you! I new to WW and you are my go to for everything so far! I am totally going to get that Bosch router!!

@jrbass62 4 жыл бұрын

Great Video! If I had this shop, I would stand there all day admiring the tools....

@d.sarming5148 4 жыл бұрын

I just came across your channel. Thank you so much for explaining the various routers this was so helpful.

@thomastieffenbacherdocsava1549 5 жыл бұрын

James, your getting specific. LOL! Have a cold one my friend you've earned it! Good additional info re: approved motor ratings.

@GTAHomeGuy 2 жыл бұрын

I am so glad I thought to search for a vid like this~ EXCELLENT and straightforward layout of insight. Really appreciate the assistance (guidance)!

@Chimpiin 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Completely changed my decision on what router to purchase while I'm starting up and it's all working out well. Thank you very much!

@timberrecycling 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for this video!! extremely thorough and good presentation, this was the only router video that answered all my questions. subscribed!!

@ryanwells405 3 жыл бұрын

Great router video, very informative, you remind me of my awesome woodworking teacher in high school, AND I love the backdrop, thank you for the no BS approach to tool selection. Keep up the superb work, cheers

@austinpatrick2682 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! This is exactly the information I needed and exactly when I needed it!

@mymatemartin 4 жыл бұрын

Simple, valuable advice born of experience. Great video. Thanks.

@sharondoherty5143 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this tutorial on routers and for clarifying HP on routers. Never thought about the versatility of 1/2" shaft vs 1/4", another great piece of information.

@BradsWorkbench 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for actually explaining the marketing bull tool companies put in their stats. More people need to understand this 👍🏼

@EveryDadDIY 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, Very well explained too. Only got a router recently and loving it so far.

@quizicalNine 4 жыл бұрын

This is the exact video I was hoping to find. Subed!!!

@atomp90 5 жыл бұрын

you're an awesome dude, thx for sharing a comprehensive explanation...

@tomjeffries58 3 жыл бұрын

I really like your advice and the fact you work with hand tools as well as power.

@HHHGeorge 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Stumpy Nubs for a really worthwhile video. The video's title clearly described the subject matter of the video. The video presenter was concise and knowledgeable on the topic and spoke in a clear "no-bulls**t, no-hype" manner. I am now subscribing to their videos and going to their website for more information.

2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are great learning source. Thank you for your dedication and for your sharing.

@CosmicCharlie 4 жыл бұрын

I'm fairly new to using a router but since I knew it's going to make a huge impact in my shop I went with your recommendation for the porter cable pk95. Maybe you could make a video of all the features and wheat you can do with it. It would help me a lot and I'm sure plenty of others. Either way thanks James I love the channel!

@semafooooo 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing... just amazing explained. Wish I have seen your channel years ago...

@brianshanahan3878 4 жыл бұрын

Another excellent video sir! My son (21) has developed a strong interest in woodworking and we have watched a bunch of your videos so far. We will most likely watch them all soon. Thanks for producing great videos.

@innocentbystander3798 5 жыл бұрын

Nicely planned and executed video. Clearly, you had a script and rehearsed the whole thing beforehand - bravo zulu!

@TheHarrogateHandywoman 3 жыл бұрын

this video is so good, thank you. very clear and a pleasure to listen to, subscribed

@paulhirst3548 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative, thank you very much. One good thing about the plunge router is that you can lock it at it's lowest position and use it as if it was a fixed base.

@jb5676 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent and quickly to the point presentation!!

@pcicchin 5 жыл бұрын

I've had a dw621 for years as my only router - keep it in my shop-made table. Recently I've started using my RotoZip - rz100 (has a 3jaw chuck instead of collets) as a trim router, and even keyholes, and been fairly happy with its performance.

@uma2maheswari 4 жыл бұрын

It was an eye opener for me on the router selection .

@craigmouldey2339 3 жыл бұрын

I have that Bosch. I got it late last year. Don't have the plunge base yet. I really like it. Love the soft start. Very easy to handle.

@perrych2012 4 жыл бұрын

What a good vid. Really informative and such clear delivery. I love this channel.

@jakecarter2414 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome tips man. Thanks for the info and all of your videos, I look forward to seeing your videos.

@mohamedsheikh2502 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks allot for telling us the most important things about the routers ,it really helps

@-ZIO 4 жыл бұрын

I love this channel :) The information is so valuable.

@jeffreynolds3848 5 жыл бұрын

James H, I found this by far the best sub-10 minute vid as I prepare to buy my first router to make my own version of an IKEA kids storage bins case. I’d already compared products on-line and checked my first choice in store and this vid answered every query I had over the features I still didn’t understand, esp the value of 1/2” collet & bits. Another vid did inform on how to make a guide to repeat 1/2” wide slots @ 4” pitch...

@stasinossofroniou7430 2 жыл бұрын

You answered all my questions, before I even had them. Thanx!!!! Great video!!!

@buzzpatch2294 3 жыл бұрын

THIS WAS EXACTLY WHAT I NEEDED TO SEE- WELL DONE AND THANKS

@duarteestelita7257 3 жыл бұрын

man, this was WAY above average, specially for a noob like me. Thanks very much, really solid video & advice. cheers from Portugal

@DavidCoronaSandoval 5 жыл бұрын

Great video! I´m getting a second router and the guide you give helped a lot

@brianmerritt5410 4 жыл бұрын

I am probably buying one today thank you for this advice.

@deanrhodenizer938 5 жыл бұрын

James, thank you for the straight talk. Lots of good advice here and you included things I did not know. I am a DIYer and my Craftsman Router (from the 1970s) is slowly dying with bearing troubles. It lacks variable speed and soft start capabilities so I am ready to take the plunge (no pun intended) and get something more modern. I really appreciated your forthright advice; I believe it is good advice for the occasional user, like me, and I expect for the more advanced user. I was surprised to learn that you knew that a horsepower is equivalent to 746 watts. Clearly, you have knowledge beyond woodworking. The video production was superb in every way that matters, video quality, audio quality and the set containing so many older tools. On the strength of this one video alone I am subscribing. Thanks again.

@waldmat 3 жыл бұрын

The Skil router you have in the intro, my dad bought one from the grocery store with green stamps. I retired it when it quit holding bits securely and ran intermittently.

@aljundating1574 5 жыл бұрын

I want to learn woodworking and i am considering buying a router then i saw this. Thanks a lot Sir.

@barrykery1175 3 жыл бұрын

By accident I purchase a Crafts man router with both a fixed base and a plunge base. It was a one accident that paid off. I use both all of the time. The fixed base is left on my home made router table and the plunge base is use for everything else. Nice video. Thanks for posting, Barry

@markfrank0924 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent learning tutorial. I am in the market for a new router and this video is well timed and thorough, my purchase has been made easier as a result. Straightforward presentation with no wasted words or time and certainly no over-inflated egos.

@LUckybones25 3 жыл бұрын

As a newb woodworker, I found this video very helpful.

@rayquackenbush4609 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting video. I already have the Dewalt DW618 with plunge base included. I am just starting how to use it and I still learning. Looking forward to seeing more.

@akfishguy 3 жыл бұрын

Love that drink holder! Thanks for the videos

@danalaniz7314 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a beginner and three months into my projects I now need to upgrade from the cheap trim router I started with. This video is very helpful. I always learn something from your videos. Thanks!

@brianmosse 2 жыл бұрын

Always the best info from ol' Stumpy

@audreybowles6357 Жыл бұрын

thank you James for your information and tutorial!

@goodairin 3 жыл бұрын

Really helpful and what I need, as I am going to purchase a router. Thank you!

@sankumar9609 2 жыл бұрын

I am very new to woodworking and planning to buy a router. Your words are extremely helpful for me. Thank you very much for your time!!!

@frankneher9192 3 жыл бұрын

My cordless trim router seems to be my go to router most of the time.

@ericmiller3284 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, this video is fantastic, so much information in a short time. Thank you so much for sharing with us weekend word workers. Your time and efforts in putting this video together is greatly appreciated. I immediately smashed that subscribe button and look forward to watching all of your videos. Again thank you so much.

@EricDM88 5 жыл бұрын

This was a wildly helpful video thank you.

@imortaldeadead 5 жыл бұрын

This had more information then I New there was about routers, Thank you for sharing this with us I for one have learned a lot from you today Keep the fantastic work your doing for us all👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@grunt89futtock890 5 жыл бұрын

knew

@barlow2976 4 жыл бұрын

I bought a Trend (a UK brand)1/4" router years ago, and it has been great, but at times I wish I had a larger one. I'm not really a skilled woodworker, just bought it so I could put nice bullnoses etc on step treads on flooring jobs, but ended up finding loads of uses for it. It is a great tool for site work.

@JanineMKartist 2 жыл бұрын

As a beginner wanting to learn these tools to make substrates for my art I want something that will be easy for my small hands, but will grow with me and also allow me to cut circles . The Bosch set is cheaper than buying the plunge base later. The handles look like they would fit me well. I think I’ll add it to my Christmas list.