HI gweissbock
I do like the DW618PK ( horse power is a big deal in the router table)
The plunge base is like having two hands, the standard base only is like having only one hand...you will use the plunge base more and more as time goes on..it can do the same job as the stardard base,just more..inlays for just one that it can do, and so much more...
Most router combo kits only come with one router motor,,, but like I always say you can't have to many routers...
It's like having hammers ,they all do the same job but all can't do the same job..
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Originally Posted by gweissbock Bobj3,
My local tool store has a deal on the Dewalt 616: $100 includes a 50 bit set.
I was also looking at Dewalt's combo pack DW618PK which includes both a fixed base and a plunge base (but only 1 motor = 2.25 hp) for $280.
Would I be better off with:
option #1) Two Dewalt 616 fixed base routers for $200 or
option #2) the combo pack with 1 motor, 1 fixed base and 1 plunge base for $280?
With option #1, I could mount one router in the router table and leave it there, but I would not have a plunge router.
When and how often is a "plunge" router used???
Sorry for the stupid question. But I would rather ask a stupid questions then waste my money 
Gunter |