I recently used a website for reconditioned tools to buy a Hitachi 12" compound miter saw. That same website has the Hitachi KM 12VC router for about $100 plus shipping. I have had excellent results with the saw I bought but I wonder about the router, being it is a more precision instrument, so to speak. What does anyone or everyone think about reconditioned tools? Also, in my website hopping, I look at Harbor Freight sometimes. I have noticed that the Chicago Electric brand of plunge routers that they sell are practically identical to the Makita 3612 series of routers. Does anyone have any experience with the Chicago Electric equipment?
Router review KM12VC
I will brake this up into several posts. Since many of you figured out the code on my other post and know that the H model is the one I just got. Since I just got it and had trouble finding much information I thought I would collect it and post a review. For other Porter Cable users this might be interesting as to what things are usable from the 690 series (or simular).
KM 12VC Review
This is a new router on the market and since I did not find much information on it when I went surfing on the web I though I would do my own review and share it with you.
General information:
Made by Hitachi (Hitachi Koki)
“…the concept for more powerful, quiet and ergonomically styled models to plainly differentiate them from the competitors.”
Features:
Soft Start
Electronic Feedback
2 ¼ HP
11 Amp.
Variable Speed 8,000 to 24,000
Tool-less 2-stage motor release clamp
Extremely low noise level-only 80 dB
Nickel-plated housing for smooth cutting depth adjustment
Fixed and Plunge bases
1/2" and 1/4" Collates
7-piece pc template set
Template guide adapter
Centering gauge
Large hole sub base (with a flat edge) (total of 3 sub bases)
Wrenches
Single case
Weights:
W/Fixed base 7.3 pounds
W/Plunge base 9.9 pounds
Price:
Most places are selling it for $180 US
Some places are throwing in a free sander ($60 value)
I paid $159 including everything.
KM 12VC Review
This is a new router on the market and since I did not find much information on it when I went surfing on the web I though I would do my own review and share it with you.
General information:
Made by Hitachi (Hitachi Koki)
“…the concept for more powerful, quiet and ergonomically styled models to plainly differentiate them from the competitors.”
Features:
Soft Start
Electronic Feedback
2 ¼ HP
11 Amp.
Variable Speed 8,000 to 24,000
Tool-less 2-stage motor release clamp
Extremely low noise level-only 80 dB
Nickel-plated housing for smooth cutting depth adjustment
Fixed and Plunge bases
1/2" and 1/4" Collates
7-piece pc template set
Template guide adapter
Centering gauge
Large hole sub base (with a flat edge) (total of 3 sub bases)
Wrenches
Single case
Weights:
W/Fixed base 7.3 pounds
W/Plunge base 9.9 pounds
Price:
Most places are selling it for $180 US
Some places are throwing in a free sander ($60 value)
I paid $159 including everything.
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