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