DEWALT DWP611PK 1.25 HP Max Torque Variable Speed Compact Router Combo Kit with LED's Review

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(More customer reviews)I just got my new compact router and just played with it. So far GREAT!
I had just returned a Trend to Woodcraft `cause it was a step above junk.
Everything that was bad on the Trend is top notch on the Dewalt. It is so smooth (the Trend was really bad at higher speeds) I am doubt that it is really turning 27K RPM. The "feel" is almost as good in my hand as my Bosch Colt.
I got it mostly to cut shelf pin holes. I got my jig, installed a 5/8 bushing and cut about ten holes. Good plunge action, fast depth setup, and easy bit change. Easy bushing install. The depth locking adjustment feels solid and secure.
I think it will become my go-to for small edge profiles and shelf pins.
My PC690 edge guide fits the plunge base.
Professional quality, worth the cost
UPDATE: I have used this router for stopped profiles on cabinet carcases and have cut shelf pin holes in about 6 cabinets. With the fixed base it has excellent balance and control. With the plunge base, it is a little top heavy but has smooth action. Setting the depth is easer and more accurate than my 890 Porter-Cable. The depth seemed to be locked in (I have had by older PC-690 plunge router) not stay locked in, it got deeper as I went.
Cons:
Same junk stamped wrench as most tools nowadays I had an extra Bosch 17MM from my Colt that solves this.

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The DeWalt DWP611PK 1.25 HP Max Torque Variable Speed Compact Router Combo Kit uses a durable 1.25HP motor to deliver the power to tackle the toughest applications. With a variable speed control, the DeWalt DWP611 enables bit speed to be optimized for differing stocks or bit sizes. The DeWalt DWP611 has a soft-starting motor which uses full-time electronic feedback to maintain motor speed through cutting. The DeWalt DWP611PK comes with a plunge base that incorporates a fine-tune adjustment rod for precise depth setting and a fixed base provides greater work surface contact for improved user control and accepts universal template guides.