Buy Milwaukee 5619-20 1.7-Max-Horsepower D-Handle Router KitMilwaukee 5619-20 1.7-Max-Horsepower D-Handle Router Kit Product Description:
- D-handle router with a 11 Amp, 24,000 rpm motor
- Exclusive linear depth adjustment features a large steel motor lock lever and depth adjustment gearing
- Soft-Grip D-handle with lock-on trigger switch; comfortable over-molded rubber grip wrapped around the base
- Includes two 1-1/8-inch collet wrenches, 1/2-inch collet and 1/4-inch collet
- Tool weighs 9.2 pounds; 5-year manufacturer's warranty
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful.
Well thought out design
By A Customer
I had been looking for a "D" handle router and was in the process of deciding on the Bosch or the Makita when I came across Milwaukee's router. Both of the previous two have good reputations, and I'm sure I would have been happy with either, but what caught my eye was the features on the Milwaukee... and it didn't hurt that it was several dollars cheaper. My primary reason for wanting the "D" handle is that I prefer having that motor switch right at my fingertips.
One feature I like, is that the base is tightened down to the motor, or loosened, with a metal lever that snaps open and closed. This is easier than twisting a knob, and once closed, you have a positive lock. (yes, I have failed to tighten a knob securely enough on another router and had the base come loose while operating it). Removal of the base is done by pressing a button and sliding the motor out of the base. "Coarse" adjustments are made the same way. A knob is provided on the top side for making fine adjustments. Though the adhustment is not a fine as on my plunge router, I find it to work very well. The collets require 2 wrenches to install bits, and the wrenches provided are the forged type rather than stamped metal, a definite plus.
All in all this router is a pleasure to use, and my past experience with Milwaukee service has been very good.
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful.One of the BEST
By Ted C Pinchik
I have several routers (Proter Cable, Hatachi, Bosch, DeWalt and Ryobi) ranging in Hp from 1 1/2 - 3 1/4. Each of these routers have outstanding features, but the one I would rate over all is the Milwaukee D and the Body comfort models.
When it comes to control these two routers give the feeling of complete control over what you are doing. The startup is smooth and the power is above average.
I would recommend both of these routers highly.
Well done Milwaukee...
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful.Outstanding Router
By LINDA HOWARD
Well, I must say Milwaukee scored a home run with this new router. I love the ergonomics of the soft grip handle. The motor is smooth and very powerful. The threaded rod height adjustment system couldnt be any smoother. I love my old PC 691, but I think it will now start collecting dust. Hopefully, they will come out with a plunge base for this router like all the other manufacturers have. Also, would like to see a soft start/variable speed version offered. Thanks Milwaukee for another great product.
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