Router

I'm so happy that my parents know the difference between quality and crap! The got a router for me, for Christmas/helping with the bar. It is total quality. I got the Festool OF 1400 EQ router. It is probably the nicest router I've used to date. I was in the garage tonight using it and it was almost effortless to use. It's very powerful, has a smooth start, three different size collets, so I'm not limited to one bit diameter size. Absolutely wonderful.

When it comes to routers. There are plenty of great ones on the market for great prices. And most of them would be more than adequate for most jobs. This one, on the other hand has very easy one handed use, and a plethora of add ons that only help with doing flooring. To quote Ferris Bueller, "If you have the means, I highly suggest picking one up.

Hear are some of the features it has.

The OF 1400 is the new benchmark in the medium-power router class. It gives you more power in a lighter package, easier operation, smoother running, deeper stroke, and the ultimate in dust extraction. With thoroughbred performance and a host of unique features, it takes routing to a new level.

- HIGH POWER, LOW WEIGHT: Get more done with less effort
- RATCHETING SPINDLE: For faster bit changes – a world first
- NEAR-TOTAL DUST EXTRACTION: Work cleaner and healthier
- 2 3/4" ROUTING DEPTH: Largest plunge capacity in its class for versatile use
- FAST DEPTH ADJUSTMENT: Extreme 1/256" precision
- DOUBLE GUIDE COLUMN CLAMPING: Faster in use, greater baseplate stiffness
- DOUBLE GUIDE ROD CLAMPING: For fast side stop setting
- SMOOTH OPERATION: For easier work and great results
- ERGONOMIC HANDLES: For easy control and safe handling in any position
- MMC ELECTRONICS: Maintains constant speed under load and provides overload protection

I'm just so pleased with it, I thought I'd share with all of you!