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Default Argos 1/2" router

On May 31, 11:50 pm, "The Medway Handyman"
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Andy Hall wrote:
On 2007-05-31 22:05:39 +0100, "Arthur" said:


Might do someone.
Challenge Xtreme 1500W 1/2in Plunge Router £27.49


Arthur


For doing what? Far too fast for stirring paint unless your name
is Bean.


I have to agree with Mr Hall here. I've had an Argos own label drill driver
& a reciprocating saw - they both ended up in the bin. Complete ****e.


But you're a tradesman and depend upon your tools. It's different for
occasional DIY use. The OP didn't specify what they want it for.

I've been using my Challenge Extreme 3/8" Router to cut hinge rebates
in a load of internal doors (14 at tthe last count) and it has been
brilliant. Much faster, more efficient and neater than I could ever
hope to achieve with a chisel. To me, it's worth more than I paid for
it in time saved alone. It's back in the cupboard now, until the next
time I need a router for something.

MBQ