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| 1. Porter-Cable 0310 Production Laminate Trimmer | |
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The beauty of this machine is how well the tool fits your hand. The half slot opening gives you worry free confidence your pinky finger won't turn into hamburger. Yes, there are a few sharp edges from the protruding contours but nothing beats the control your palm has over this trimmer. Maybe PC should adopt Milwaukee's "Body Grip" concept for this unit along with a plunge mechanism. Imagine a rubberized "Body Grip" plunge trimmer. Then again, too much change won't make this tool what the 310 is all about! I know there are cheaper trimmers out there with more bells and whistles. But wrap your hands around this baby first. You'll appreciate the elegance and control this machine has to offer. Vibration is kept to a minimal with the excellent power to weight ratio. Power is more than adequate for a router this size. Routing visiblity is great and is greatly improved with one of Pat Warner's clear lexan sub-bases. Best of all, PC did not cheap'in this machine to compete with the competition...instead they introduced the 7310 which is far from being the successor to this fine tuned legend. Too bad, PC didn't provide a metal case for this high priced machine. A cool pint size metal case would really complete the ensemble. I guess most people who purchase this trimmer are capable of building one with fine wood.
I've had my eyes on the Bosch 1617 for a couple of years... nice router, but pretty heavy and the knobs felt too big to my average (yea, just average) hands. Then it occured me, "Jeez, all I ever do with my old router is edge work and pattern rout material in a table setup. Do I really NEED 2 hp and all that tool weight? Why not check out the trim router offerings?" With the exception of this one model, they all (DeWalt, Bosch, PC) seem to have very similar builds, features and "feel". They just seem like Dremels or Roto-Zips that will hold router bits. The depth settings were so-so in their accuracy; the feel was just not what I was looking for... Then, but what should my eyes fall upon, but the 25 year old design of the Porter-Cable 310 "Production Laminate Trimmer" - looks pretty much like a 690 on anti-steroids. Weighs in at less than half the weight at 3-3/4 lbs, has the ring depth adjustment just like the 690, the on/off in the same placement, round base, all ball-bearing, cast and machined body (not plastic like the other trimmers), and turns @ 27,500 rpm with its little 2/3 hp motor. And, only $150 bucks. WHAT!?! $$150$$?!?! I can get the Bosch for that just about that amount; guess I won't be saving any green with this purchase. Pry out the wallets boys & girls. Hmmm, could this one be what I'm looking for though? I do, afterall, seem to be gravitating to smaller, less beastly tools of late. But would the 2/3 hp be enough? Would it mount up in my table? Can I make bushings and other accessories work? The short answer is, "Yes!" to all of the above - accepts P-C bushings, mounts up to a table just fine. Zowie! This little router really packs a punch! Kind of like driving a sporty little roadster instead of a Mack truck. Boy does this thing handle! Mounted it up to my table and ran off some test cuts > A-OK. Will be making up a plexi/lexan/polycarb aux. base with knobs for it. Someday maybe I'll go the mega-hp router route, but for now I'm enjoying my new pint-sized screamer (actually it is MUCH quieter and smoother than my old Craftsman). ... Read more | |
| 2. Porter-Cable 97311 Deluxe Laminate Trimmer Kit | |
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The unit itself feels well made but adjusting the depth is a bother with the base lock loose the base is free to canter a 1/16 - 1/8 so you're always adjusting and then tightening, adjusting then tightening trying to get it just right. Disappointing.
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| 3. DEWALT DW673K 7/8 HP Trim Router Kit | |
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Not a bad machine just not as good as the PC model.
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| 4. Porter-Cable 7310 Laminate Trimmer | |
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By far the better alternative is the tried-and-true Porter Cable 310 production router. This model has long been a favorite of professional cabinetmakers (the guys in my shop own two or three each), but it is somewhat unknown to the woodworking public at large. It is not made for mass market consumers (Home Depot/Lowes don't carry it), and PC has instead promoted the 7310 trimmer as its mainstay trim router. The 7310 trimmer, however, is but a shadow of the 310. Read some of the reviews on the 310 and you'll see what I mean. The 310 is truly a fine machine. At $100, the 7310 is not a great value. At $159, the 310 is worth every penny. Spend more now and you'll be very satisfied with the knowledge that you own the very best. More importantly, your work will show the wisdom of your choice. Sadly, Porter Cable no longer sells the excellent offset, angle, and other optional bases for the 310. If you need these you can acquire them used or new-old-stock, but they are getting harder to find. The premium prices of these trimmers and optional bases found on Ebay attest to the loyal following the 310 has. These bases are available for the 7310, but you will still have to deal with the inferior design and quality of that trimmer. Again, go with the DeWalt or Bosch if you need a complete trim kit with all the bases. If you don't need them, get the 310 and you'll be set for life. You'll be glad you did.
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| 5. Bosch 1609AKX Deluxe Trim Installers Kit | |
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| 6. Makita 3707FC Fixed Base Laminate Trimmer with L.E.D. Light | |
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| 7. Porter-Cable 97310 Laminate Trimmer Kit | |
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| 8. DEWALT DW670 7/8 HP Fixed Base Laminate Trim Router | |
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One of these tools is dedicated to cutting the tail wedge trim, and I never adjust it. One is set up for cutting the .060 by 1/4 inch binding. The third is set up for purfling ledges inside the outer binding. And they do a great job. I have no idea how they work as a laminate trimmer, but bet they would work great for that too. Bruce Dickey Russellville, Arkansas
When the laminate trimmer came out I was in the market for a new tool and it was pretty much a no-brainer that I would give it a try. It runs very smooth, and is well balanced. The plate height adjustment is a simple asssembly and works pretty well. I guess the only drawback I found was that of the weight and size. Although it was not extreme, I felt that the size and weight brought it in just under a five star rating, but still a very good tool. If I had to replace it, it would be with the same tool. ... Read more | |
| 9. Makita 3708FC Tilt Base Laminate Trimmer with L.E.D. Light | |
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| 10. Bosch 1608B Trim Router | |
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| 11. Bosch 1608B Trim Router | |
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| 12. Makita 3621X 1-1/4 H.P. Plunge Router with 3-Piece Bit Set | |
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| 13. Porter-Cable Production Laminate Trimmer | |
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| 14. Porter-Cable 7310VP Laminate Trimmer | |
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| 15. Black & Decker RP400K 2 HP EVS Plunge Router Kit | |
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First, the base is not compatible with template bushings, and no one makes a compatible baseplate, although there are a few clear acrylic ones that you could drill your own holes in (patwarner.com and Lee Valley sell them). This may not seem important initially, but if you continue to work with the router, you will almost definitely want this ability. Second, most other common attachments aren't compatible either, like the Jasper circle jig or an edge guide. Most router companies make their own edge guides, but not B&D. And all the common aftermarket guides aren't compatible either (for example, the Microfence). This won't be too much of an issue if you use this router in a table though, which I didn't do. Third, it only has a 1/4 inch collet. It seems to have enough power for a 1/2 inch collet, and lots of other routers in this power class have the capability, although not necessarily at the same price. If B&D added some compatiblity, I'd like this tool a lot more. As it is, there are much better options out there (Ryobi 180PL, Porter-Cable, Bosch, DeWalt...)
As an entry level router in performs its duties well. The 1/4" collet grips well, and bit changing is quite smooth. The dust collection is a great feature borrowed from it's distant Dewalt cousin. The depth stop is easily set and easily locked. The trigger and lock on the handle is very easy to use as well. It is also very powerful. The downsides of the router: it is a little on the heavy side though still easily manageable. There is no way to adjust depth when it is in the table without your own modifications. A little loud. Overall it is a very solid router, and a great value. Great for a beginner. But don't be a fool and think you're gonna get the performance of a bosch. ... But you will get your [money's]worth. ... Read more | |
| 16. Porter Cable Router, 7/8 Hp | |
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| 17. Virutex G7914 Hand Iron | |
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| 18. DeWalt Laminate Trimmer | |
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| 19. Freud FT750T 750-Watt Laminate Trimmer | |
![]() | list price: $153.10
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| 20. Multi-Purpose Cutout Tool Kit - 3706K | |
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