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I have sent you a question by pm.
Herb
I'm supposed to respect my elders, but it's getting harder and harder for me to find one now.
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I'm guessing that Herb is asking whether it is variable speed? If it is the VS version, i'd like to take my place in line behind him. Thanks.
earl
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An $18
router speed controller gives you the vs and still a good price
Alex
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I've never understood the utility of variable speed on a trim router like this. The only time I use it is when spinning larger bits, which I seldom do on hand held routers, and certainly not on this little guy (my Colt is single speed, and I've never wished it was variable). This is a good price if shipping isn't too high.
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(11-20-2018, 08:00 PM)BobW Wrote: I've never understood the utility of variable speed on a trim router like this. The only time I use it is when spinning larger bits, which I seldom do on hand held routers, and certainly not on this little guy (my Colt is single speed, and I've never wished it was variable). This is a good price if shipping isn't too high.
Agreed. I've never needed variable speed control on a trim router. Love my little Colt!
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Yeah, after i asked the question--i thought about it and don't think i've ever used that feature on the one i have. Still out of the running on this one--mostly because i'm out of money!!
earl
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I used the variable speed to slow it down when routing aluminum. It worked well.
I no longer build museums but don't want to change my name. My new job is a lot less stressful. Life is much better.
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