Fixed-base Routers

The DWP611PK router combo kit from DeWalt has smooth plunge action, is inuititve and very accurate, and comes equipped with dual LED lights.

The Bosch 1617EVSPK is a router kit with fixed and plunge bases that features adjustments from the top for use when mounted to a router table and comes with some nice bonus accessories like an edge guide and templates

The DeWalt DW618PK router combo kit comes with a fixed and a plunge base to offer power and versatility

The Hitachi KM12VC combo router kit features a fixed and a plunge base with electronic speed control to maintain constant RPMs even as load varies

The Porter-Cable 894PK 2-1/4 HP router combo kit comes with two bases - a fixed and a plunge base for versatility

The Craftsman 28084 2-1/4 HP router combo kit includes the fixed base and plunge base and a hex-wrench baseplate that allows for quick table-mounted depth adjustment

the Milwaukee 5616-24 2-1/4 HP router combo kit features the Bodygrip fixed base router and heavy duty plunge base for the professional market

The Ridgid R29302 router combo kit is a nice router that can be adjusted from above when mounted on a table and includes LED lights but has a couple of minor problems

The Makita combination router kit offers a fixed base and plunge base as well as an auto-lock mechanism

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