I Tested The MOST VERSATILE Woodworking Tool on Earth!

[@731Woodworks]

Click "Read more" to see links to all of the tools shown in this video. Video To Watch Next - 99% of Beginners Don't Know the Basics of Router Bits - kzbin.info/www/bejne/lXu0e32da7qUq9ksi=PmWku5L1BIxW2iyQ What do you think are the most versatile woodworking tools? Tools in this Video: I get commissions for purchases made through some links in this post. It helps the channel and costs you nothing extra. KREG Precision Router Table (Acme Tools) - acmetools.pxf.io/19GGna KREG Precision Router Table (Amazon) - amzn.to/4iQOEey Kreg 3-inch Locking Casters - acmetools.pxf.io/RG01A7 DeWALT DW618 Router Fixed Base- amzn.to/4gmpGli DeWALT DW618 with fixed and plunge bases - amzn.to/3P1uqkl Kreg Router Table Inserts (various sizes) amzn.to/3DxZR3p KREG Stop Block - amzn.to/4iKBlfz Powertec Stop Block (one I use) - amzn.to/3BwXFbS Positioning Squares - amzn.to/4iFxwrY KREG Set Up Bars - acmetools.pxf.io/4GaaZM KREG Radius Jig Templates - amzn.to/4gkkwGF Push Blocks Used - amzn.to/3P2PKG6 Whiteside Rotuer Bit Set - amzn.to/4gZ1OV5 Bosch Router Bit Set - amzn.to/4iFvl7M Double Stick Tape - lddy.no/1kz2j Dust Extractor - amzn.to/3VKzjlv KREG Precision Router Lift - amzn.to/4iIQBcQ KREG Shop Stand (no top) - amzn.to/3VM9WA1 Greatest Free Gift I've Ever Received: story4.us/731Woodworks Join the TUBAFOUR NATION through Patreon to get access to exclusive member only behind the scenes videos, member only livestreams, exclusive discounts, and other cool member only perks! www.patreon.com/731woodworks Some other useful links: Daily Tool Deals on my website: www.731woodworks.com/tool-deals Subscribe to our email Newsletter to get new content alerts, sales, and more! mailchi.mp/7e44c16eefdc/731-woodworks-email-newsletter Easy to Follow Build Plans - www.731woodworks.com/store Outlaw's Board Butter - So Good it Should be Outlawed: www.731woodworks.com/store/boardbutter

[@brianburke4823]

Looks good, a on/off switch would be a nice feature.

[@bobstorck2647]

Kreg makes a switch that attaches to the frame of table. It has two outlets on the back and a flip switch on the front.

[@merlinsatrom6678]

Great informative review Matt!

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks!

[@Cpnpd922]

Perfect timing. Just bought myself one for Christmas. I also grabbed a Jessem lift while I was at it. I hope to put it all together this weekend. I am a complete amateur and just starting to learn woodworking but I think this will help me . Thanks for the review and assembly demo. Your videos are always helpful and I’ve learned much from them.

[@731Woodworks]

Congrats! Glad the video was helpful!

[@internetuser691]

Add the Triton TRA-001 Router with the Dedicated Kreg Router Plate designed for the Triton TRA-001 and you have the beginnings of something beautiful. The Triton allows for raising and lowering of the bit from the top of the table as well as changing the bit from the top of the table. The Kreg Router base plate doesn’t need drilling since it’s pre drilled in the correct location already. I say it’s the “beginning” of something beautiful only because at that point it’s perfectly useful with either 1/4” or 1/2” shank bits. Perfecting it of course changes with each individual woodworker. I have dust collection both on the fence and below the table with a self made box to enclose the lower side of the table, drawers for various routing accessories, bit storage (frees up more wall space for other tools), and I’ve made mine (not a Kreg) a steel (over 7/8” thick) table top. I started with 1/4” steel plate, cut all the holes and grooves in it as needed, then added 5/8” plate by removing more than what was needed in the exact same pattern plus a few holes to facilitate welding the two together from the bottom (just don’t burn through the 1/4” piece). And added some welded on mounting points, as good as cast iron after mild sanding and should any severe damage occur to the top it can be re drilled free and a new one made fairly easily. The added weight means it it’s not going to move around easily so heavier roughing cuts are no problem. Bonus, you don’t really have to worry about messing it up. The downside is YOU MUST HAVE WHEELS to move it around. Steel is HEAVY! In fact I recommend a hoist of some sort during assembly. You either have to paint, powder coat, or treat the steel surface to prevent rust or it will rust. Not everyone has a welder but every woodworker should learn to weld, at least the basics IMO. Bonus #2 Learn to use a work holding jig or backer block of some sort for every cut on the router table (even round over cuts)! “When you build things for yourself that you can be proud of then others will also take pride in your works.”

[@danielbohannon302]

Have one of those for 7 years old love it everyday use at 3:00 to 5 times a week or more love it love it love it

[@GrantButler]

Merry Christmas y'all!

[@731Woodworks]

Merry Christmas!

[@jimfeaster4837]

I liked the incra lift ! The incra is owned by jessem the incra slight smaller but I think more precise than kreg lift...😊

[@bobfarrell6510]

Merry Christmas

[@731Woodworks]

Merry Christmas

[@jimfeaster4837]

Note incra lift fits best in rockler router tables...give it a try! How about a review on new Hilti 12 inch slide compound saw Looks like best overall

[@RayandSandysWoodworking]

Very nice router table, I might look into it. Thanks for the review!

[@731Woodworks]

No problem 👍

[@Mandurath]

Hadn't really considered a router table till now. Limited space, and don't have a jointer. Already have a table saw but have issues using it from a wheelchair. Something like this would help. Kind of a Swiss army knife. As I don't have a jointer due to space and limited use for one. Might almost be worth getting rid of the table saw in exchange for a good router table...

[@stephenmeche8418]

The problem is by the time you buy the table, lift insert, fence and dedicated router, you can purchase a 3 hp shaper everything included and do everything a router table can do plus so much more.

[@txrazor2643]

Nice Tudor.

[@Diggar72]

Would you be able to put the precision lift into that table as an upgrade later?

[@731Woodworks]

Yep, will fit perfectly in there with no modifciations needed.

[@rgrpncs]

Side issue...... I'd love a palm router that would take a 1/2 inch bit. I don't want to replace a bunch of bits I already have but a palm router would be nice.

[@burnthistaco2431]

Nice shirt 👍👍

[@731Woodworks]

Appreciate it!

[@Andy.H.H.]

Nice basic table but, a place, shelf, block, etc for router bit storage would really improve it!

[@731Woodworks]

Agreed, and you could always build that in underneath this one. Lots of room there to build a custom cabinet.

[@Andy.H.H.]

@@731Woodworks A router cabinet like Norm Abram's (yes, I'm dating myself!) with dust collection and drawers for router bits would be great.

[@karllautman]

How do the jointing rods work?

[@731Woodworks]

It offsets the outfeed side of the fence. Great video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKbRkHiAbLaknqssi=9vweAdptx1fxKyk1

[@frankgreen7988]

What does it cost

[@Andy.H.H.]

$500, which is steep! At that price, I'd much rather build my own.

[@MileyonDisney]

I had thought Kreg made decent products. That thing looks straight off of Temu! Kinda sold yourself out, for this one.

[@731Woodworks]

You've clearly never seen it in person. It's very solid. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@stanleysmith8984]

My thought is it is overpriced. Do you think so as well. Also would you compare it to the one built by Bosch?

[@731Woodworks]

Naw, I don't think it is overpriced. It's a solid value for what you're getting I think. The Bosch is the table top version correct? I haven't tried that one yet.

[@stanleysmith8984]

@@731Woodworks Thanks I am getting one soon. Just haven't decided which one as of today. Your input is important, and I will make use of your knowledge and experience. Thanks

[@dhruvpatel6124]

This dewalt router is infamous for breaking down when used upside down in router tables. I don’t recommend this router for this application

[@731Woodworks]

First i've heard that.

[@Otlwoodworks]

Great for those who don't want to to custom build their own router tabke cabinet