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  1. #1
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    Default Any OF 1010 router owners?

    I'm looking at getting an OF 1010 for use as a handheld router - mainly mortising, edging work, etc. I like the compact size, light weight, etc., but does it have enough grunt (within the limitations of 1/4" shank bits)??

    Does anyone have one of these, and if so any comments? I know that Festool power tools tend to punch well above their listed power rating, but anything under 1400W might be a bit wimpy? I repeat that this is strictly for handheld use - I have a bigger Triton router table mounted for monster panel raising bits, etc.

    Any feedback on this router much appreciated.

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    hi basil, i own the OF1010, OF1400 and OF2000, i only use 8mm bits with the OF1010. i would never use a 6mm bit in the OF1010 based on what i read about the strength difference between these 2 sizes. (festoolownersgroup.com)

    it seems like overkill to buy an expensive festool router and then use 6mm bits. thats why i use the makita trimmer with 6mm bits.

    i use the OF1010 with the leigh jig, so it usually has dovetail bits in it, and i am slowly building up a collection of festool 8mm bits.

    it has plenty of grunt and you say you have a table mounted router, so i reckon the OF1010 would compliment it nicely.

    regards, justin.

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    One of the first festool tools i sold was the of900 the original of1010 to a friend...to this day everytime i see him at functions he still goes on & on & on about it being the best power tool purchase he ever made. He couldn't believe how much grunt it had compared to his makita. The of1010 is also equiped with an electronic variable speed module which has full wave electonics, this means it still maintains torque even when you reduce the speed protecting the machine from burn out.

    Over the past 20years we would not of seen more than 5 warranty repairs.All repairs in those years have only been for cables or brushes...its a real workhorse
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    I bought one second hand a couple of years ago. Use it for all kinds of hand held stuff - dovetails in the Leigh jig, template routing, etc. It is an absolute gem. I love the precision depth setting.

    Tex

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    I have the OF1000, the predecessor, and it is the bee's knees. I will take mild disagreement with Justin, in that for many applications a 1/4" (6mm) bit seems fine and no worries. Whilst I might prefer the 8mm, it can get expensive in a hurry to build a decent collection.

    You will like it.
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    OK - I'm sold...... Thanks to all for the feedback.

    I already have a Makita trimmer, the main problem being that its 30,000rpm or nothing. It is used strictly for rounding over edges, laminate trimming, etc. - it just runs too fast for a lot of other work. It also has the distinction of being the only power tool in my shed to ever draw blood (touch wood) - the way it is held means that there is a tendency for the pinky to wander below the small base, and get dinged by the cutter. Lots of blood, but it mended OK....

    The OF1010 looked like it would meet all my other requirements for a handheld router (I loved the depth setting feature too....), and the general view seems to be that grunt is more than sufficient.

    I'll hold off on a bigger router for the table until my Triton MOF packs up.....its looking like Triton spares are going to be impossible to get hold of

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    i am told that in AUST the 1010 is supplied with a 1/4 collet not the 8mm as overseas as 1/4 is a standard size bit over here.

    the 8mm collet can be brought as an extra.

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    thats right gaza, i had to pay an extra $50 to get the 8mm collet when i purchased the OF1010 in January.

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    I bought my OF900 2nd hand for about 320 bucks. It was missing the collet. The mob I bought it off sent me both the 6mm and 8mm free (I'm yet to get any 8mm shank bits) when I complained (nicely).
    I love the machine...the ducks guts. Plenty of grunt for both soft and hardwoods.
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    I agree with Bob about 1/4" shank bits. I have no hesitation what so ever using them when appropriate. The 1010 can do virtually any routing job 1/4" or 8 mm shank bits can handle. The one thing not yet mentioned and it may be a big reason to get the 1010 is complete line of Festool routing accessory available like the LR32 hole drilling system, the edge routing accessories, MFS template system and so on. I've done a few reviews of these accessories and the 1010 itself that you might find helpful.
    Review of the OF1010:
    http://www.burrellcustomcarpentry.com/subpage20.html

    Review of the edge routing accessories:
    http://burrellcustomcarpentry.com/subpage52.html

    MFS routing template users guide:
    http://burrellcustomcarpentry.com/subpage66.html

    Review of the plexiglas template:
    http://burrellcustomcarpentry.com/subpage44.html

    Review of the trammel unit:
    http://burrellcustomcarpentry.com/subpage4.html

    My LR32 hole drilling tutorial:
    http://www.festoolusa.com/media/pdf/lr32_tutorial.pdf

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    I'll second the usefullness of the hole drilling system. Worth it's weight in gold for accurate & speedy drilling of shelf supports & euro hinges.

    The router has heaps of grunt fro handheld work & I have had no problems with 1/4" bits. I have a Triton for table work & find that it satys there - I have had no reason to move it since getting the 1010 - a great tool!

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