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The Bosch 1617EVSPK is a 2.25 HP combo kit that gives you both a plunge base and a fixed base on one 12-amp motor. The variable-speed dial runs from 8,000 to 25,000 RPM, and Constant Response circuitry holds speed through the cut for cleaner edges. The fixed base now includes the RA1161 with above-table bit-height adjustment, so it works well mounted in a router table. It is a long-standing favorite among furniture makers and cabinet shops for its smooth plunge action and precise depth control, though it is heavier than compact trim routers and not the tool for one-handed work.
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Owners and reviewers rate the 1617EVSPK highly for its smooth plunge, accurate depth adjustment and steady power in hardwood. Many call it the best value in a combo router for table use. Complaints center on its weight and the bulk of the kit.
The Bosch 1617EVSPK is a combination router with a 2.25 HP, 12 Amp motor. It comes with both a plunge base and a fixed base, so one motor can be used in either setup.
A variable-speed dial sets the speed from 8,000 to 25,000 RPM. Constant Response circuitry keeps the speed steady through the cut and stabilizes start-up torque. The plunge base has a smooth plunge action, and the micro-fine bit-depth adjustment allows precise setting. You can follow the cutline with dovetail fixtures, templates, jigs and other guidance devices.
The Bosch Precision Centering Design lets you center the bit with the sub-base or with optional template guides. The handles are rounded hardwood for control. The fixed base has threaded holes in the common 3-hole pattern for mounting to a router table. It also has a system for adjusting bit height from above the table.
