The Bosch PR20EVS Colt is a compact 1 HP palm router with a 5.6 amp motor that runs from 16,000 to 35,000 RPM. Its Constant Response circuitry holds speed under load and soft start tames the kick when you switch it on. Depth setting uses a motor-drop clamp plus a micro-fine wheel on the base, and the rubber over-molded body sits well in one hand. It is the classic first router for trim work, edge profiles and small jigs; bigger fixed-base and plunge routers still win on cutter size and deep cuts.
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Lowest price we've seen: $99.00 on Nov 13 at Arbor. Tracked across 13 stores since Nov 13.
Owners rate it highly as a light, precise trim router and a good first router. Common complaints are the lack of a case and the power ceiling on harder woods and larger bits.
The Bosch Colt PR20EVS is an electronic variable-speed palm router. It has a 1.0 HP, 5.6 Amp motor that runs from 16,000 to 35,000 RPM. A dial on top of the tool body sets the speed to suit the workpiece and the task.
Constant Response circuitry detects heavy loads and adds power to hold the selected speed. Soft-start circuitry reduces startup torque. A front spindle lock allows one-wrench bit changes, and the angled cord exit helps keep the cord out of the way.
To set depth, align and lower the motor, then lock it with the clamping lever. A wheel on the back of the base makes micro-fine adjustments. The motor housing has a palm-shaped, rubber over-molded grip. The included fixed base is rugged aluminum. It accepts standard 1/4" bits and does not come with a case.
