Cheap router needs collet

[Matt Radtke]

Good morning all,

Picked up this router last night, because, well, it was cheap. http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00917541000P?prdNo=25&blockNo=25&blockType=G25

It was the display model and they were clearing it out. Certainly didn't need it, but for $25, why not?

Only problem that it's missing the 1/4 collet and Sears Parts Direct shows it back-ordered.

Does anyone know who actually makes it so I can nag them for a collet or if there is a compatible that would work?

Thanks!

[Rick Lizek]

http://www.highlandwoodworking.com/14x12routercolletadapter.aspx
Use a collet adapter. Amana and many others make them.

[Myk Rian]

Great price for a nice router. I have one. Paid $80 for it.

The collets have no name, number, or other markings on them.
Have no idea who made them, but they are well made.

[John McClanahan]

Not sure if this is one of them, but Bosch is believed to have made some of the Craftsman routers.

John

[Matt Radtke]

I'm think it /might/ be a Bosch clone. I'll have to head to the local BORG, motor in tow, and see if I can test a collet from their display model. That would certainly be a bit easier.