The latest addition to the stable

[Bart Leetch]

I had wanted a variable speed router for some time now:eek: . I have had the Porter Cable 690 series with 3 bases & the edge guide that I caught on sale a little over 2 years ago:D . I have a Hitachi M12V that I got used but free & did some repairs on for less then 1/2 price of a brand new one for my router table:D . Well I don't think I got to bad of a price $143.00 for Porter Cable 690 variable speed fixed base router. I just like these routers & thought I'd get the variable speed one before they quite making them the new addition is the one on the right without dust.:eek: :D .

I know they are making a newer 890 series router but I have been very happy with the 690 series & what I have now should do everything I need for a long time. Now onto other tools............................................. ....................:eek: ;) :D

[RichMagnone]

I have an M12 in my table and a 690 with the various bases. Its all you need. I love my 690. Great job.

[Vaughn McMillan]

Same here...an M12V for the table (it's new, and not yet mounted), a VS 690 and an older single-speed 690, and one each of the 690 bases. It seems to be a very workable combination so far.

- Vaughn

[Pete Harbin]

Nice set-up Bart. I've also got an M12V in the table and have the 690 (no VS or extra bases though.) I've got the DW621 as my handheld plunge.


Pete

[Jim Becker]

Bart, the addition of the VS 690 to your arsenal is a good move. It really opens up more opportunities to use the router...and safely. And with all three bases, you're set for any situation, too!

[John Miliunas]

So Bart, can we safely assume you kinda' like the PC routers??? :confused: :D I've just got a single-base 1-speed 690 but, I do like it. And yes, of course, the M12 in the router table!!! :) Nice score(s)! :) :cool: