> Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
> don't want.
Fine Woodworking just did a comparison article - check your local
library or bookstore.
According to my own limited experience, Infinitytools.com is a good
source for reasonably-priced and high-quality bits.
MLCSwoodworking.com has great prices, free shipping, great customer
service, and their bits are pretty good quality (much better than the
$1/ea eBay import specials, but not quite as good as the higher-end
pro bits).
Also, search the archives here - this has been discussed before.
Andy
On May 21, 1:44 pm, D J <[email protected]> wrote:
> Folks,
>
> I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>
> Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
> don't want.
>
> I checked ebay for used ones, but can't trust.
>
> thanks,
> DJ
When I bought this set it was about $40, may have been a sale, anyway
they worked fine for the Poplar frame and MDF panels I made. Came
with a few washers to fine tune the fit.
http://www.holbren.com/product.php?productid=96&cat=30&page=1
YMMV
On May 21, 1:44 pm, D J <[email protected]> wrote:
> Folks,
>
> I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>
> Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
> don't want.
>
> I checked ebay for used ones, but can't trust.
>
> thanks,
> DJ
I can see there are three more messages, but don't get to read them..
something wrong?
On May 21, 12:44 pm, D J <[email protected]> wrote:
> Folks,
>
> I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>
> Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
> don't want.
>
> I checked ebay for used ones, but can't trust.
Used you don't want unless you just happen to find another "one-timer"
who bought the Amana or another top-quality set and built one set of
kitchen cabinets and then you probably wouldn't save that much anyway
from what I've seen watching auctions in the past.
I agree w/ the others that it's a false economy in the larger
picture. It depends also in part on what you're making the cabinets
from -- if it's a softwood, you may get by w/ a lesser bit, but if you
are using a fine hardwood and particularly anything w/ any grain
characteristics at all, you want the best and sharpest bit you can
find.
On May 21, 12:44 pm, D J <[email protected]> wrote:
> Folks,
>
> I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>
> Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
> don't want.
>
> I checked ebay for used ones, but can't trust.
Used you don't want unless you just happen to find another "one-timer"
who bought the Amana or another top-quality set and built one set of
kitchen cabinets and then you probably wouldn't save that much anyway
from what I've seen watching auctions in the past.
I agree w/ the others that it's a false economy in the larger
picture. It depends also in part on what you're making the cabinets
from -- if it's a softwood, you may get by w/ a lesser bit, but if you
are using a fine hardwood and particularly anything w/ any grain
characteristics at all, you want the best and sharpest bit you can
find.
On May 21, 12:44 pm, D J <[email protected]> wrote:
> Folks,
>
> I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>
> Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
> don't want.
>
> I checked ebay for used ones, but can't trust.
Used you don't want unless you just happen to find another "one-timer"
who bought the Amana or another top-quality set and built one set of
kitchen cabinets and then you probably wouldn't save that much anyway
from what I've seen watching auctions in the past.
I agree w/ the others that it's a false economy in the larger
picture. It depends also in part on what you're making the cabinets
from -- if it's a softwood, you may get by w/ a lesser bit, but if you
are using a fine hardwood and particularly anything w/ any grain
characteristics at all, you want the best and sharpest bit you can
find.
On May 21, 12:44 pm, D J <[email protected]> wrote:
> Folks,
>
> I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>
> Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
> don't want.
>
> I checked ebay for used ones, but can't trust.
Used you don't want unless you just happen to find another "one-timer"
who bought the Amana or another top-quality set and built one set of
kitchen cabinets and then you probably wouldn't save that much anyway
from what I've seen watching auctions in the past.
I agree w/ the others that it's a false economy in the larger
picture. It depends also in part on what you're making the cabinets
from -- if it's a softwood, you may get by w/ a lesser bit, but if you
are using a fine hardwood and particularly anything w/ any grain
characteristics at all, you want the best and sharpest bit you can
find.
On May 22, 10:23 am, dpb <[email protected]> wrote:
> On May 21, 12:44 pm, D J <[email protected]> wrote:
>
> > Folks,
>
> > I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>
> > Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
> > don't want.
>
> > I checked ebay for used ones, but can't trust.
>
> Used you don't want unless you just happen to find another "one-timer"
> who bought the Amana or another top-quality set and built one set of
> kitchen cabinets and then you probably wouldn't save that much anyway
> from what I've seen watching auctions in the past.
>
> I agree w/ the others that it's a false economy in the larger
> picture. It depends also in part on what you're making the cabinets
> from -- if it's a softwood, you may get by w/ a lesser bit, but if you
> are using a fine hardwood and particularly anything w/ any grain
> characteristics at all, you want the best and sharpest bit you can
> find.
Mine are the CMT raised panel sets. They have provided good service
through several kitchens many types of hardwood and plywood. (the
Cabinet Maker's set comes with a t&g set for the backs and side
panels)
I have several MLCS Katana bits and a few Amanas and I'd say that
their quality is "good" but not excellent. The Woodline bits I have
were/are unsatisfactory. Worse than Crapsman and Hickory! (HD sells
Hickory)
As always, YMMV.
Gene
"Leon" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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>
> "Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>>
>> Check out Woodline bits. If they're good enough for Sam Maloof they are
>> good enough for me.
>>
>>
>>
> You realize that they pay him to use their bits, don't you?
>
>
I don't think a perfectionist such as he would use junk no matter what he is
paid.
"dpb" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> On May 21, 12:44 pm, D J <[email protected]> wrote:
>> Folks,
>>
>> I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>>
>> Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
>> don't want.
>>
>> I checked ebay for used ones, but can't trust.
>
> Used you don't want unless you just happen to find another "one-timer"
> who bought the Amana or another top-quality set and built one set of
> kitchen cabinets and then you probably wouldn't save that much anyway
> from what I've seen watching auctions in the past.
>
> I agree w/ the others that it's a false economy in the larger
> picture. It depends also in part on what you're making the cabinets
> from -- if it's a softwood, you may get by w/ a lesser bit, but if you
> are using a fine hardwood and particularly anything w/ any grain
> characteristics at all, you want the best and sharpest bit you can
> find.
>
Check out Woodline bits. If they're good enough for Sam Maloof they are
good enough for me.
"D J" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> Folks,
>
> I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>
> Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
> don't want.
>
> I checked ebay for used ones, but can't trust.
>
> thanks,
> DJ
>
Buy the most expensive "name brand" than you feel comfortable with spending
money on. I prefer CMT, Amana, the old Jesada, and Infinity, in that order.
"D J" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> Folks,
>
> I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>
> Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
> don't want.
Nothing is more expensive than a cheap bit that will damage the wood. Go
with any of hte decent brand names like Infinity, Freud, Whiteside, etc.
Check www.infinitytools.com and www.routerbits.com
"D J" wrote:
>
> I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>
> Any suggestions on the router bits.
<snip>
As Leon suggested, stay with the majors, buy the best you can afford.
Trying to cut corners on cutting tools is strictly false economy, IMHO.
SFWIW, have used a couple of Infinity bits, they work for me.
Lew
"Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
>
>>
>>
> I don't think a perfectionist such as he would use junk no matter what he
> is paid.
>
Sam Maloof is a great woodworker but absolutely NOT a perfectionist. He
freehands a lot of his of his work. Supporting a product, good or bad is
not going to harm his reputation.
Tiger Woods promotes Buick. Being the multi millionaire that he is I
seriously doubt he owns a fleet of Buicks.
> "D J" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>> Folks,
>>
>> I want to make some raised panel cabinets.
>>
>> Any suggestions on the router bits. Some of them cost fortune, which I
>> don't want.
>>
>> I checked ebay for used ones, but can't trust.
>>
>> thanks,
>> DJ
>>
DJ,
While not an expert at woodworking, I have been building stuff outta wood
for 30+ years. (Most of what I do would be classified by the more talented
members of this group as either finish carpentry or "craft" quality.) That
being said, I have been using routers for nearly 30 years.
Last year I found a company called Woodline USA
(http://store.woodline.com/). Fair prices- especially if you but some of
their sets. *Excellent* customer service. I damaged a carbide tipped bit
due to MY negligence, and they replaced it at no cost. Didn't even charge
me shipping! Now THAT's customer service. :>)
Not affiliated with, yada, yada, yada, and all the other disclaimers.
Gary Kasten
St. Peters, MO
"Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
>
> Check out Woodline bits. If they're good enough for Sam Maloof they are
> good enough for me.
>
>
>
You realize that they pay him to use their bits, don't you?