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Makita RD1101 2-1/4 HP Variable Speed D-Handle Router

Makita RD1101 2-1/4 HP Variable Speed D-Handle Router

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Brand: Makita
Category: Home Improvement

List Price: $368.80
Buy New: $196.98
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Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 16 reviews
Sales Rank: 20570

Media: Tools & Hardware
Fragile: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7.9
Dimensions (in): 12 x 6 x 9.5

MPN: RD1101
Model: RD1101
UPC: 088381032582
EAN: 0088381032582
ASIN: B000051WRP

Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 2 to 4 weeks

Features:
  • Quietest (81dB) and lowest vibration router in its class
  • Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load
  • Soft start feature for smooth start-ups
  • Rugged aluminum motor housing with small 3-1/4" diameter for easy handling
  • Sub-base accepts industry standard template guides for convenience

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Collet capacities 1/2 and 1/4", No load speed: 8,000-24,000 RPM, Amp (115V): 11.0, Overall height 8 3/4", Approximate shipping weight 9.8 lbs., Standard equipment: , 1/4" collet (193214-9), 1/2" collet (763643-6), 2 Ea. Wrench (781031-5)


Customer Reviews:   Read 11 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars Great Product !!!   May 2, 2008
D. Crandall (San Diego, Ca United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I originally tried the Makita 1101 plunge router but found the balance and plunge action just ok. Turning the power switch on/off is also difficult and dangerous (not unlike many of the other router out there with the switch mounter on top). The Makita D-handle is truely awesome. It is incredibly well balanced, easy to turn on/off, and has a smooth, powerful, and relatively quite motor. Also, can't say enough about Amazon's service. I have bought many expensive items from them and have always been 100% satisfied.


5 out of 5 stars works fine   January 25, 2007
JPR (Fort Worth)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful

I haven't used a router since woodshop in school. This one works just fine. I like the D-Handle.



5 out of 5 stars Excellent Router   August 20, 2006
Joe (Connellsville, Pennsylvania United States)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

I have owned the Makita for about 3 years. I needed a router with more HP and variable speed to compliment my PC 690 kit. I chose the Makita over the Bosch because I could use my PC accessories with it. I have not been disappointed. It has been a reliable performer. I am a hobbyist and have used it on many projects thus far, including a full set of kitchen cabinets with 31 doors. It is super smooth and very quiet. You can easily hear the bit cutting the wood over the sound of the motor. Even my wife commented on the diminished decibels - she claims the noise from the PC sent shivers up her spine above all other tools including my portable planer!

I have received years of dependable service from my PC. That said, the workmanship of the Makita excels over the PC. Small things stand out vs. the PC such as the machining of the collets, quality of collet wrenches and powercord, etc. And as another reviewer stated, its just much nicer to use. I always reach for it first.



5 out of 5 stars Makita's D Handle Great Router !!   March 24, 2006
Tool Buyer (East Greenwich, RI USA)
3 out of 4 found this review helpful

This D handle router is very easy to operate and adjust. The ablity to route with one hand if necessary makes this a great little router, also it has the power to help you pull through the routing. This router is worth it and you won't be dis-satisfied.


1 out of 5 stars Makita varible speed problems   March 2, 2006
Jim Williams (Birmingham, Al)
5 out of 6 found this review helpful

I have had my Makita variable speed R1101 router in the shop for repair three different times in the space of 2 years. First the varible speed switch went out. Major bucks to repair! Second the router shaft began to wobble. This was repaired at no cost, however it still had some vibration and a slight wobble. Third the "new" varible speed switch crashed again. This time the shop removed the variable speed switch at no charge. Finally after a few months the wobble returned with a vengence. This tool would not even make a good boat anchor!

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