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Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Skil RAS570 Router Table

Founded in 1924 as the Michel Electric Handsaw Company and renamed Skilsaw, Inc. in 1926, SKIL has become one of the most recognized and powerful brands in the power tool industry. From circular saws and jigsaws to sanders and drills, SKIL power tools are engineered to deliver the high-performance and durability that today's growing population of Do-It-Yourselfers demand. Every product of the growing line of SKIL tools is the result of extensive end-user research, consumer input, computer assisted design and rigorous testing, both in our laboratories and in the field. SKIL Power Tools are products of the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation.

Amazon Sales Rank: #319914 in Home Improvement Brand: Skil Model: RAS570 571 sq ft inch work surface with extensions Ideal for adding a decorative touch to moldings Aluminum top surface is both portable and precise

Founded in 1924 as the Michel Electric Handsaw Company and renamed Ski saw, Inc. in 1926, SKIL has become one of the most recognized and powerful brands in the power tool industry. From circular saws and jigsaws to sanders and drills, SKIL power tools are engineered to deliver the high-performance and durability that today's growing population of Do-It-Yourselfers demand.

Most helpful customer reviews 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Nice table for the money. By E. Rata I'm a novice woodworker, and stumbled across this table while in the process of trying to build one myself. My Craftsman router bolted right up to it with no adapter needed -- a nice surprise! I wish the fence included wasn't plastic, but it works alright. It is split down the center and adjustable to accomodate a wide variety of router bits, which is a nice feature. The dust port is ready to accept a 4" hose from a shop vac and works beautifully! The 3/4" miter slot (which also runs through the table extensions) is great for mounting a feather board. Overall, I really like this table. 0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I have my doubts... By J. Mccrillis The extensions are nearly impossible to level, I've gone by the book and tried by experiment. I've taken them off, put them back on, loosen screws, tighten screws, used clamps, a rubber mallet, and a small sledge hammer. The sledge hammer with a block of wood has given the best results so far. I haven't given up, I will try another experiment after I have calmed down. The fence & mitre gauge are plastic, but the fence is sturdy enough, the mitre gauge is a disappointment though. If you do mostly small projects you can make this work (even remove the extensions), but I would suggest spending more and getting a one-piece table for serious work. See all 2 customer reviews...

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