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By the third or fourth time I had used this base, both handles had broken off. I epoxied my handles back on and they seem to be holding, but this a potentially deadly problem. It seems to be a defect in the plastic. Users should be aware of this.
The plunge base is very well made and works great. I can't find a case that is sold separately for the combo kit either so if you buy them at different times like I did you are stuck with pieces of a kit rambling around in your shop. PC charges a premium if you buy things separately. I purchased the 690 router separately a few months ago and now I decided I needed a plunge router capability so I purchased the plunge router base for the 690. Adjustments are very well thought out, convenient, handy and easy to make. The router and parts are very well made but if at all possible save up and buy the router and plunger kit, you won't regret it. My only recommendation is to buy the plunge base and router together as a kit since then you get the case for it and it's much cheaper.
It's a great combiation and is working out very well for me. Sad to see that the base is made in Mexico. People who already own the #690 router will find this base to be a good investment, and will be used more than you might think. This is the first plunge base I have ever used with my Porter Cable #690 router. The plunge base is well made, and it's operation is very smooth and predictable. It's hard to believe we can't even manufacture a router base in the United States anymore. The fit and finish is that of a quality tool.
A plunge base is a must have for any router. Makes many tasks so much easier. Should have purchased when I first bought my router years ago. Would not purchase a router without this.
I had an old 690 router that only had a "D" handle base. The base fit perfectly and gives new life to the old 690.Good purchase, excellent service from Amazon. I decided to upgrade the router with the Plunge base.
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