I posted the Freud FT1700VCEK at Lowes $74.50 thread earlier. After using the router 10 minutes the electronic speed controls smoked. I rushed back to Lowes in hopes of swapping it for the last one on the shelf, and got the last one. After using router #2 the handles broke off. One would think that maybe this is why they had a shelf full of these machines. I will call Freud for replacement handles, and would suggest that anyone finding this deal check the box.
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Wow..that sucks! I'm sure Freud will take good care of you...good luck!
On a positive note, I've had an FT1700 from Amazon for about 18 months now, and really love the above table features, and also think it's a fine hand router...no issues at all.Happiness is sort of like wetting your pants....everyone can see it, but only you can feel the warmth.
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