Precision Router System Kreg PRS1045 Review

Update #2 - Got a new plate from Kreg. The router isn't installed yet, but I checked the board for flatness, everything is fine. Craig's answer to my problem was fantastic! A quick turnaround in search of a replacement. Will update again if needed. This is also a very functional table and should harmonize perfectly with the flat insert. Update #1. Just spoke to Craig, they're sending out a new record. If it's flat I'll change my estimate. In general, this is good equipment. The problem is big…

Had doubts about purchasing this tool due to the cost compared to how much I would use it (I don't work enough with wood to justify the cost for sure) . Young! Was I glad I took the plunge! I got a job making birch plywood toy shelves for a local preschool. The table paid off immediately. NEVER, EVER would I get the results of my old desktop router table that I got from this precision tool. The result I was able to achieve was easy, fast, accurate and wonderful! I'm no expert at all, but this…

This fence has an immediate design flaw. The four screws that attach the stop to the regulator head are too short and strip the threads in the soft aluminum. I was able to fix this by turning longer screws to replace the ones that came with the kit, but that's actually ridiculous. There is no way to hold the screws that adjust the surfaces of the guard rails. Although they use a wing nut, you still need a screwdriver to adjust them. The adjustment paddle is VERY stiff so the guard moves every…

A massively milled guard with a lot of effort. Easy-to-use, easy-to-adjust slotted channels are great for attaching accessories. BUT. IMHO it could be better. There are screws on the front of the fence with adjustment knobs on the back, allowing you to install a cutting hole. When you adjust the hole and are about to re-tighten the knobs, you will either have to put your finger on the head of the screw or use a screwdriver to re-tighten it. I have a feeling they would be better with…

Promising product (with modifications on my part). The fence is bolted with 4 bolts to a metal bracket covering a steel channel bolted firmly from the base to the table. 3 things I don't like about the product. First, there is no screw mechanism to move the fence in any direction; Their tiny spin-off is a technical joke. They offer micro-adjustment, which is borderline crap. First you need to loosen the typical Kreg compression clamp, which is on the opposite side (like on a desktop). Second…

I never thought I would spend so much on a router table. But after reading the reviews I decided to just do it and I'm glad I did. The thing exudes quality. I ordered the complete system. Table, fence, rollers and all other accessories. It took some time to assemble and install. My ONLY complaint is that the instructions were a little vague on one or two areas. But after looking at the hardware and some photos on the internet, I assembled everything and set it up. There is a procedure for…

My fence came with two boxes of hardware that contained the same parts. I was missing the fence clip and mounting plate and associated parts. Someone fell asleep while packing the product. I contacted Craig about this. After waiting too long and calling, someone came back to me and sent the package. I asked if they knew what I needed and didn't really get an answer, although I detailed what I was getting. I didn't want to end up not getting everything I needed. Well, a few days later I received

Considering this is a $500 table I'm going to be a bit critical. I leave this rating after sending a message to the seller, so I'll edit it after I get a reply from him. The order did not arrive with the fence mounted as per the option I chose and paid for, which means I now have to wait for that to make a decision. I'm not sure who puts the product in the outer shipping box, but what I've noticed is that Revain (supposedly) takes every box they've picked up lately to use as the outer shipping…