Bosch 1617 11 Amp 2 HP Fixed Base Router

by Bosch

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Bosch, Blue/Silver, 1-3/4 HP Router, Exclusive Precision Centering System For Accurate, Repeatable Cuts At Any Depth Setting, Microfine Bit Depth Adjustment With Resettable Indicator Ring, Adjustable Sub-Base Allows Precise Centering For Pattern Work, All Magnesium Construction For Strength and Light Weight, High Torque, High Efficiency 11.0A, 25,000 RPM Motor, Precision Self-Extracting Collet System For Less Run out and Easy Bit Changes, 1/4-Inch and 1/2-Inch Standard, 3/8-Inch and 8MM Optional, Quick Change Lever Action Template Guide System, Comfortable, Traditional Hardwood Handles, 1 Piece Armature Shaft Provides Accuracy and Long Bit Shank Capacity, 10 feet Rubber Cord.

Product Description

Bosch, Blue/Silver, 1-3/4 HP Router, Exclusive Precision Centering System For Accurate, Repeatable Cuts At Any Depth Setting, Microfine Bit Depth Adjustment With Resettable Indicator Ring, Adjustable Sub-Base Allows Precise Centering For Pattern Work, All Magnesium Construction For Strength and Light Weight, High Torque, High Efficiency 11.0A, 25,000 RPM Motor, Precision Self-Extracting Collet System For Less Run out and Easy Bit Changes, 1/4-Inch and 1/2-Inch Standard, 3/8-Inch and 8MM Optional, Quick Change Lever Action Template Guide System, Comfortable, Traditional Hardwood Handles, 1 Piece Armature Shaft Provides Accuracy and Long Bit Shank Capacity, 10 feet Rubber Cord.

Product Details

Product Manual [1.19mb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 13.2 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0000223GG
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 1617
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #29,636 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #41 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Power Tools > Routers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Bosch 1617B Router, June 19, 2000

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Charles J. Miller (Sarasota, FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bosch 1617 11 Amp 2 HP Fixed Base Router (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is a very good medium duty router. I especially like the ease in adjusting the depth of the cut. The micro-adjustment knob is easy to use. I also like the quick release lever for the depth setting.

The router has adequate power for most cabinet work. I was able to cut 1/2" x 1/2" with ease. Its light weight makes it easy to use without fatigue.

My unit was packaged with both 1/2 and 1/4 inch collets.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Router, Great Service, March 6, 2001

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John Eckels (Lewis Center, OH United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bosch 1617 11 Amp 2 HP Fixed Base Router (Tools & Home Improvement)

I needed a fixed base router for my Leigh Jig and was originally going to purchase the P.C 690. After some inquiring on a woodworking bulliten board, I decided not to purchase the P.C. The 690 was called the "Screaming Dinosaur". It was an outdated design, very noisy, and underpowered. Someone even commented that it torqued it's way out of a router table. Ouch.

I picked up a refurbished Bosch 1617 at an auction and when it arrived it was damaged. Fortunately, Bosch was the seller and they rectified the situation by sending me a brand new non refurbished model. Great Service!

The more I use this router, the more I like it. It is very powerful, and the depth adjustment is very precise, very easy to use and just cant be beat. The machine is relatively quiet (for a router)and the quality of construction is top notch. This router is so precise and consistent, I do not need to make test cuts for the dovetail pins on my Leigh Jig. I know where to set the jig, and the dovetails come out perfect every time!

For general purpose use, I highly recommend spending the extra money on the variable speed model. When you run larger bits (which this machine can handle) you need a slower speed. Router speed controls cut you horsepower as well as your speed. The variable speed version of this router has electronic feedback which maintains you horsepower while reducing the speed.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bosch Router... Need more be said, June 13, 2001

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Stephen Wargo "madhunky" (Cleveland,OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bosch 1617 11 Amp 2 HP Fixed Base Router (Tools & Home Improvement)

This router is perfect. I was going to spend the extra for the 2HP version but I tested this one first. More than enough power. It comes with a 1/2" and 1/4" collet. Nice. and the handles feel great. I've cut rails and stiles and raised panels with it in a router table and it handled it like a champ. Bosch make the best fixed base router on the market, Hands Down.