Customer Reviews

Porter-Cable 100 7/8 HP Fixed Base Router

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Many people will see 7/8 horse and write it off immediately. I have a monster 3 1/4 horse router that is great on a router table, however it is heavy, awkward, and inaccurate when used free hand. As a Carpenter, I will end up using this tool far more because of its size and weight for day to day use. You can use it for edging and laminate trimming and because of the full size base its great for all around use. It has plenty of power for nearly all applications. And also something else you don't see these days, its made of metal.

I have owned a model 100 for 30 years. (back when it was Rockwell). The router was used to finish edges on tables and doors and a quite a lot of countertop laminate work. Today it is used mostly for cutting dovetails and has held up very well. The only parts that have been replaced was the collet and the power switch and this was over 10 years ago.

This router is perfect for use of dovetail and other small bits. It uses a 1/4" collet. Compared to other models, it is light in weight and easy to use. It uses the #1001 base which is inter-changeable with the model 690. Has plenty of power for its size. If you don't like to change collets, and can afford to purchase an extra router, this model will certainly do the trick.

My father purchased this router in 1963 and used it in his cabinet shop until I inherited it in 1965. It has been the most outstanding power tool that I have ever owned. The brushes have been periodically replaced and last year a new power cord was installed but otherwise zero failures. I have four other routers but the model 100 is the most used. It performs 75% of all my bench level routing work and is very easy to handle in a large variety of routing operations. The excellent useable power,light weight and smooth performance in combination with the robust (all metal) design and long life make this tool a true asset to the pro woodworker or dedicated home craftsman.

I have two 100s, one 40 and one nearly 20 years old. They'll last forever if you change the brushes now and then. A good choice for light to medium duty general routing work and an exellent choice for a beginner to learn with.

This router works great.

It is very manageable, light weight, and has plenty of power for all hand held routering. It bogged down a little when I used a 1/2" straight bit going through red oak at a depth of 3/4" - it only then bogged down when I tried to move through the would quickly. I would much prefer to have this router bog down on the heavy tasks than have a heavy powerful router bog me down for all remaining tasks

This is a fantastic little router. Its perfect for routing trim,moulding, doors,and table tops. Its not very heavy which allows for easy one hand controll,and also good for free handing. If you want one you better get it before they are gone. I contacted Porter-Cable and this router has been discontunied!!!! 5 stars