Very well built, sturdy and well constructed.

Very well built, sturdy and well constructed.  Read Less

Great power, solid build like all dewalt tools.

Great power, solid build like all dewalt tools.  Read Less

I couldn't get it to adjust properly, the metal rods did not fit well (i used the bigger ones for this model of router) and it ...  Read More

I couldn't get it to adjust properly, the metal rods did not fit well (i used the bigger ones for this model of router) and it feels pretty flimsy.  Read Less

I read the specs for the 18 and assumed this was the same but in a hard case and less powerful motor.

I read the specs for the 18 and assumed this was the same but in a hard case and less powerful motor.  Read Less

The clamping router edge guide was a waste of money, however.

The clamping router edge guide was a waste of money, however.  Read Less

By comparison, the bora jig works very well, is easier to use and helps get a much smoother cut.

By comparison, the bora jig works very well, is easier to use and helps get a much smoother cut.  Read Less

I gave my sears router that i had since college to another college kid who lived across the street, so i was looking for the ve...  Read More

I gave my sears router that i had since college to another college kid who lived across the street, so i was looking for the very best router i can find to replace it.  Read Less

I don’t have other routers to compare to, either by ownership or usage of someone else’s.

I don’t have other routers to compare to, either by ownership or usage of someone else’s.  Read Less

However i didn't notice this model while the same price as the dw618, the dw616 lacks the soft start and variable speed.

However i didn't notice this model while the same price as the dw618, the dw616 lacks the soft start and variable speed.  Read Less