Item : B000051WRZ Customer Reviews Nice Machine With One Little Flaw.......... by .. J. Holahan (Henderson, Nevada) There is a bolt that holds the step adjuster to the base. The bolt is held to the base by a compression washer which is visible when you remove the base plate from the router. Mounted upside down in a table, this washer is the only thing supporting the entire weight of the router. The adjusting rod locks into this step adjuster allowing you to adjust the height of the router from under the table. There is a button that you push to release the spring pressure. A nice feature considering the weight of the router. This washer slipped off of the bolt and the router dropped like a rock in my table when the machine was running. Luckily I have a paddle switch which allowed for a quick power down. I returned it to the store and the sales gal called Bosch to see if they have revised this part. I will find out tomorrow if they have redesigned this little bolt. If it was machined with a washer type head to prevent it from slipping through the base, the problem would be solved but there is no way that the compression washer will hold the weight of this machine under a table. Even if they machined a groove in the bolt and used a snap ring to hold it, that would work. In fairness, it would probably work fine as a plunge router but I would not buy it for use under a router table. If Bosch has not revised this part, I will get a refund and look into another manufacturer. Too bad because it really is a nice machine and it has all the features you would want in a router. If I hear any positive news, I will update this review. 03/26/2009 - Bosch explained to the store that they had a series of these washers that were undersized and they found their way into the production line. They shipped 2 new washers to the store and we reassembled the router. Guess what? Same problem! I released the locking mechanism while holding the router upside down and it fell to the end of the plunge. The washer slipped off right along with it. I returned the router and the sales gal gave me a refund. In the upright position, used as a plunge router, this lock does not come into play. So, as a plunge router, I would recommend it highly. Lots of power, soft start, one wrench bit removal, 6 speeds, on/off switch built into the grip, the works. Really a nice tool but not for use in a router table. Hope this helps....................Joe. Awesome Router by .. L. L. Maron (Florida, USA) The Bosch1619EVS is top of the line. The soft start lets you ease into your work. You can change bits quickly and easily with one wrench thanks to an easily accessible locking mechanism. For grins, I decided to use it to trim some laminate on a workstation I had just completed and it absolutely flew through the job. I may discard my tiny battery powered laminate trimmer. The router is well balanced and stable with plenty of power to spare. The start is on the right handgrip so it is very easy and convenient to use. The plunge release is within thumb's reach of the left handgrip. There are coarse and fine depth adjustments which are helpful and easy to use. I have no complaints. I am a female so this router is a bit heavy for me but I do not consider that a significant problem and it hasn't stopped me in the least. Great router by .. S. Sumerlin (Chesapeake, VA) Working on whole house remodel including new kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanity and several bookcases. Had router for about a year, works great, lives up to Bosch name. Amazon price was best I could find. Will be adding router table to table saw and see how well that works. Done everything from pine, 3/4" plywood to 1" oak without problem. Will be checking out ability to make stile and rail door panel cuts in near future. Rocky start, good finish by .. Jack Arnouts (Salt Point, NY USA) I have been using mine for about 3 years in my router table. The first one I received failed after the first days use. It took a few weeks for a Warranty replacment to arrive. I agree with all the top reviews for this router. I have cut molding to raised panels in all types of hard and soft wood, It does a great job. My only wish is that you could make fine adjustments from above the table. I gave 4 stars for the failed fist unit, but it has worked fine ever since. Would be a 5 star rating but I have a couple of nits to pick. by .. Joseph Polanco (Ohio) The 1619EVS is the best overall unit I've ever used (and there have been many) at any price, however, I do have a couple of issues. First off, this is a monstrously big and heavy unit and although I'm glad for the sturdiness and stability that affords, man are my arms tired after a couple of hours. There is little that Bosch can do without sacrificing quality, however, forewarned is forearmed. The second thing is that although very efficient and effective, the dust control hood poorly designed for the material used. It's formed from 16th inch plastic and mine broke at the collar within minutes of use. I was able to fix and reinforce it, but that only lasted for another couple of months and only then because I was very aware of its fragile state and babied it. Eventually I was forced to call Bosch customer service and request a replacement under warranty and I'm delighted to tell you that my experience with them at this level was everything you could hope for. They listened sympathetically to my whining and cheerfully sent out a replacement without so much as a proof of purchase request. I own a few Bosch tools and have until now never needed the warranty service, but armed with the knowledge of their level of support, I'm absolutely planning on making future acquisitions Bosch equipment when possible. A great product backed up by 1st class customer service.