Item : B00006LUM7 Customer Reviews Excellent value for use in router tables by .. Woodworker (TN) First of all, you might want to shop around a bit, you can find this router way cheaper than $267 (got mine for $210). But even at $267, it's still an exellent value for those who want to use it in a router table. As already mentioned in other reviews, you just take the spring out and you'll have a router with a built-in lift. I really don't know if it's as accurate as a $300 dedicated lift device, but the precision has been more than adequate for the work I do on my router table (mostly cope-and-stick doors). I'd rather put the $300 somewhere else so if you want to save big bucks on a lift, the Triton is the way to go. And those of you who have busted your knuckles when slipping with the chuck wrench under a router table will simply love the above-table bit change feature. When reading the other reviews, I saw some comments on the quality, but I haven't run into any issues like that. My only complaint would be that the safety cover on the switch can be a bit awkward to operate when the router is mounted in a table, if you don't get the cover slid all the way behind the switch, it will snap back once you start the router and shut it off. This is no problem once you get used to it though, the cover will stay in place as long as you push it far enough.. One thing you need to be aware of before you drill your table insert is that the screw pattern in the base is not aligned with the handles, so you need to turn the drilling template slightly if you want the router squared up with the insert. I decided to line up the holes with the insert and install the router slightly turned though, as it makes it a bit easier to reach and operate the switch cover. I use this router in a Kreg precision router table, which is another excellent product that I was able to buy with the money I saved by not having to buy a separate lift. I haven't used it for free-hand routing, but those of you who have never handled a 3 ¼ router before: Be aware. This is a big, heavy router and can probably be difficult to handle due to the weight. However, the soft start is a very nice feature that will make free-hand work much easier and safer. I have seen comments from people saying that the weight can be a possible problem if you use a phenolic table insert, but I don't know if this is really a problem or not. I might upgrade to an aluminum insert later on, but so far, so good. Those of you who are concerned may want to look at the 2 ¼ hp little brother instead, which as an extra feature can be adjusted through the base. So in short: This router is an easy 5 stars if you plan to use it in a router table. A beautiful beast by .. Road Warrior (California) I was locked in an obsessive debate over whether to buy this router or its smaller sibling as a dedicated router for my Lee Valley/Veritas router table. The advantage of this is its power. The advantage of the smaller 2 ¼ HP model is all the goodies that come with it. Plus, it has built-in above the table height adjustment that seemed awfully sexy - and a good value. But then I thought about it. Since this model has a fine height adjustment knob, how big a deal would it be to simply reach under the table and twist the knob (instead of inserting a nice fancy crank from above)? A few others seemed to agree with me. Sometimes I have to remind myself, it's not about having cool tools - it's about making things with tools that work well. I bought this beast and I could not be happier. It is huge. It is powerful. It has great features. It is really well built. It is, unfortunately, sold with largely useless instructions. But once you figure out for yourself how it works (not always entirely intuitive) you realize what a well engineered product it is. A clear, built-in dust collection shroud, an interesting edge guide, and a ½" straight cutting bit round out the package you get. My only less than enthusiastic observation (other than the useless instruction manual) is that it isn't really a soft start - it's more of a delayed start. Nothing particularly soft about it. Is this a problem? No, not at all - just an observation. But here's the best part - the feature that makes it so very, very perfect for use as a dedicated router in a router table. You can do above the table bit changes - really simply and easily. Put that together with the power and the build quality and you have a real winner. Oh, and one other thing. While the instructions are pretty useless, Triton phone support is outstanding - great, knowledgeable people more than willing to help you out. High quallity and value by .. E. Thisdell (Phoenix, Az, USA) The Triton 3 1/4 hp Precision Router delivers what it promises. It is powerfull, quiet and very easy to set up and use. The ability to remove and replace bits above the table and the shaft lock feature along with the precision adjustment knob are inovative and easy to use. I will not hesitate to recommend it to anyone. VERY IMPRESSED, GREAT QUALITY by .. Tim Ryan (Houghton, MI United States) I will admit I had my reservations about purchasing this router after reviewing about 6 other routers via magazine, internet, etc. I finally decided to purchase this router after seeing it attached to the bottom of a Kreg precision router table on YouTube - the table I want. If it's good enough for Kreg to use with their table it's good enough for me. I also emailed a Triton technician and the guy was extremely helpful in pointing me to the right Triton router model. Excellent customer support. The first thing I noticed about the TRA 3.25HP router was the quality of appearance and how it felt. I kept saying to myself, "Wow, this is a beautiful router" My wife thought I was nuts because I kept repeating myself. The router is extremely sturdy, smartly designed, easy to use, and powerful. Plus it included a 1/2" straight bit. I love this router! Some other customers are writing the upper plastic assembly is cheap, not so by any means! The plastic is extremely rigid\hard. Sure it might crack, if you drop it on the cement just like anything else, but, professionals don't drop expensive shop equipment. Some customers are writing the included metal fence plate is "cheap and flimsy". This is a complete lie! I couldn't wait to try and bend it after reading some reviews about it and let me tell you, NO WAY can you bend the fence plate with your hands, not a chance. Maybe if you placed it on the end of your shop table and bashed it stoutly with a hammer. Some customers wrote the depth stop & turret are cheap and useless, once again, completely not so. I used them yesterday and it worked perfect, dead on. In fact, it's such a simple yet brilliant idea. The micro height adjustment is also awesome. I also love the handle winder plunge feature. The router motor is not very loud, to me, and sounds extremely smooth when winding up and slowing down, like a mini jet turbine. I purchased mine for $200 and no shipping! Great job Triton! Awesome capabilities and convenience for the money... by .. E. Myers (Alpharetta, GA) This is an awesome router for the money (paid$200). I have it mounted in a table and love it. It is so smooth and has more than enough power to make any cut including raised panels. As long as you mount the correct handle towards the open side of your router table, it is so easy to reach underneath, give it a twist and then change your bit above the table. The only alternative to this router is to buy a Porter Cable or Milwaukee which are over $100 more and then buy a router lift which will cost another $150 to $250. Those are wonderful systems, but if you're a weekend garage woodworker like me, this is the ultimate table router for $300 less. Another added bonus is the built-in dust collection. This is a great feature for me since I have it mounted in the extension of my table saw. The only bummer was that it did not come with an attachment to hook it directly to my shop vac. I had to buy a separate hose (I believe 1 1/2 inches) and then buy a 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 attachment so I could attach it to the shop vac. Also, the dust collection is a nice feature, but it only works fairly well. One note of caution, this is a very heavy router because it is a large plunge router. I mounted it on a Rockler X-Large router plate which is 1/4 inch thick aluminum, but it has a very slight bow in the middle. I would recommend getting a 3/8 inch thick aluminum router plate. Also, make sure your router table has plenty of support and reinforcement.