Router Bits

I know that people here have favorite brands of router bits. Has anyone used Woodline? Even if they're not necessarily the best, do you think they are a good deal for the price?

I've got one set of about 7 bits (plywood). They are the WORST bits I've used. I would never buy any of their bits again. Similar bits in other brands cut with less force and leave cleaner edges. They weren't worth the amount I spent because they are so crappy. Go with CMT, Amana, Bosch, Freud, etc, for troublefree performance, Jeff. Learn from my mistake! :)

Dave

JeffB wrote:

JeffB wrote in news:nQXee.26091$ snipped-for-privacy@tornado.socal.rr.com:

Not sure where you are, which rather makes a difference...

Several approached have been tried, including:

• Buying the bits you need as you need them, (or)
• Buying a set of bits, because you got a package price.

Either one works, but it depends on you, your access to tools on short notice, what types of work you do, and how much at any one time.

• Buying 'house brand' bits, and replacing when they wear, (or)
• Buying 'premium brand' bits, and having them professionally sharpened when they wear.

Again, it depends on the work you want to do.

I have bits from Amana, Whiteside, Freud, Rockler, Oldham and Woodcraft in my bit box. Each represents a certain value decision. None is a total loser. Amana & Whiteside are my favorites, but represent the largest investment. CMT & Infinity have received excellent reviews here as well, although I've not tried them.

Patriarch

Now that I have a decent router (and table), I wanted to get a basic set of bits with 1/2" shanks. I have plenty of local woodworking suppliers, so I can quickly get individual bits if needed for a specific purpose. I know that Woodline is a local company, and supports local woodworking organizations, so I have an inclination to send business their way. And I don't mind looking for bargains - if the risk is not too great. The eBay $20 digital calipers and $20 carbide tipped drill bits were just fine, the $20 carbide router bit set was junk.

Woodline sells good sounding basic router bit sets - 12 bits/$60, 24 bits/$89,

"Good sounding" bits? Jeff, they are the pits! Truly the worst quality bits I've come across. do yourself a favor and don't make the same mistake I did. I was lured by the low price, but they aren't worth even the cheap price I paid.

Dave

JeffB wrote:

I have a bunch'o Woodline bits and I don't have a problem with them. They are not equal to the best, nor as bad as the worst. They frequent the woodworking shows here in SoCal and I often pick up a few of this or that bits. I would not spend a bunch'o money with them sight unseen. Go with the better stuff if you must buy sets. But I think you will find Woodline acceptable for the price for run'o'the'mill edging or patterning bits. I have their solid carbide up spiral bits in 1/4 and 1/2" sizes and they cut great.

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I have their (Woodline) straight bits. I have to push the wood much harder than a comparable size Bosch bit, and they leave a ragged edge when making dados. The Bosch leaves a clean cut.

Dave

Pounds >>I know that people here have favorite brands of router bits. Has anyone > > used >

I have quite a few of Woodline bits they do a fine job for me. Haven't had any problems as someone else posted. I especially like their fast shipping when I need a bit fast.