OF 1400 or OF 1010 ?

[Wood Hog]

I'm sure this question has been answered before, but here goes anyway. I've recently  scored an amazing deal on a used LR 32 in excellent condition, I already have a massive shaper table that I do raised panel doors, rails and styles which I feel is a lot safer than using a portable router. The reason I need a Festool router at all is because I want the ability to be able to make moveable shelf holes, 35mm euro hinge cups on cabinet doors and to align  draw slides ( I only use Blum) and dovetail joinery, that's all i need it for.  I should also add that my cabinets are built on the 32mm method but have face frames and all my doors are inset.
That being said would you recommend the OF1400 or the OF1010? I'm leaning toward the OF 1010 because of its weight and size, but is it up to the jobs I have described?
Thanks

PS Peter Hurry up and make that 1010 video I can't seem to find a good one? [smile]

 

[peter halle]

If you really only want it for the LR-32 then go with the OF1010.  The height of the machine (because of where you place your hand to plunge it) will make the job more comfortable.

Peter

 

[Birdhunter]

Personal opinion.... once you use the 1400, you will find other uses for it and, eventually, you will want to use a bit with a 1/2" shaft. I've got both the 1010 and the 1400. I tend to reach for the 1400 even if the 1010 could do the job.

 

[Wood Hog]

Personal opinion.... once you use the 1400, you will find other uses for it and, eventually, you will want to use a bit with a 1/2" shaft. I've got both the 1010 and the 1400. I tend to reach for the 1400 even if the 1010 could do the job.

Thanks Birdhunter
To clarify my shaper table also can accept 1/4" and 1/2" bits as well as 1/2" 3/4" and 1" spindles  I just want to know does the 1010 have the  powers needed to do the jobs I mention, or do other find it lacking in power?

 

[nclemmons]

I have both routers.

1010 is more than capable for what you outline.  Great size, weight, power and versatility.  The LR32 was originally made for the 1010.

You will be very happy with it.

 

[Sparktrician]

I have both routers.

1010 is more than capable for what you outline.  Great size, weight, power and versatility.  The LR32 was originally made for the 1010.

You will be very happy with it.

Concur 100%.  The OF 1010 is a delight to use with the LR 32, not to mention the Leigh dovetail jig. 

 

[gsdvorak]

I have both routers as well- the 1400 was purchased first.  That is my go-to router, but I bought the 1010 specifically to use with the LR32 system as I found the 1400 a little too bulky for this purpose. 

I'm sure I'll find other uses for the 1010 later, but for now, it will be 'married' to my LR32.

Regards,
Gerald

 

[serlokas]

Owned of1400 for over a year now. Great router. But still bought a smaller performer as of1400 is slightly too bulky for some tasks. It's all rounder more than for specific tasks. Of 1010 will do you just fine.

 

[semenza]

Yup, 1010 for what you want (and it will do more), you won't have any power problems.

Seth

 

[waho6o9]

Another vote for the 1010, you're going to enjoy

using that router.

 

[Stone Message]

I'm sure this question has been answered before, but here goes anyway. I've recently  scored an amazing deal on a used LR 32 in excellent condition, I already have a massive shaper table that I do raised panel doors, rails and styles which I feel is a lot safer than using a portable router. The reason I need a Festool router at all is because I want the ability to be able to make moveable shelf holes, 35mm euro hinge cups on cabinet doors and to align  draw slides ( I only use Blum) and dovetail joinery, that's all i need it for.  I should also add that my cabinets are built on the 32mm method but have face frames and all my doors are inset.
That being said would you recommend the OF1400 or the OF1010? I'm leaning toward the OF 1010 because of its weight and size, but is it up to the jobs I have described?
Thanks

PS Peter Hurry up and make that 1010 video I can't seem to find a good one? [smile]

I am nearly there. The filming is finished (despite not having my wireless mic for most of it) and I have been editing for 2 days.

It will be in 2 parts and both should go up no later than Wednesday but I will try and get there sooner.

My advice to you, given your other tools and your expressed needs, is the OF 1010. It is simply brilliant. I am sure Ron (Jobsworth) will not mind me saying that he too loves the OF 1010. I do understand why so many people call it their "go to" router.

Peter

 

[Wood Hog]

Thanks all who responded to my question, it seems like the the votes for 1010 has it, I just needed help from some of you fine gentlemen to spend more of my money, thanks guys.  I don't see my self getting another router because of the shaper table, but you never know. I just got back from picking up the LR32 saved $275.00 over a new one, so I can justify buying the 1010. Funny I think this website is full of people just like me trying to justify another tool.
I really wish there was a good video out there on the 1010, I'm kind of surprised there isn't, at least I know Ole Peter will give us something informative and entertaining to watch, really looking forward to that one.

Thanks

 

[sancho57]

I'm sure this question has been answered before, but here goes anyway. I've recently  scored an amazing deal on a used LR 32 in excellent condition, I already have a massive shaper table that I do raised panel doors, rails and styles which I feel is a lot safer than using a portable router. The reason I need a Festool router at all is because I want the ability to be able to make moveable shelf holes, 35mm euro hinge cups on cabinet doors and to align  draw slides ( I only use Blum) and dovetail joinery, that's all i need it for.  I should also add that my cabinets are built on the 32mm method but have face frames and all my doors are inset.
That being said would you recommend the OF1400 or the OF1010? I'm leaning toward the OF 1010 because of its weight and size, but is it up to the jobs I have described?
Thanks

PS Peter Hurry up and make that 1010 video I can't seem to find a good one? [smile]

I am nearly there. The filming is finished (despite not having my wireless mic for most of it) and I have been editing for 2 days.

It will be in 2 parts and both should go up no later than Wednesday but I will try and get there sooner.

My advice to you, given your other tools and your expressed needs, is the OF 1010. It is simply brilliant. I am sure Ron (Jobsworth) will not mind me saying that he too loves the OF 1010. I do understand why so many people call it their "go to" router.

Peter

IMO The 1010 is the most versitile router I have ever used. It has plenty of power and with the accessories can do a lot of things that you would need to buy specialized routers for. I use it for 99.9% of all my free hand routing.

You will not be disappointed with it. Besure to buy the edge guide which is sold seperately you will need that.

If I didnt have a 2200 which I dont use in my CMS, I would be using the 1010 for that to.  The only issue  I would have wouldd be the 1/4 and 8mm collet size. But since I dont mount my 2200 in the CMS I have no worries about that

 

[Gary in Texas]

The 1010 can handle a lot.  I too got the 1010 primarily for use with the LR 32 system, made several sysports today with it.  I haven't used it with my Leigh dovetail jig yet, but think due to its design it will handle that well, plus, I have the 8mm bits that I can use with the 1010.

Bit size is the only drawback for the 1010, so if you go with it just realize your set ups and feed rates will need to be based on either 1/4" or 8mm bit shanks.

If this was going to be my only router (besides the shaper), then I would go with the OF 1400.  More powerful, accepts 1/2" shank bits, will still work fine with the LR 32, and if you ever need that extra HP, you've got it.... 

Gary

 

[wow]

No question the OF1010 is the right choice for you in this instance. Just be prepared to add the 1400 to your stable as you find all sorts of things you'll want to do after you get the 1010.

it's not so much that you'll need the 1400 because of any inadequacies in the 1010. It's more that you'll want it to complement the 1010 and round out your 'collection'.

Remember - there's always room for one more Systainer!

[wink]

 

[Wood Hog]

The 1010 can handle a lot.  I too got the 1010 primarily for use with the LR 32 system, made several sysports today with it.  I haven't used it with my Leigh dovetail jig yet, but think due to its design it will handle that well, plus, I have the 8mm bits that I can use with the 1010.

Bit size is the only drawback for the 1010, so if you go with it just realize your set ups and feed rates will need to be based on either 1/4" or 8mm bit shanks.

If this was going to be my only router (besides the shaper), then I would go with the OF 1400.  More powerful, accepts 1/2" shank bits, will still work fine with the LR 32, and if you ever need that extra HP, you've got it.... 

Gary

Just curious, why would I need more HP if I have a shaper?  I already have some 1/4" bits but mainly 1/2" then the shaper knifes. My thought was the shaper would fill the roll of the larger router when needed, I forgot to mention I have a larger porter cable router as well but I rarely use it now and will be selling it, if anyones interested, in fact the last time I used it was just before I got the shaper 4 years ago. I do admit though there could be a time when I might need the portability,  of a larger HP router depending on the project at the time.

 

[Wood Hog]

DID IT. Ordered the OF1010, its coming Monday along with 55" Holy grail/ rail ,some clamps, and some other thingy's .
I thought while I'm at it i'll take the Domino 700 and 500 for a test drive, still not sure which one of those, probably the 700. This has been a crazy expensive month and a half, I didn't think id buy so much this quickly. Thanks again FOG 'ers for your help, ( that doesn't sound right [smile])

 

[Srbrownjr175]

If you really only want it for the LR-32 then go with the OF1010.  The height of the machine (because of where you place your hand to plunge it) will make the job more comfortable.

Peter

Peter when the LR-32 is in play is that the only reason for using the OF1010.  I was planning on the 1400 and the LR-32 could you elaborate on this?