A while back you convinced to get a Lamello Zeta P2 which I am currently planning as my next tool purchase. Now you are persuading me to get an OF2200. I like the way you think. My wallet does not
The Festool Router Rollercoaster: How I Ended Up Right Back Where I Started
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Crazyraceguy
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Dude, that's only 7.....
We can definitely pressure you more. 
Heck, I have 5 Festool routers alone
That might change some day, I don't really need the duplicates anymoreThat's funny, right there.
Yes, while jumping over rainbows.....with a pot of gold, at the end.
LOL
rmhinden
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I think you know the answer this issue, buy bothA while back you convinced to get a Lamello Zeta P2 which I am currently planning as my next tool purchase. Now you are persuading me to get an OF2200. I like the way you think. My wallet does not
Bob
smorgasbord
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Way to mix fictional and non-fictional characters!
luvmytoolz
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I suppose the more realistic analogy would be Chuck Norris and Fred Astaire! ;-)
Chuck Norris once killed two stones with one bird!
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luvmytoolz
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You will seriously be amazed by the Lamello when you get it, it's an incredible tool, and a marvel of engineering.A while back you convinced to get a Lamello Zeta P2 which I am currently planning as my next tool purchase. Now you are persuading me to get an OF2200. I like the way you think. My wallet does not
Kinda like the OF2200! ;-)
@rmhinden and @luvmytoolz my decision to get the Lamello Zeta P2 started just like this…reading all the positive comments about it on FOG. Maybe I should quit reviewing this thread because it might convince I do actually “need” an OF2200.
After reading your comments I was all set to keep the MFK 700 and the Dewalt DCW620 (maybe grab another battery for good measure), and replace the OF 2200 with a motor that has a proper lift and plate. Felt like a tidy, sensible plan. Then I read all your other comments and thought, “ah, forget it—I’ll keep the beast.” The OF 2200 really is a magnificent chunk of engineering, and I just know I’d wake up one day, mid-project, and curse myself for letting it go.
I suppose it feels a bit pointless right now because I’ve been buried in cabinet work, where the MFK 700 has been king. But the moment a proper furniture project rolls in, the 2200 will probably rise like a Norse god and remind me why it exists.
That said, it’s hard not to question the logic of owning such a masterpiece that mostly gathers dust between glory moments. I think the sweet spot might be to sell the OF 2200’s accessory kit. After about two years, I’ve only used the edge guide—everything else is still pristine. That would free up a bit of space, satisfy my minimalist tendencies, and put a few bucks back in the jar.
The OF 2200 earns its keep just by being the tool that makes visitors stop mid-step and whisper, “whoa.”
And yes, 100% with you on the Zeta P2—it’s pure sorcery. Attached photo of the two buddies.
I suppose it feels a bit pointless right now because I’ve been buried in cabinet work, where the MFK 700 has been king. But the moment a proper furniture project rolls in, the 2200 will probably rise like a Norse god and remind me why it exists.
That said, it’s hard not to question the logic of owning such a masterpiece that mostly gathers dust between glory moments. I think the sweet spot might be to sell the OF 2200’s accessory kit. After about two years, I’ve only used the edge guide—everything else is still pristine. That would free up a bit of space, satisfy my minimalist tendencies, and put a few bucks back in the jar.
The OF 2200 earns its keep just by being the tool that makes visitors stop mid-step and whisper, “whoa.”
And yes, 100% with you on the Zeta P2—it’s pure sorcery. Attached photo of the two buddies.
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luvmytoolz
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I've been accused of having more tools than is good for one person, and while it might seem excessive to some, I'm also a process efficiency nut. I don't mind sanding and hand oiling 20 coats on furniture as it gets me the desired results, but I do like the convenience of picking a tool up and just using it for the task. Hence so many routers, most for a specific task.
I also have lived long enough to have sold many things I thought I could do without to bring a little money in, only to regret that in most cases. So if a particular tool sits for 2 years in-between jobs, I'm fine with that. When I need it, I know it's there, and I don't have to worry about paying someone else to do the work, so it's all clear profit once the tools done enough work so far as I'm concerned.
Tools that have been replaced or consolidated into a new model, or bought purely for specific one or few time projects are a different matter, I do tend to sell them as there's a point I know that project has reached end of life or will never be repeated, and the tool has no further use beyond the project.
luvmytoolz
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The Divario's such a brilliant connector, the fact you can pull it out if needed is terrific and very useful if the end users needs change.
I was watching a video of another spring loaded connector product for shelving the other day, and it looked really great, but once it's in, that's it unless you smash the unit up.
onocoffee
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These are Life Goals!Dude, that's only 7.....
Heck, I have 5 Festool routers alone
And I have to admit that you were one of the influences that made it okay to have multiple routers setup with different bits. Just brilliant.
Crazyraceguy
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SEE........it's Bob. He is the bad influence!I think you know the answer this issue, buy both
Bob
I don't know whether to say thank you or I'm sorry?
Owning my own tools, in a shop full of guys who expect the company to supply everything, along with having semi-permanent set-ups had a lot to do with my success.
The speed/simplicity did a lot for me and my process, which changed/developed, over the years. I already had the mentality, from my mechanic days, then @PaulMarcel was the catalyst, that clued me in to the Festool system. That moved me to the next level.
mino
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This.
There are go-to tools.
And then, then there are those "take care of what got-to's just cannot handle".
One may pull out The Beast once a year. But each of those times means some other, way more expensive (time/money) workaround was avoided. If it can earn its keep in a table in between, all the better. The alternative would be a less-than-ideal big router plus a dedicated table setup.
As for space/accessories ... I would instead repurpose its main systainer. If you keep it mostly in a table, there is no benefit in wasting an empty systainer for it ...
/proud owner of a Protool CSP 145 E ... used twice, no, not passing it along anytime soon ../
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I have a bunch of routers, including an OF1400 and MFK 700--both area really nice tools. But for my router table, I picked up a Porter Cable 3hp router for like $50 years ago from a theater set shop that was clearing out old tools. Picked up a second one with the plunge base couple of years ago just because it was practically free. I"d love a OF2200 but it seems wasted in a router table frankly. I rarely need such a big handheld powerhouse but if I did, I'd want that big Festool baby.
luvmytoolz
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@johnbro I don't have one but I've always thought the Porter Cables are a great design for dovetail work with the low down side handles. Very useful.
I have my old ELU MOF177 relegated to this task as it's a pita changing back and forward with the OF2200.
And yes, the OF2200's are much better left to roam free instead of caged up under a table!
I have my old ELU MOF177 relegated to this task as it's a pita changing back and forward with the OF2200.
And yes, the OF2200's are much better left to roam free instead of caged up under a table!
