Whiteside. Been using them for thirty-five years. Durable, clean cutting. Never a problem. Family-owned American company. They have made custom bits for me, and by the way, they answer the phone. I have a few Freud and CMT bits; also good. When I can get it though, I prefer high quality made in the USA.
Agree 100%. I’ve only bought Freud bits for over 20 years. I had to round over some Osage, which actually sparks because of minerals inside and the Freud bits are the only brand that stands up to the task. Just remember to tighten them so you don’t have a “Freudian Slip” .
I've been using CMT bits for over 20 some odd years now. Have a stable full of them, sets and singles. Great bit for the buck. I always find great deals on them. Love them, never failed me. Made in Italy too. Very surprised no comments mentioned them....
Forgot to mention that I have a very old ( probably from mid 90's) set of 1/4" Freud bits that I have never had problems with. However my opinion is CMT wins....
Clint literally put his life in harms way so his viewers could get a clear unobstructed view of his demonstration. Shows how much he cares about us. VCG wouldn't do that! They ain't got nuttin on TRZ.
Buy the ½in , you can always get the ¼ adapter if you need one, most ½ will accept ¼, depending on brand of router, plus the ½ dissipate heat better for longer life.
For less important work I use 1/4 shank Skil carbide router bits that were purchased on sale at Lowes with great success. For the important work or router table projects, the 1/2 shank Whiteside bits come out
I bought the yellow version of the cheapies. Yellow works better than red. However, those are starter bits for the infrequent styles. I'll eventually upgrade the more frequently used bits. I'm impressed by the rabbiting bit eating that much money.. I mean... wood off so quickly without burning. Also wish I could get some of Freud's bits in yellow...
Love the video. Laugh a lot but also learned a lot . I just bought my first router (DeWalt DCW600) and just one 1/4 bit by Diablo, which is made in Italy, so it must have a Romantic Vibe, therefore, if wife (or husband, Significant other, etc.)) sees you routing with this bit, you may look like a super model, start speaking Italian and routing will stop for a small break....
Love, love, LOVE those router bits!!!! I've bought and used them for several years and GOLLY GEE BOB HOWDY...do they work sooooo nice! I've had problems with 1/4" shanks pulling out of my router in oak and screwing up my project...yeah, they were dovetail bits and by screwing up I mean UP! (Cause we know how pricey oak is...) had to redesign that project...I was like an angry gnome over that. When I went with those 1/2" bits...😍❤😍❤😍❤ love at first use! So 👍👍young man for showing these! And, yeah, a polite golf clap for you too!👏👏👏👏👏
man im only 2 min into this video and you said when the wood industry collapse happens you're gonna buy a ton of wood and that is so relatable i just build a full wood storage rack in my shed with nothing on it because I'm gonna stock up heavy when it happens and I cant wait to see some of your projects!
@@ToolReviewZone shhhheeesh you get them that cheap I’ll take a drive north and buy half your stock for double so you can go have some fun and keep this channel going 😂 best of luck love the videos
I also own freud router bit when they had a full line of different profiles spent nearly 1500$ on a few bits specially on the entry door bit set that was 350$ considering a custom door with 2 sidelights can cost 10000$ Canadian pessos, lumber cost can be around 400-500$ glass will cost around 500$ so you can still profit around 7000$ being on cheap side , I love the freud bits , also there are infinity cutting bits and also mlcs router bits the katana version , thanks for your videos
I use Bosch, Amana, and Freud, but also own a set of Yonnico's. For the bits I use often, yes buy the top self, but it's nice to have the Yonnico's on hand in such a big selection as well for lighter use.
I have the Milwaukee M18 fuel 1/4 router. Though there are limitations of a 1/4 inch router, my Milwaukee fuel router is real nice like. I went straight to the Diablo router bits instead of buying the el cheapo and tested their round over on a scrap piece of osb and it’s like hot knife through butter and I basically made a factory edge.
Usually I’m using a 1/4 collet trim router for the work I do; or if doing framing and siding a house/building and cutting out doors/windows etc…will break out the 1/2 corded router for that power, as the cordless trim routers still kinda struggle a bit (and if they don’t, your burning up the juice in your battery pretty darn quick and if ya gotta cutout 20 windows, 8 doors for example, definitely not using cordless router; gonna go BEAST MODE with the Bosch, imo). Do want to get back doing “wood working” (custom builds for diff furniture: chairs, cabinets, shelves, etc….), but it will DEFINITELY 100% be when those prices come down so I’m able to actually make somewhat of a profit to help continue on w/ this fun “side hobby” I’ll call it. Not sure would go over w/ ppl if all of a sudden a usual”simple” table I make sells ¹ around $130-$240 (depending on options); starts selling for $650-$1000🤦🏼. I’m pretty good, but I’m not making 14k jewelry w/ diamonds or anything 😂 Thx for vid and recommendations on router bits. Do like Freud Bits also….along w/ a few different ones✌🏻 ¹ been long day and have a seriously bad Migraine; so apologize for typos or sentences that “sound” odd
Just got a willfukyee M18 router because it came with a free 5AH battery. Then VCG sez the 5AH batteries are (not worth paying for), but the router will come in handy after I do all the other rough work I do, so thanks for the rec on the bits. Now I just have to figure out which bits fit the dang thing, don't even have it in my tool crib yet, still at the office, in the box, sitting on the floor. The (free?) battery has seen some use already, in a impact driver and angle grinder though. Felt like a criminal the other day removing the heads of some one-way bolts on a security door. Gonna need some metal epoxy and black paint to cover up the gouges in that frame rail, I tell you what.
I don't have a router yet, but I really want 1. Wish I weren't so poor. It sucks. I usually use Ryobi, but EVERYBODY says the router is awful. I'll have 2 get another brand. I'm goin 1/2 in and straight 2 the Freud. U da man!
Yonico bits are significantly cheaper than Freud, which I own a bunch of, but cut just as good, IMO. They are sold by Precision Router Bits and online at the store named after the Big River. I have a lot of Ryobi tools and have not had problems, except for one trim router that I ran the piss out of and burned out. I happened to have a second, so am still good to go. Since then, I also bought a Makita corded, which is now my go to trim router. I also bought a big Triton plunge router, that I still have to use, but expect to be a beast. Opps. Forgot one. I have a Kobalt router that came with a Kobalt aluminum router table. Not a bad set for the money. I used it with Freud bits to cut rabbets in 2" thick maple boards.
For diyers I'll recommend buy a cheap router bit set from the Amazon. Then you will find out which router bits you use more and replace this only with the freud.
Lets talk about my bits. My bits are sharper and thicker than your bit. And it lasts longer. Not only that, but it can deliver more penetration at a higher speed with out those dry burns and chafing. Yes, my bits are smooth and git the job done to the highest level of satisfaction. The only thing they cannot do is trim the bushes around my deck.
I have had these exact bits wear away when dadoing red oak plywood. Granted it was 9 plys of OAK, not the typical fir core stuff from the box store - but still...the diameter of the bit should not have changed after only 40 feet of cutting, and I might think I just got a hold of one "Lemon" but, but it happened to three bits in a row, that were purchased in different locations, son not likely it was a bad run of bits either...
mint condition bits, new in box on my shelf. seriously though, i need to move a gas line for some fancy new stove my wife got. had to go to 3 stores and still not exactly what i wanted, had to cob some different crap together to make it all work. empty shelves for shut off valves and no flare 90's...wtf
What a great demo Clint! Think I'm gonna have to pick some of those bits up! 👍🏼But for both my chop saws, I got Diablo. Those blades ROCK! Thanks again for the great and hilarious content!
Clint, I'll need two bags of chips and dust. You know one to crap on and the other to cover it up. Let me know when you buy all the lumber from the evil ones. Triton is a great plunge router...try it out. Frued is a great bit, use them all the time, they don't fail.
I was actually pretty good router bits also dado router bits and I think Amos is another good brand but I'm not saying it right but you can have the best router bits out there on the market and if you don't take care of them and keep them maintained they will all be garbage. 👊🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
The Ryobi got hung up on the base because you were moving it over those two humongous, rough cut holes, complete with splinters sticking up diagonally. What else would one expect to happen with the end result?
Hey, so still waiting for the wood crash to see your, sweet routered wood projects. 🤔 Maybe its time for a trim router review… Why? Well because I am thinking I may buy one. 😂🤣😂
Maybe if you hate the ryobi router so much after years of use…. You should remove the original review video where you spoke highly of it lol. I just purchased one as my first router then come here to research bits, and hear about how much you hate the router lol
Freud are amazing router bits I have several of the 1/2 and 1/4 bits I also love diablo router bits and been loving my skilsaw router bits as well @ToolReviewZone
Whiteside. Been using them for thirty-five years. Durable, clean cutting. Never a problem. Family-owned American company. They have made custom bits for me, and by the way, they answer the phone. I have a few Freud and CMT bits; also good. When I can get it though, I prefer high quality made in the USA.
Agree 100%. I’ve only bought Freud bits for over 20 years. I had to round over some Osage, which actually sparks because of minerals inside and the Freud bits are the only brand that stands up to the task. Just remember to tighten them so you don’t have a “Freudian Slip” .
I've been using CMT bits for over 20 some odd years now. Have a stable full of them, sets and singles. Great bit for the buck. I always find great deals on them. Love them, never failed me. Made in Italy too.
Very surprised no comments mentioned them....
Forgot to mention that I have a very old ( probably from mid 90's) set of 1/4" Freud bits that I have never had problems with. However my opinion is CMT wins....
Cmt = the beat
CMT bits are good. I have a few.
Clint literally put his life in harms way so his viewers could get a clear unobstructed view of his demonstration. Shows how much he cares about us. VCG wouldn't do that! They ain't got nuttin on TRZ.
Hahaha, damn right Jim 🤣 They need to stop being so selfish 🤣😂😜
Buy the ½in , you can always get the ¼ adapter if you need one, most ½ will accept ¼, depending on brand of router, plus the ½ dissipate heat better for longer life.
For less important work I use 1/4 shank Skil carbide router bits that were purchased on sale at Lowes with great success. For the important work or router table projects, the 1/2 shank Whiteside bits come out
Damn right 👊
I bought the yellow version of the cheapies. Yellow works better than red. However, those are starter bits for the infrequent styles. I'll eventually upgrade the more frequently used bits. I'm impressed by the rabbiting bit eating that much money.. I mean... wood off so quickly without burning. Also wish I could get some of Freud's bits in yellow...
I have woodtek router bits and some old Craftsman carbide.
Love the video. Laugh a lot but also learned a lot . I just bought my first router (DeWalt DCW600) and just one 1/4 bit by Diablo, which is made in Italy, so it must have a Romantic Vibe, therefore, if wife (or husband, Significant other, etc.)) sees you routing with this bit, you may look like a super model, start speaking Italian and routing will stop for a small break....
Love, love, LOVE those router bits!!!! I've bought and used them for several years and GOLLY GEE BOB HOWDY...do they work sooooo nice! I've had problems with 1/4" shanks pulling out of my router in oak and screwing up my project...yeah, they were dovetail bits and by screwing up I mean UP! (Cause we know how pricey oak is...) had to redesign that project...I was like an angry gnome over that. When I went with those 1/2" bits...😍❤😍❤😍❤ love at first use! So 👍👍young man for showing these! And, yeah, a polite golf clap for you too!👏👏👏👏👏
Hahaha, thise gnomes do get very angry Jim hahaha 😆
man im only 2 min into this video and you said when the wood industry collapse happens you're gonna buy a ton of wood and that is so relatable i just build a full wood storage rack in my shed with nothing on it because I'm gonna stock up heavy when it happens and I cant wait to see some of your projects!
Haha, I'm buying it all bro. 34 cents per 2x4.. I'm calling it!
@@ToolReviewZone shhhheeesh you get them that cheap I’ll take a drive north and buy half your stock for double so you can go have some fun and keep this channel going 😂 best of luck love the videos
@@bradleegibson7708 haha thanks Bradlee!!!!
Whiteside bits are my go to. 1/2" bits also reduce deflection when ur gettin after it
I also own freud router bit when they had a full line of different profiles spent nearly 1500$ on a few bits specially on the entry door bit set that was 350$ considering a custom door with 2 sidelights can cost 10000$ Canadian pessos, lumber cost can be around 400-500$ glass will cost around 500$ so you can still profit around 7000$ being on cheap side , I love the freud bits , also there are infinity cutting bits and also mlcs router bits the katana version , thanks for your videos
“Canadian pesos” 😂😂😂
I use Bosch, Amana, and Freud, but also own a set of Yonnico's. For the bits I use often, yes buy the top self, but it's nice to have the Yonnico's on hand in such a big selection as well for lighter use.
well the cases from the cheapys are nice, when they break, I buy a Freud and pop it in the pretty case as my replacement
Is Bosch good?
I have Bosch, Freud, Jesada, and CMT. Lately I've been buying Whiteside bits and they're outstanding.
I have Bosch and Diablo router bits and those are real nasss like.
Smeeesh that like button. 👀👉🏽 👍🏽
Thabks for the feedback and SMEEESH Jason!!!!
I have the Milwaukee M18 fuel 1/4 router. Though there are limitations of a 1/4 inch router, my Milwaukee fuel router is real nice like. I went straight to the Diablo router bits instead of buying the el cheapo and tested their round over on a scrap piece of osb and it’s like hot knife through butter and I basically made a factory edge.
Usually I’m using a 1/4 collet trim router for the work I do; or if doing framing and siding a house/building and cutting out doors/windows etc…will break out the 1/2 corded router for that power, as the cordless trim routers still kinda struggle a bit (and if they don’t, your burning up the juice in your battery pretty darn quick and if ya gotta cutout 20 windows, 8 doors for example, definitely not using cordless router; gonna go BEAST MODE with the Bosch, imo).
Do want to get back doing “wood working” (custom builds for diff furniture: chairs, cabinets, shelves, etc….), but it will DEFINITELY 100% be when those prices come down so I’m able to actually make somewhat of a profit to help continue on w/ this fun “side hobby” I’ll call it. Not sure would go over w/ ppl if all of a sudden a usual”simple” table I make sells ¹ around $130-$240 (depending on options); starts selling for $650-$1000🤦🏼. I’m pretty good, but I’m not making 14k jewelry w/ diamonds or anything 😂
Thx for vid and recommendations on router bits. Do like Freud Bits also….along w/ a few different ones✌🏻
¹ been long day and have a seriously bad Migraine; so apologize for typos or sentences that “sound” odd
Always awesome info in my dude Aepek's comments. Also, I had to re-type this reply 3 times as my Grammer is crap even on my good days brother 🤣👊
Thx for the tips, but most of my routing will not be finish work, so I will suffer the lower quality associated with lower price.
Your passion alone spells craftsmanship and that alone is enough for me to want to learn from you. Subscribed! 😉
Welcome to the channel D!!!
I have mostly Diablo router bits because like Acme Tools says, “do your best work”!
CMT is gold standard.
Freud and Diablo are my go to bits! I’m glad I routed my way to your channel. It’s rounded my edges of thinking about so many tools and accessories.
Just got a willfukyee M18 router because it came with a free 5AH battery. Then VCG sez the 5AH batteries are (not worth paying for), but the router will come in handy after I do all the other rough work I do, so thanks for the rec on the bits. Now I just have to figure out which bits fit the dang thing, don't even have it in my tool crib yet, still at the office, in the box, sitting on the floor. The (free?) battery has seen some use already, in a impact driver and angle grinder though. Felt like a criminal the other day removing the heads of some one-way bolts on a security door. Gonna need some metal epoxy and black paint to cover up the gouges in that frame rail, I tell you what.
The Milwaukee router is awesome. I use 1/4" bits in mine, and Diablo makes great bits that will fit👊
The only router bits I buy are Freud. Always buy router bits made in Italy.
Thanks bro! My hardware store just started carrying these bits. Spendy but one every pay day isn't so bad!
Have a bunch of Freud bits. Great choice. Love the quadra-cuts. I also use Amana and Whiteside bits, identical quality. Excellent review!
Awesomeness, thanks for the feedback AB!!!!
I still need to get a router, but when I do, I’ll probably just buy regular Whiteside and the Astra coated versions only when I need a specific bit.
I don't have a router yet, but I really want 1. Wish I weren't so poor. It sucks. I usually use Ryobi, but EVERYBODY says the router is awful. I'll have 2 get another brand. I'm goin 1/2 in and straight 2 the Freud. U da man!
The ryobi compact is OK, but this one drives me nuts. I guess if your just doing some light work from time to time it would be ok
Yonico bits are significantly cheaper than Freud, which I own a bunch of, but cut just as good, IMO. They are sold by Precision Router Bits and online at the store named after the Big River. I have a lot of Ryobi tools and have not had problems, except for one trim router that I ran the piss out of and burned out. I happened to have a second, so am still good to go. Since then, I also bought a Makita corded, which is now my go to trim router. I also bought a big Triton plunge router, that I still have to use, but expect to be a beast. Opps. Forgot one. I have a Kobalt router that came with a Kobalt aluminum router table. Not a bad set for the money. I used it with Freud bits to cut rabbets in 2" thick maple boards.
For diyers I'll recommend buy a cheap router bit set from the Amazon. Then you will find out which router bits you use more and replace this only with the freud.
Could you pull that black part of the base off and affix a piece of plexiglass?
I have a set from hiltex that are real nass like. Kinda pricey but not bad
Lets talk about my bits. My bits are sharper and thicker than your bit. And it lasts longer. Not only that, but it can deliver more penetration at a higher speed with out those dry burns and chafing.
Yes, my bits are smooth and git the job done to the highest level of satisfaction.
The only thing they cannot do is trim the bushes around my deck.
I use my router a lot...will try the Freud! I think I have an el-crappo yellow amazon bit in it now 🙄
Haha, that's what I had, but never again. These are amazing Guy!!!
Good to know about Freud router bits. What brand router would you recommend?
Some are saying the Metabo is great, but Inwas looking for the Dewalt just because I already had some brushes and Colletts
My favorite brands are Freud and Diablo...
What's that you say? They are from same-same?
I DON'T CARE!!! D:
Do you have a video on best bit sets to get for your router for beginners and the next level set for intermediate
Thank you Sir
Jason
Great question, and I will definitely make one. In the meantime, look at Diablo and Bosch as they are a bit cheaper but work amazing.
@@ToolReviewZone das nice 😊 Thank you Sir
I have had these exact bits wear away when dadoing red oak plywood. Granted it was 9 plys of OAK, not the typical fir core stuff from the box store - but still...the diameter of the bit should not have changed after only 40 feet of cutting, and I might think I just got a hold of one "Lemon" but, but it happened to three bits in a row, that were purchased in different locations, son not likely it was a bad run of bits either...
Whiteside. Made in the USA.
Whats better. Frueud or diablo branded bits?
mint condition bits, new in box on my shelf. seriously though, i need to move a gas line for some fancy new stove my wife got. had to go to 3 stores and still not exactly what i wanted, had to cob some different crap together to make it all work. empty shelves for shut off valves and no flare 90's...wtf
I only use Diablo router bits. I think they’re the best.
What a great demo Clint! Think I'm gonna have to pick some of those bits up! 👍🏼But for both my chop saws, I got Diablo. Those blades ROCK! Thanks again for the great and hilarious content!
Thanks Nathalie!!!@@
Thanks for the vid Clint
And thank you for the comment Keeran!
Freud bits are amazing!
I have the exact name and models router works awesome , just a thought
Educational and funny best combo, keep it up. Great job, thanks
Thanks Efrain!!!!
Clint, I'll need two bags of chips and dust. You know one to crap on and the other to cover it up. Let me know when you buy all the lumber from the evil ones. Triton is a great plunge router...try it out. Frued is a great bit, use them all the time, they don't fail.
Haha, two bags noted bro. That will be $700 even 👊
@@ToolReviewZone Check is in the mail.
I was actually pretty good router bits also dado router bits and I think Amos is another good brand but I'm not saying it right but you can have the best router bits out there on the market and if you don't take care of them and keep them maintained they will all be garbage. 👊🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
The Ryobi got hung up on the base because you were moving it over those two humongous, rough cut holes, complete with splinters sticking up diagonally. What else would one expect to happen with the end result?
Cool update Clint, I need a new set
Thanks Jamal!!!
nice one
NOOICE!
What about ryobi router bits are they fine ?
Damn that VCG talking trash about you Clint😎👹😎👹😎
Haha, can you believe it bro! 😪🥺
Yo Clint! Me likey them bits!
😅😅😅
dang, i love your videos!
Awesome video as usual can’t wait to the next one hand keep them coming thanks a lot
Thanks Donald!!!!
Which router would you have picked up if it was available?
I would have went with the DEWALT, but hell... they didn't even have any Ridgid up there
I showed all my bits to my friends they got wierded out and said that wasn't real nass like!!!
I thought this guy was an idiot till he said oakage now I know I’m dealing with a genuis
Hey, so still waiting for the wood crash to see your, sweet routered wood projects. 🤔 Maybe its time for a trim router review… Why? Well because I am thinking I may buy one. 😂🤣😂
Haha, you got it brother
You were doing so great.... until you broke out that Ryobi! Lol
👍🏻🍻🍺🍕
Maybe if you hate the ryobi router so much after years of use…. You should remove the original review video where you spoke highly of it lol. I just purchased one as my first router then come here to research bits, and hear about how much you hate the router lol
FREUD IS NOT BETTER THAN WHITESIDE !!!!!!
Freud are amazing router bits I have several of the 1/2 and 1/4 bits I also love diablo router bits and been loving my skilsaw router bits as well @ToolReviewZone