I have some issues: -the speed dial isn't marked, and will adjust itself when the router starts vibrating ( I solved this with a lump of blu-tack. I am fine with the look of the v2 (I'm a function over form type of guy), but ultimately just want to get the best tool.

Unfortunately I don't have enough posts yet to reply to private messages, but I live in the Pac NW so the distance is unrealistic- but I really appreciate the offer. The Hitahci M12VE is a powerful variable speed router with accurate depth adjustment for increased cutting efficency, soft start and adjustable handles for optimum comfort. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for consumer credit activities Firm Reference Number 656489. Whyat I have the MV12, actually two of them because I burned out the speed controller on one and now only use it with an aftermarket controller.The Hitachi M12VE Router is a powerful variable speed router with accurate depth adjustment for increased cutting effucency, soft start and adjustable handles for optimum comfort. When i couldn't get the bits to go fully into the collet, i thought maybe i was doing something wrong, and when one of the bits flew out of the machine when i tried to use it, i knew i had to ask an expert. Whyat, over the years there has been a lot of discussion about the Hitachi M12V routers, and to make matters difficult they used the M12 prefix on a 1-1/2 hp 1617 clone as well as the big 3-1/4 hp models. We are currently experiencing substantial delays with Hitachi/HiKoki and Metabo spare parts due to the two brands merging warehouse. Again, I have to prefix this with the fact that it's my first router, but it seemed pretty quiet to me (however, this was using ear defenders, which I strongly recommend for router work, along with safety glasses and a dust mask).

Nobody can tell you which router will feel best to you and the simple truth is they all work and none of them are perfect. Quality router lightweight and easy to use, other than appearance performs as well as any makita or dewalt routers. Soft start to eliminate any small initial movement that might misalign the cutter, especially important with a router as powerful as the M12V2K. mgmine- I am planning on doing a lot of table work which is why I am leaning towards one of the higher power models.

Other than the overpowering size and power in the hands of a novice, the only beef i've had in using it is that the collet doesn't like to let go of bits. The M12 V2 features electronic speed control which ensures that the same fine finish is achieved in all grades of timber, aluminium and plastics, the full wave electronic control ensures the selected speed is maintained by the M12V2 router under any load. I have a V2 that allows you to take the threaded rod out of gear by using a half round nut against it.