Woodworking with the Router, Revised and Updated

I just bought a new router and decided that it was time to improve my router techniques both hand-held and with a router table. I have read through most of the book and found it to be full of useful techniques and descriptions of router accessories. The book starts with a general description of routers and bits. It then describes the construction and use of common jigs and router tables. The rest of the book is focused on applications such as templating, surfacing, cutting dados, joinery, etc. It is a good read, full of useful illustrations, and makes a good long-term reference.Two specific highpoints:The author presents an excellent description of why a router tends to veer off course when hand-held and why the veering depends on feed direction and bit rotation direction. Understanding why leads to better techniques for controlling the router when using a fence or template. To me, this lesson was worth the cost of the book.There is a description of the design of a sled used to hold workpieces on a router table. The sled improves safety and accuracy. This proved to be a perfect solution for rounding over the edges of small parts in my application.In short, I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking to up their router game.

Purchased this to get tips and tricks for better routing as a newbie. This is a formidable instruction guide loaded with pictures and easy to decipher instructions. The author took a huge amount of care in making this book reader friendly and it has given me a tremendous amount of valuable information on everything from the basics to more complex routing. Anyone who needs to learn how to use a router properly and creatively will benefit from this book. Highly recommended

I am an ametuer woodworker and wanted to expand my knowledge and use of the router in my projects. I was already familiar with Bill Hylton from other books and some magazines. He has the ability to write clear & easy to understand pieces. Buying his book specifically on routers was a no brainer. I already referred to the book for instructions on cutting a large lap joint. His jig instructions were exactly what I needed. It's like having my own private instructor!

Love it, good illustrations, quality and usable tips to work and master your skills with routers

Lots of information for an old school guy that prefers a physical book instead of digital media. Great book and a must read for first time router user. It has great ideas for projects as well as homemade router table!

This is just an awesome book that's all about using the router! Woodworking is my hobby and the router is probably right next to my table saw when it comes to frequency of use. There is just so much you can do and this book covers it all! From choosing the right router for the job or your level of experience to safety, hand held routing, table routing and all the different jigs, set-ups and shop projects, this book has it all. Personally, I think that routing is the most fun you can have with power tools! This book will serve as both teacher and reference guide for your shop. A great addition to any woodworkers library.

I am a newbie when it comes to woodworking with a router. I heartily recommend this book as a reference, especially when it comes to building router jigs that are essential for so many projects. Yes, one can buy jigs in the marketplace that will to the job, but they are pricey. The book goes into great detail about router safety, router bits, and a host of information about the versatility of this great woodworking tool.

It has a lot of great articles... not bad for a beginner's guide. Im looking forward to getting some use from this and improving my novice skills.

Repleto de guías y imágenes, gracias a este libro puedes multiplicar por 100 las funciones de tu fresadora.

I am relatively new to using a router. It was the one tool that I was intimidated by. I got a router for Christmas and stared looking for more information. I discovered this book and ordered it. It is fantastic. I can't believe how mush useful information it has. The tips and tricks that I have learned have been invaluable. I give this book a the credit for getting me up to speed very quickly.

Wow, received a day early. The book is very impressive. Glossy pages and packed with great info. Well worth the price. Knowledge is key. Video is great but good books are hard to beat.

Wow, für den relativ kleinen Preis von ca. 20 € bekommt man ein umfassendes Buch (gebunden im Hardcover!) über alles, was im Umgang mit der Oberfräse wichtig ist. Klar, Englisch sollte man können, um es lesen zu können ;) aber dann wird man auch mit einem tollen Buch belohnt.Es werden zwar keine Hersteller empfohlen, doch nach der Lektüre der ersten Seiten des Buches bekommt man schon eine gute Idee, was man beim Kauf der Fräse und der fast noch wichtigeren Fräser/Fräsköpfe beachten sollte. Weiterhin wird nicht nur erklärt, wie man die Oberfräse nutzt, sondern auch, wie man sicher damit arbeitet.Auf knapp 400 Seiten gibt es eine Fülle von Bauvorschlägen für Hilfsmittel genauso wie Ideen für mehrere Frästische, will man denn die Oberfräse stationär betreiben. Das ganze ist mit sehr vielen Farbfotos und Zeichnungen illustriert, so dass man es gerne in die Hand nimmt.Rundum ein gelungenes Buch. Mir war das deutsche Pendant (von Guido Henn) mit über 40 Euro zu teuer und ich bin sehr froh, diese Buch von Bill Hylton erstanden zu haben. Jetzt muß ich nur noch den Frästisch bauen...

this book is everything I wanted in a guide to routers!photos and drawings of jigs, multiple techniques for cutting every joint.I like the author's lighthearted and kind writing style also.