Over the last few years, the state of the art in handheld routers has been tucked away in the back of our minds. It was at SIGGRAPH in 2012 and we caught up to it at Makerfair last year. Now, it&#8… ...

Next, I recommend getting a beginner set of router bits. Your set should include at least two straight bits with ¼- and ¾-inch diameters, along with a bearing-guided round over bit, a bearing ...

This handheld router is easy to make and provides a consistent depth of cut and better feel than a powered router. Start with a 3 x 1 piece of scrap wood and a sharp chisel.