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Have a 3/8" Shank bit but the MacAllister (B&Q/Kingfisher plc own brand) only came with 1/4", 8mm & 1/2" collets. Anybody know what type of fitting the actual collet is on these? With no product info from B&Q wondered if Axminster reducer sleeves are worthwhile or will it bugger my 1/2"...

Thanks Digit - any recommendations on tape or are they all as good as each other? Thanks RobertMP - how do you stop the blade of the jigsaw bouncing off the base? I did consider cutting right thru the worktop, blanking & filling from below but not as neat a solution. I have a decent Makita...

Thanks Gill Truly impressed with the speed of posts recieved. I'll definatley contribute in whatever way possible. Although I'm sure I'll be taking before I can give anything for along time yet! Will take a couple of pics to finalise this post when done. Thanks to all! Yan

Hi Chas, Yes, there is a guide bush - still nice n shiny! I get what you're suggesting - brilliant & simple - the light just turned on! :idea: Oh so many things to learn about this!! Cheers fella

Hi Paul, Thanks for the speedy post. Will definately invest in a square subbase - can see it would be ideal in lots of situations. These routers seem such a versatile tool, probably end up with dozens of add-ons! :D Cheers Yan

Hi Guys (& Gals, sorry, that was meant in a none-gender way!) New here and to the general world of 'hands on' semi-serious woodworking. After a little miss-hap with a hot pan and the laminated worktop, I decided to put a chopping board into it! The perfect excuse to add a router to my tool...