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I have one of the older Dewalts (DW 670 I think) that is a great tool with a couple of caveats. It gets almost uncomfortably warm when in use and is somewhat top heavy. The new model looks much improved. I also have the colt, but have not used it enough to really comment as my jigs are set up for the Dewalt. It seems like a very nice tool however. I've never had collet issues with the Dewalt, the Colt or my Bosch EVS1617. The Bosch collet is nice as it releases and then releases again as you loosen the collet. The bit then slips out easily. Other manufacturers should take note of that one thing.

I don't know if this would be helpful, but the I've found(for me) the easiest way to release a bit on the PC 7310 is to squeeze, with a pair of needle-nose pliers, the collet with the gap facing you, then just tap upward on the pliers....usually releases quite easily.

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Gwaltney Guitars

Although I agree that the Colt collet is sticky, I just do not think it detracts from the performance of the machine. This little router is a very cost effective performer. If you will check the reviews, it rates high, even with the acknowledged sticky collet.

YUP !!

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I have the Colt, the 7310 and the older version of the Ridgid. If I were buying a new one, I'd get the new version of the Ridgid. They, apparently, looked at all the problems and complaints with the various trim routers, and fixed them all in the new version. Separate locking rings for macro and micro adjustments. Adjustment screw accessible at the top of the router. clear base, Standard size hole to fit standard guide inserts. Lifetime Warranty. Pretty smartly done.

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Waddy

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Edward

That is the new Ridgid 2401. It is the best one I have used. They totally redesigned it over the old 2400, which was a piece of crap. I like it better than the Bosch, PC, and Dewalt.

Bob