@@NewBritWorkshop thanks. I was not aware... I took a class several years ago at their facility in Indy and did not realize that a new model had come out. Good to know.
Took my brand-new OF1010 out on it's first site job today. Was horrified to find that it was fitted with an 8mm collet, as I gazed despairingly down at my pile of 1/4" cutters. Wondered if there had been a mistake on final assembly and dispatch? All the info I'd received stated that the UK version shipped with a quarter-inch. So in desperation, I watched your video on my phone. "It comes with two collets" you said. So I shook the now-empty Systainer and heard something collet-sized rattling around under the insert. You, sir, are a lifesaver.......
Peter I enjoy using your videos as refresher reference films to remind me of the amazing array of functions available with my Festool tools, hoping you have a fantastic 2022, all the best to you. Tony.
That trick with using the clamps up side down in the mft was gold! It seems so obvious when you see it, but I have never thought about it, and it will make many operations so much easier. Cheers.
Thanks for the excellent tip on using the MFT. Even though I have owned it for 7 years I hadn't ever thought of using the diagonal to get the clamps closer to the workpiece.
I just ordered a 1010 last week. It looks like I'll also be ordering a bunch of accessories for it - Festool's integration is amazing, and your demos are very helpful as far as suggesting techniques and ideas. Impressive that more than seven years after you made this video it's still useful and relevant. Nicely done!
Hi Pat, The OF1010 comes with a full range of accessories just in case you are about to order something that might already be in the box. Have fun. Peter
@@NewBritWorkshop Hi Peter - I snared it last week on the Festool Recon site for US $330. It should get here some time this week, and I'll then know what it has with it. Things tend to have a short half-life there, so I almost immediately pounced when I saw it - no time to research other than 'looks like a deal - _add to cart!!_ ' This brand is like crack for people who like good power tools!
Thanks for the review Peter I really like this router I am going to have get this it can nearly do every thing the you would need two machines for thanks again Robert
Merci Peter pour cette excellente présentation et merci pour votre excellente prononciation classique, pour une fois je comprends l'anglais d'une video.
I just purchased a Bosch, that I haven't taken out of the box. I will now be returning it and getting a 1010. I thought I couldn't justify it, but the versatility you just showed me justifies it. Plus, I already have a MIDI II and other tools from Festool. I am a sculptor and currently starting a business related to native bees, so I'll just consider this an investment.
@@NewBritWorkshop High Peter, do you think the 1010 can work to flatten with a flattening bit? I have a bunch of glued up boards that I need to make a sled to flatten with. Currently that was my plan for this Bosch 2.25hp router.
Hi Dylan, No problem. It is a small (ish) router and will handle what you have with no problem. Were is a larger task then it would still manage but take a dash longer. Peter
@@NewBritWorkshop I got a 1010 today and I also subscribed to your channel. Thank you for the input. I can tell you're very knowledgeable when it comes to woodworking related topics and that is why I feel it is a good purchase. My wife thought it was probably a better idea to get the 1010 in the long term too.
Hi Peter, as always a well constructed and informative video. Have been thinking of getting the 1010 to compliment the 2200. Have been put off by the handle configuration, but guess it comes as second nature once you have used it a few times. This " Green Slope" sure is slippery !!!! Mark.
+Norfolkswain Hi Mark, Ages ago I had the same worries about the handle but once you have tried it a few times it just seems so natural. I think the reason is that the router is quite light and the handle arrangement makes it easier to pick up and put down one handed. You are right it is addictive! Peter
Hi Peter. Great video as always. Perhaps just a tip when setting the depth of cut. Do not lift it by the plastic attachment. It is only a (poor) friction fit. I've used a 1010 for many years and soon realized that the scale can slip and this will obviously lead to wrong depth. Rather lift by the steel rod on which the plastic guide is attached. Incidentally, I followed your advice and got the 704R and a quarter inch dovetail bit for the 1010 which I can now use in addition to my half inch router and having two set up saves a lot of time. Thanks again. Jac
Jac vds Hi Jac, Yes, you are right but I had to try and keep my fingers out of the line of the camera. Well done for getting the OF1010 set up for dovetailing - a perfect companion to the OF1400 to save time with the Leigh Jig. Many thanks. Peter
Very helpful video. Thank you Peter. One thing I still don’t understand is how to set the depth of cut when using a bearing guided cutter, something like the round over you used in this video. Could you explain please?
Hi Charlie, A bearing guided cutter will run its bearing along the side of your wood. The depth of cut will be determined by the application and the shape of the particular cutter. For example, a bearing guided chamfer cutter will trim a 45 degree slice off your wood. By adjusting the depth you will get a large or smaller 45 degree cut face. Just pick up a bearing guided cutter in your hand and imagine what it will do at difference cut depths. Peter
Thanks Peter That's me £300 worse off. Super review. Am looking to replace my makita 1/4 router for better dust collection. Next thing is a MFT I think. My bloods turning green and my bank manager doesn't like me. 😂 Regards
Hello peter this may seem as a silly question, I have the OF 1010 router for lite router work, but I have trouble with the router bits scotching the wood. Is this down to poor quality router bits ? Or is the routers speed?
Terry De'ath Hi Terry, Scorching can occur with speeds that are wrong but it is more likely to be poor quality cutters, cutters which need sharpening or trying to take too much out at a time. For 8 mm bits (which I recommend you use) I have found the Festool ones to be the best. Peter
Hiya, I've just bought this router, do all the accessories you've mentioned in the vid fit into the SYS 3 that the router came with? - I haven't had time to play with my new toy as it arrived just as I finished for the day :/ Thanks for the video Peter, hope your well.
Hello Again Peter I'm sure this is a silly question but would you highly recommend the MFT? I'm a portable carpenter so I'm concerned about the weight of it. Regards James
+James Petts Hi James, This is a tricky one because the MFT3 has risen in price by quite a lot since I bought mine but I will give a balanced view which should help. The MFT3 is an excellent portable work bench as it is far more than just a surface on which to work. The arrangement of holes allow you to do a lot of jig work and clamping which is hard to achieve on a flat sheet of MDF. You can go the whole hog and get all the extras that then give you a quite reasonable track saw cutting station. The bare MFT3 with a set of large and small Parf Dogs gives you a very accurate track saw cutting station. I have the MFT3, paid the going rate for it 4 years ago and do not regret my decision. Alternatively you can create a mobile track saw cutting station by having a pair of folding trestles and a sheet of MDF with some accurately placed holes for the Parf Dogs. I have one set up like this in my workshop and I cut all of my sheet goods on it. I can cut a full 8x4 with measured scribe marks for the track placement and use the Parf Dogs once the width gets down below 1m (any length can be cut). Both the MFT3 and my trestle based cutting station are equally portable but the MFT3 has a little bit more usefulness for jig work. Please let me know what you think. Peter
Hey Peter. Great video. Can the edge attachment be used on the 1400 in your experience? I have a few pieces of edge banding to do but only have the 1400 and would rather get the edge attachment than a new router for the task! Thanks as always.
Peter, you set up the plastic gauge you built to an rail with an uncut splinter guard. Do you keep a rail with an uncut splinter guard just to us with the router?
Jack Wilson Hi Jack, I have 3 other rails which I use with my TS55 so see no need to cut the splinter guard on this one. It would not matter if I did chose to use it one day as my plastic gauge would still be good. Peter
New Brit Workshop Watched the video again, and now I see I had missed one statement you had made regarding the alignment of the rail to your intended route line. Thank you.
+James Petts Hi James, There is an easy way to make things easier. Widen the surface onwhich the router sits. If it is a door or something similar clamp a piece of wood flush with surface - take a look at the early part of this workshop notes vide: th-cam.com/video/0Wq7mJN_pVE/w-d-xo.html Good luck. Peter
just took the plunge and bought this little router, but noticed it gets quite hot on the top directly above the bearing mount even when not under load, has anyone else noticed or had this problem, or is this perfectly normal?
Good Morning Peter, having watched this I’ve now purchased a OF 1010 router. It would appear that in order to accomplish many of the router tasks one also requires a router table. As you note, Festool no longer make these - on that basis is there any table you’d recommend ( preferably lightweight / portable). Also, I need to buy some precision measuring tools - I’m considering some of the Benchdogs products - are there any other brands you think produce high quality products. Keep up the great work sir. Regards Mike
If you are going to offer "constructive criticism" then you have to follow any critical comment with a thorough description of the way you think something should be done.
Nice review as usual from peter but I have to be honest, the tool comes across as grossly over engineered with dozens of fiddly attachments that would drive the average site based carpenter insane. It's all getting a little silly with the accessorising trend!
Byoomholay I tried to show a range of accessories to suit every type of user. On site the side fence and maybe a guide bush will probably be enough but some workshop based people will want dovetails and so on. The kitchen fitter will want the edging setup. Peter
Your video is now 6+ years old, but still relevant and helpful. Thanks Peter. Nicely done, as always.
Hi Robert, Festool have brought out a new version of the OF1010 but it is only a cosmetic change to the dust port as far as I can see. Cheers. Peter
@@NewBritWorkshop thanks. I was not aware... I took a class several years ago at their facility in Indy and did not realize that a new model had come out. Good to know.
Hi Robert, Not sure if the new OF1010 has arrived in the US yet. Peter
Ive recently picked up the OF1010, Your videos are brill for getting used to the entire ecosystem - Many thanks Peter!
Hi Ally, I am so pleased to have been a help. I use my OF1010 more than any of my other routers and it is brilliant. Peter
Took my brand-new OF1010 out on it's first site job today. Was horrified to find that it was fitted with an 8mm collet, as I gazed despairingly down at my pile of 1/4" cutters. Wondered if there had been a mistake on final assembly and dispatch? All the info I'd received stated that the UK version shipped with a quarter-inch. So in desperation, I watched your video on my phone. "It comes with two collets" you said. So I shook the now-empty Systainer and heard something collet-sized rattling around under the insert. You, sir, are a lifesaver.......
Peter I enjoy using your videos as refresher reference films to remind me of the amazing array of functions available with my Festool tools, hoping you have a fantastic 2022, all the best to you. Tony.
Hi Tony, Many thanks for this and all the best for 2022. Cheers. Peter
That trick with using the clamps up side down in the mft was gold! It seems so obvious when you see it, but I have never thought about it, and it will make many operations so much easier. Cheers.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks a lot from Germany to you, Sir. I haven`t been able to find a better video in German. Danke!
I am sorry that there are no German videos to help but I hope that you have found what you need from mine. Danke. Peter
Thanks for the excellent tip on using the MFT. Even though I have owned it for 7 years I hadn't ever thought of using the diagonal to get the clamps closer to the workpiece.
Lance Feagan Hi Lance, I am glad to be of service. Cheers. Peter
TH-cam wouldn’t be the same without you peter👍
Hi Mark, Thank you so much. Cheers. Peter
I just ordered a 1010 last week. It looks like I'll also be ordering a bunch of accessories for it - Festool's integration is amazing, and your demos are very helpful as far as suggesting techniques and ideas. Impressive that more than seven years after you made this video it's still useful and relevant. Nicely done!
Hi Pat, The OF1010 comes with a full range of accessories just in case you are about to order something that might already be in the box. Have fun. Peter
@@NewBritWorkshop Hi Peter - I snared it last week on the Festool Recon site for US $330. It should get here some time this week, and I'll then know what it has with it. Things tend to have a short half-life there, so I almost immediately pounced when I saw it - no time to research other than 'looks like a deal - _add to cart!!_ ' This brand is like crack for people who like good power tools!
Thank you for this Peter! I've been anxious to see this. Once again, beautiful job!
Christopher Kelby Hi Christopher, Many thanks. Peter
My wife just surprised me with this guy yesterday Peter! Just watched the videos AGAIN!
Chris K Hi Chris, Absolutely BRILLIANT ! Sounds like chocolates and champagne tonight ! Peter
Thanks for the review Peter I really like this router I am going to have get this it can nearly do every thing the you would need two machines for thanks again
Robert
nippychippy Hi Robert, It really is a very versatile router and certainly the one to use for almost all hand-held work. Many thanks. Peter
Once again complete and informational.. Thanks.
JimE
blackemmons Many thanks. Peter
Merci Peter pour cette excellente présentation et merci pour votre excellente prononciation classique, pour une fois je comprends l'anglais d'une video.
Mercie Georges. Peter
I just purchased a Bosch, that I haven't taken out of the box. I will now be returning it and getting a 1010. I thought I couldn't justify it, but the versatility you just showed me justifies it. Plus, I already have a MIDI II and other tools from Festool. I am a sculptor and currently starting a business related to native bees, so I'll just consider this an investment.
Hi Dylan, I am sure that you have made the right decision. The OF1010 is brilliant and I use it more than any other router. Good luck. Peter
@@NewBritWorkshop High Peter, do you think the 1010 can work to flatten with a flattening bit? I have a bunch of glued up boards that I need to make a sled to flatten with. Currently that was my plan for this Bosch 2.25hp router.
Hi Dylan, No problem. It is a small (ish) router and will handle what you have with no problem. Were is a larger task then it would still manage but take a dash longer. Peter
@@NewBritWorkshop I got a 1010 today and I also subscribed to your channel. Thank you for the input. I can tell you're very knowledgeable when it comes to woodworking related topics and that is why I feel it is a good purchase. My wife thought it was probably a better idea to get the 1010 in the long term too.
Hi Peter, as always a well constructed and informative video. Have been thinking of getting the 1010 to compliment the 2200. Have been put off by the handle configuration, but guess it comes as second nature once you have used it a few times. This " Green Slope" sure is slippery !!!! Mark.
+Norfolkswain Hi Mark, Ages ago I had the same worries about the handle but once you have tried it a few times it just seems so natural. I think the reason is that the router is quite light and the handle arrangement makes it easier to pick up and put down one handed. You are right it is addictive! Peter
Hi Peter. Great video as always. Perhaps just a tip when setting the depth of cut. Do not lift it by the plastic attachment. It is only a (poor) friction fit. I've used a 1010 for many years and soon realized that the scale can slip and this will obviously lead to wrong depth. Rather lift by the steel rod on which the plastic guide is attached. Incidentally, I followed your advice and got the 704R and a quarter inch dovetail bit for the 1010 which I can now use in addition to my half inch router and having two set up saves a lot of time. Thanks again. Jac
Jac vds Hi Jac, Yes, you are right but I had to try and keep my fingers out of the line of the camera. Well done for getting the OF1010 set up for dovetailing - a perfect companion to the OF1400 to save time with the Leigh Jig. Many thanks. Peter
I had never thought of undermounting the clamps with the rail up top.
Cheers. Peter
Very helpful video. Thank you Peter.
One thing I still don’t understand is how to set the depth of cut when using a bearing guided cutter, something like the round over you used in this video. Could you explain please?
Hi Charlie, A bearing guided cutter will run its bearing along the side of your wood. The depth of cut will be determined by the application and the shape of the particular cutter. For example, a bearing guided chamfer cutter will trim a 45 degree slice off your wood. By adjusting the depth you will get a large or smaller 45 degree cut face. Just pick up a bearing guided cutter in your hand and imagine what it will do at difference cut depths. Peter
Thanks Peter
That's me £300 worse off. Super review.
Am looking to replace my makita 1/4 router for better dust collection.
Next thing is a MFT I think. My bloods turning green and my bank manager doesn't like me. 😂
Regards
+James Petts Hi James, I won't point you towards the Domino just yet but you do need one ! Good luck. Peter
Hello peter this may seem as a silly question, I have the OF 1010 router for lite router work, but I have trouble with the router bits scotching the wood. Is this down to poor quality router bits ? Or is the routers speed?
Terry De'ath Hi Terry, Scorching can occur with speeds that are wrong but it is more likely to be poor quality cutters, cutters which need sharpening or trying to take too much out at a time. For 8 mm bits (which I recommend you use) I have found the Festool ones to be the best. Peter
Hiya, I've just bought this router, do all the accessories you've mentioned in the vid fit into the SYS 3 that the router came with? - I haven't had time to play with my new toy as it arrived just as I finished for the day :/ Thanks for the video Peter, hope your well.
+ben celiz Hi Ben, Yes they do fit in the systainer - I keep all of mine in there with no problem. Many thanks for your kind words. Peter
Hello
Again Peter
I'm sure this is a silly question but would you highly recommend the MFT? I'm a portable carpenter so I'm concerned about the weight of it.
Regards
James
+James Petts Hi James, This is a tricky one because the MFT3 has risen in price by quite a lot since I bought mine but I will give a balanced view which should help. The MFT3 is an excellent portable work bench as it is far more than just a surface on which to work. The arrangement of holes allow you to do a lot of jig work and clamping which is hard to achieve on a flat sheet of MDF. You can go the whole hog and get all the extras that then give you a quite reasonable track saw cutting station. The bare MFT3 with a set of large and small Parf Dogs gives you a very accurate track saw cutting station. I have the MFT3, paid the going rate for it 4 years ago and do not regret my decision. Alternatively you can create a mobile track saw cutting station by having a pair of folding trestles and a sheet of MDF with some accurately placed holes for the Parf Dogs. I have one set up like this in my workshop and I cut all of my sheet goods on it. I can cut a full 8x4 with measured scribe marks for the track placement and use the Parf Dogs once the width gets down below 1m (any length can be cut). Both the MFT3 and my trestle based cutting station are equally portable but the MFT3 has a little bit more usefulness for jig work. Please let me know what you think. Peter
Hey Peter. Great video. Can the edge attachment be used on the 1400 in your experience? I have a few pieces of edge banding to do but only have the 1400 and would rather get the edge attachment than a new router for the task! Thanks as always.
Hi Sebastian, not as far as I know. Peter
Peter, you set up the plastic gauge you built to an rail with an uncut splinter guard. Do you keep a rail with an uncut splinter guard just to us with the router?
Jack Wilson Hi Jack, I have 3 other rails which I use with my TS55 so see no need to cut the splinter guard on this one. It would not matter if I did chose to use it one day as my plastic gauge would still be good. Peter
New Brit Workshop Watched the video again, and now I see I had missed one statement you had made regarding the alignment of the rail to your intended route line. Thank you.
I'm guessing the 1010 is perfect for routing out hinges etc
I'm concerned that it's not well-balanced if it's Balanced on a door
+James Petts Hi James, There is an easy way to make things easier. Widen the surface onwhich the router sits. If it is a door or something similar clamp a piece of wood flush with surface - take a look at the early part of this workshop notes vide: th-cam.com/video/0Wq7mJN_pVE/w-d-xo.html Good luck. Peter
just took the plunge and bought this little router, but noticed it gets quite hot on the top directly above the bearing mount even when not under load, has anyone else noticed or had this problem, or is this perfectly normal?
I Have not noticed this with mine but will check the next time I use it. Peter
Thanks peter
look forward to your feedback, and keep up the great reviews. Regards Terry
Good Morning Peter, having watched this I’ve now purchased a OF 1010 router. It would appear that in order to accomplish many of the router tasks one also requires a router table. As you note, Festool no longer make these - on that basis is there any table you’d recommend ( preferably lightweight / portable). Also, I need to buy some precision measuring tools - I’m considering some of the Benchdogs products - are there any other brands you think produce high quality products. Keep up the great work sir. Regards Mike
Hi Mike, A router table is useful. Try Axminster. Peter
plastic parallel guide body?
doesn't it bend?
Hi Olek, No that is not a problem. Peter
Why wood you use a router to trim banding? ... it’s not necessary at all
If you are going to offer "constructive criticism" then you have to follow any critical comment with a thorough description of the way you think something should be done.
the problem with this router is they got the design wrong the handle is too high so if you are not careful the router will tip , got rid of mine
Nice review as usual from peter but I have to be honest, the tool comes across as grossly over engineered with dozens of fiddly attachments that would drive the average site based carpenter insane. It's all getting a little silly with the accessorising trend!
Byoomholay I tried to show a range of accessories to suit every type of user. On site the side fence and maybe a guide bush will probably be enough but some workshop based people will want dovetails and so on. The kitchen fitter will want the edging setup. Peter