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Craftsman Router Table #25444 - $50 (Seven Points)
condition:
like new
make / manufacturer:
Craftsman
model name / number:
Model Number 25444
size / dimensions:
18.0 " L X 13.0 "W X 11.13 " H
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This Craftsman Router Table is complete. It is not missing any parts. It is not broken. It is ready to be put to work. While this Craftsman Router Table is discontinued, any parts you lose or break can be found on sites like eBay.
In summary, it is a classic tool and users often find ways to adapt modern routers to it, showing its lasting appeal for DIY woodworkers.
Key Features and Details:
Model Number - Craftsman Router Table #25444
Vintage - This is an older model router table that was originally manufactured by Craftsman. It is no longer manufactured so it is now considered a discontinued woodworking device.
Combo Unit - It works with a Craftsman router and sabre saw.
Cast Aluminum Carriage - It does NOT feature a sliding carriage for the router. The router is mounted in a fixed position to the underside of the table using screws in the base plate.
Miter Slot: - Includes an aluminum slot for miter gauges.
Dimensions:
Length not including base - 18.0 inches
Width not including base - 13.0 inches
Height not including base - 11 1/8 inches
User Modifications:
I have made five modifications to this Craftsman Router Table to improve it, make it last longer, and make it more user friendly.
Here are those modifications:
I have added a 5/8 inch thick plywood base measuring 22 7/8 inches long by 16.0 inches wide. The four steel legs are attached to this base. This permits easy clamping of the router table, using C clamps on the plywood base, to any work table or other flat surface. This makes it very fast to set up this router table and makes it extremely sturdy. The added plywood base also insures you do not have to permanently mount this router table to your work table or other permanent table in your workshop. This allows a user to easily mount this router table to any flat surface inside or outside. It is the ultimate portable router table; small enough to be transported around your shop, property, or off site as needed.
I have added a coat of Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane Clear Gloss finish to both sides of the 5/8 inch thick plywood base. This makes the plywood base waterproof and extremely durable ensuring years of service.
I have sanded and painted each of the four legs of the router table using Gloss Black Rust-Oleum Ultra Cover Paint and Primer to prevent rust and corrosion.
I had attached the legs of the Craftsman Router Table to the plywood base using two stainless steel screws and six stainless steel washers on each of the four legs ensuring a well anchored and durable connection. Rust will not be an issue since stainless steel does not rust or corrode even when exposed to the weather or a marine environment.
I have replaced the two 2 1/4 inch long carriage bolts, holding down the two guides, with stainless steel 2 1/4 inch carriage bolts. I have added two stainless steel washers to each carriage bolt to ensure a secure fit preventing movement. The two wing nuts on top of each bolt are Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts and are not stainless steel.
Where to Find Parts:
eBay - This Craftsman Router Table is complete. It is not missing any parts. It is not broken. It is ready to be put to work. This Craftsman Router Table is discontinued so the best source for finding parts for this table, if you break or lose them, is online at eBay. The best policy is to treat your new router table as I cared for it therefore ensuring years of continued service.
VintageMachinery.org - This site offers downloadable instructions.
Complete Craftsman Router Tables Model #25444 are very hard to find. Mine is complete and while used is like new. It is ready and eager to be put to use on woodworking projects. The only complete one I found online cost $69.99 with a shipping charge of $43.00 for a total cost of $112.95. I am selling mine for only $50.00 including the five value added modifications I have made to it. That is a discount of 55.73% or a savings of $62.95. My need to downsize is my loss but is your gain.
If you are seeing this listing it is available for pickup. If you tell me a specific time and day you are coming to pick up the item I will hold it for you. If you do NOT tell me a specific time and day you are coming to pick up the item I will NOT hold it for you. l will sell it to the next interested buyer.