MLCS Router Bits

mountainbreeze · Post by **mountainbreeze** » Mon Mar 25, 2013 4:52 pm

Has anyone used or know of the quality of MLCS router bits? There is a couple of bits I need that I have not been able to find locally and I was wondering if these are quality bits or a lower-end product.

db5 · Post by **db5** » Mon Mar 25, 2013 4:58 pm

These are quality bits made in USA. Best for occasional users, not for someone who spends all day, every day doing woodworking. They are NOT top of the line but neither is the price. They are priced often better than the crap that is coming out of China. DO NOT buy any of the stuff made in China (most of what is sold on eBay) or Harbor Freight stuff. These are a waste of money. DO NOT buy HSS bits but carbide tipped.

berry · Post by **berry** » Mon Mar 25, 2013 5:15 pm

I have a set for a specific cabinet door application that's gotten limited use (seven doors). No complaints.

curiousgeorge · Post by **curiousgeorge** » Tue Mar 26, 2013 12:04 am

mountainbreeze wrote:Has anyone used or know of the quality of MLCS router bits? There is a couple of bits I need that I have not been able to find locally and I was wondering if these are quality bits or a lower-end product.

MLCS is where I buy most of my router bits. They have a huge selection and are good bits. I especially like the free shipping. If you require a little higher grade their Katana bits are more expensive but better bits.
Eagle America at eagleamerica.com is another decent place for bits.

ss50th · Post by **ss50th** » Tue Mar 26, 2013 7:29 am

I have bought quite a few bits (not the Katana) from MLCS. They do what I need them to do. They are not supposed to be run at higher than 18,000 rpm according to MLCS.
The free shipping is nice but it seems to take quite a while to the west coast. I have found some of their products on Amazon included with sale prices. Since I am a prime member with free two day shipping I order products there when possible.