Freud 40-114: 1-5/8 (Dia.) Chamfer Bit

I prefer Freud router bits based on consistently high quality. This is an example. This bit is very useful for slight bevel on trim or the like. The 25 degree bevel (vs vertical) is quite nice if 45 or 30 are too slanted, and the slighter angle also makes the bit a little easier to work - the outside diameter is smaller. Suggest use on light material (such as primary design purpose, re trimming countertop laminates) with slow rate over work, or in a router table. Either way a variable speed router is required for best results, turned down from max just slightly. My first use was actually duplicating a guitar pickguard using an original as pattern -- on a router table, using spacers in between to get the cutter to align as closely as possible to the bearing. One of many examples where this bit is extremely suitable and useful.

Is what it says it is; would buy again, works fine, cuts well. Not quite sure what to say for reviews like this?

Amazing bit, chewed right through the wood!

Can you go wrong with a Freud router bit?

Worked great for chamfering the under side of a vanity top. Cut was smooth with no tear out. Ended up cutting myself trying to get it out of the packaging though!

Works fine.

The bit is excellent quality as are all Freud router bits (and blades). The problem (for me) is that I needed a bit that would cut 3/4 stock. This bit will not do that. It cuts 5/8 or maybe 11/16, but not 3/4 and certainly not 1 stock. caveat emptor.

Just so you know, when buying this bit, the cut can be made larger than the typical chamfer bit, BUT that also means that you have a larger diameter to spin. Dont forget that router hole for your router table (or router) needs to be larger as well. Shaves like a barber though.

Very clean cut!!

For me, Freud router bits have always been durable and well made - well worth the price. This bit is no exception.