Router Letter Template 2.25 Inch, 99-Pc Interlocking Signmaker’s Templates

Use a plunge router to avoid damaging the edges of the template. Ive made several signs now with no issues. The included bushing worked properly on my 20v Dewalt trim router with the add-on plunge base. Beware: The original fixed base does not allow use of the template bushing.

These work great once you get the hang of it. Unfortunately, you ruin a few templates getting the hang of it, so practice using one of the templates you will most likely never use. A trim router with a plunge base would probably work best. I wish the plastic was sturdier, and would be willing to pay more for something that doesn't get chewed up so easily. I also wish all of the letters had notches at the top and bottom center, which would make vertical signs easier to create. However, these help me make trail signs for the 53 mile Batona trail in New Jersey, and were worth every penny I paid (see attached photo).

I got the 3/8" thinking I could use the set for anything from 1/4" to 1/2". Only works well with 3/8" as 1/2" will not clear bushing and letter spacing for 1/4" bit is too wide for effective sign. Still, the set works very well with moderate set up times and fairly clear instructions. I'd buy again, as it is a very good template for signs.

I used this to make a custom sign for our mailbox post. I used it with my DeWalt 20V router with plunge base. You NEED to have a plunge base to use it most effectively. Make sure that you get into all of the crevices and corners when tracing the letters/numbers - it's difficult to redo missed spots once the templates are removed from the wood.

Good quality, fast shipping

I make trail signs for our local land trust and these templates are great. They are very easy to assemble and taping them to the wood with masking tape keeps them in place for use. I have an older plunge router so the guide did not easily attach to my router, so my husband made a plexiglass piece for me that fit on the router and holds the guide. The plexi is great because it allows you visibility to make the initial cuts without damaging the templates. Other comments mentioned the care needed to make a nice sign: agreed. For some letters, after the initial cut, a second template is added which completes the letter. Best to drop the router into a cut part before starting, then start the router and run it through the second template for best results. Also, for all the cuts, I do a quick rough cut, then blow out all the bits (I have a little air compressor), then do a second cut to clean up the letters.

These are significantly more filmy then those purchased in the past. Very disappointing

Don’t review a ton but this product is awesome. Make sure to use the brass bushing or you will destroy the letter templates. As long as you use the end spacers and tape down the second pass letters are a breeze to swap out.

Made of a cheap plastic , some of the letters outlines move while you're routering them, especially the "s". Definetly too much money and if i hadn't already used it i would have returned it ! Not happy with this purchase.