{"product_id":"whiteside-401-basic-router-bit-set-1-2-inch-shank-seven-piece-precision-bits","title":"Whiteside 401 Basic Router Bit Set | 1\/2-Inch Shank | Seven-Piece Precision Bits","description":"\u003ch2\u003eElevate Your Routing Projects with Whiteside\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor more than three decades, Whiteside Machine Company has built a reputation for quality woodworking tools. The Whiteside 401 Basic Router Bit set brings together seven essential 1\/2 inch shank bits in a compact, durable package. Designed for consistent performance and straightforward organization, this collection is a practical choice for workshops that value reliable results and easy tool management.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR3\/8 inch Cove bit (1804)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/8 inch x 1\/2 inch Rabbet bit (1901)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR3\/8 inch Roundover bit (2008)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45 degree Chamfer bit (2305)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 inch Straight bit (1058)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 inch Straight bit (1067)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 inch Flush Trim bit (2405)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterial versatility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural woods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposite woods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard plastics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn practice, these bits support a range of edge profiles, joinery, and trim tasks. The Cove and Roundover bits help shape curves and soften edges, while the Rabbet and Flush Trim bits enable clean joints and precise template work. The Straight bits provide straight, accurate bore and cut capabilities, and the Chamfer bit adds a subtle bevel for finished edges. The set’s seven tools cover many common routing scenarios, making it easier to tackle projects from cabinets to decorative panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePortability and protection are part of the design. All seven bits nest securely in a hardened plastic case, which helps you stay organized between jobs and transports smoothly between workspaces. This attention to storage is especially useful for busy shops that juggle multiple projects and tools at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy consider this set\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile results depend on your material and technique, the combination of bits offers a flexible toolkit for creating classic woodworking profiles and joinery with clean, precise cuts. The 1\/2-inch shank helps maintain stability on larger templates and router tables, contributing to smoother finishes and more predictable outcomes. Use this set as a dependable foundation for a variety of woodworking tasks without needing to source individual bits for every common profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What comes in the Whiteside 401 Basic Router Bit set?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A seven-piece collection with 1\/2 shank bits: Cove, Rabbet, Roundover, Chamfer, Straight 1\/4, Straight 1\/2, and Flush Trim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Which materials are suited for these router bits?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Designed for natural woods, composites, and hard plastics, delivering clean, precise cuts across varied surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Whiteside","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47458253766830,"sku":"B000AM31QI","price":307.31,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/6012\/9710\/files\/whiteside-401-basic-router-bit-set-in-case.jpg?v=1770203044","url":"https:\/\/handyskook.ca\/products\/whiteside-401-basic-router-bit-set-1-2-inch-shank-seven-piece-precision-bits","provider":"HandySkook","version":"1.0","type":"link"}