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Posted: 2/21/2017 1:04:09 PM EDT
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Received my shipping notice yesterday, 4 weeks to the day since I ordered it. Off to Lowes for the DeWalt variable speed router. WOO HOO!!!!!!!! Here is a thought for you. Locally the Lowes was $139.00 Home Depot was out of stock, but the "have it shipped & pickup at the store" price was 128.00 Lowes has price match PLUS an additional 10% off. I did exactly that and wound up paying just over $115.00 + tax. (Prices are rounded) |
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Posted: 2/21/2017 1:51:23 PM EDT
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Thanks for the 'heads up'.
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Posted: 2/22/2017 4:53:02 PM EDT
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Got my Rigid router from HD this weekend. Only $99 at HD (less than the $129 in the 5D guide) Like the LED light and clear views from both front and back. Like the 3 year replacement and lifetime service warranties.
10 days since order. Patiently waiting for shipment notice.... 
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Posted: 2/22/2017 7:10:13 PM EDT
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I have used the 80% arms jig for 4 lowers, with good success. Working on my 5th and blew the endmill to pieces. I have been pretty satisfied with my jig.....until i came across yours. It simply looks amazing. I will be jumping on the wagon very soon. After seeing Free's gorgeous results, i am sold. Hoping the router plate will fit my single speed porter cable.
Eta. The fact that it will do a 9mm lower makes it that much more appealing! |
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Posted: 2/22/2017 8:31:52 PM EDT
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Worked fine on this 9mm I bought on gunbroker from some place in California. They didn't have a website. |
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Posted: 2/23/2017 3:45:26 PM EDT
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Here is a thought for you. Locally the Lowes was $139.00 Home Depot was out of stock, but the "have it shipped & pickup at the store" price was 128.00 Lowes has price match PLUS an additional 10% off. I did exactly that and wound up paying just over $115.00 + tax. (Prices are rounded) Thanks Again! Got the price match, PLUS an additional 10% off! |
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Posted: 2/23/2017 4:26:51 PM EDT
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As soon as I have a place to do this that will not leave metal chips all over the kitchen floor....
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Posted: 2/24/2017 1:18:08 PM EDT
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Thanks Again! Got the price match, PLUS an additional 10% off! Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Here is a thought for you. Locally the Lowes was $139.00 Home Depot was out of stock, but the "have it shipped & pickup at the store" price was 128.00 Lowes has price match PLUS an additional 10% off. I did exactly that and wound up paying just over $115.00 + tax. (Prices are rounded) Thanks Again! Got the price match, PLUS an additional 10% off! |
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Posted: 2/24/2017 5:38:28 PM EDT
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As soon as I have a place to do this that will not leave metal chips all over the kitchen floor.... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MA27T3M?psc=1&tag=vglnk-c102-20 |
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Posted: 2/25/2017 12:33:05 AM EDT
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As soon as I have a place to do this that will not leave metal chips all over the kitchen floor.... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MA27T3M?psc=1&&tag=vglnk-c102-20;tag=vglnk-c102-20 Seems like a good idea. |
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Posted: 2/25/2017 1:01:56 AM EDT
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Interesting; this is the first jig I've seen that I think I'd be comfortable using.
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Posted: 2/25/2017 5:35:51 AM EDT
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Who does Military Type 3 Aluminon Anodeizing ? Like 80% finished lowers ?
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Posted: 2/25/2017 3:19:04 PM EDT
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Who does Military Type 3 Aluminon Anodeizing ? Like 80% finished lowers ? If you find someone please let everyone know. This is the only reason I have not bought this product or any 80% products. The minute I have someone that will professionally anodize a completed 80% lower, I will buy one. |
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Posted: 2/25/2017 5:34:22 PM EDT
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If you find someone please let everyone know. This is the only reason I have not bought this product or any 80% products. The minute I have someone that will professionally anodize a completed 80% lower, I will buy one. I like having lowers that have never been on a 4473. my next project will be anodizing, doesn't seem to hard just a bit of trial and error. I have been using anodized 80 lowers anyway. I have some aluminum black coming for the Milled out areas. I got two raw receivers to try and anodize, if they don't turn out like I want I will just duracoat them. not like they will ever rust |
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Posted: 3/2/2017 3:44:26 PM EDT
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FYI - the DeWalt DWP611 router is currently $99 on Amazon...
 
Now how about that ARFCOM discount code @5DTactical ? |
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Posted: 3/4/2017 9:53:03 AM EDT
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Got my 5D jig in this week and started with a stripped lower. Must say this thing is too easy! Scored the Dewalt 611 for $60 new on Craigslist and had the Makita sitting just in case.
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Posted: 3/5/2017 2:08:41 AM EDT
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Got my 5D jig in this week and started with a stripped lower. Must say this thing is too easy! Scored the Dewalt 611 for $60 new on Craigslist and had the Makita sitting just in case. 
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Posted: 3/5/2017 4:09:53 PM EDT
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I'm sitting on a couple of "80%" lowers that I COULD complete on my mill, but I'm thinking that considering the time it takes to zero in the receiver on the mill I could be already finished with the 5D Tactical Jig.
Waiting, waiting, waiting, and waiting. Three weeks and counting....(to be fair they DID say 3-4 weeks) Is it here yet? Is it here yet? Is it here yet? Is it here yet? Is it here yet? I'm like a 5 yr old waiting for Christmas. 
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Posted: 3/5/2017 11:57:35 PM EDT
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I'm sitting on a couple of "80%" lowers that I COULD complete on my mill, but I'm thinking that considering the time it takes to zero in the receiver on the mill I could be already finished with the 5D Tactical Jig. Waiting, waiting, waiting, and waiting. Three weeks and counting....(to be fair they DID say 3-4 weeks) Is it here yet? Is it here yet? Is it here yet? Is it here yet? Is it here yet? I'm like a 5 yr old waiting for Christmas. |
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Posted: 3/6/2017 5:45:54 PM EDT
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Posted: 3/7/2017 9:38:12 PM EDT
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Got my shipment notification today!!
  
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Posted: 3/7/2017 10:59:10 PM EDT
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Got my shipment notification today!! NVM, I also have a shipping notice and tracking # "80%" Lowers ready and waiting 
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Posted: 3/7/2017 11:35:10 PM EDT
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Thanks for your patience, gents! When she gets there, just remember to put it in slow so you don't hurt yourselves :).
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Posted: 3/8/2017 5:11:22 PM EDT
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Thanks for your patience, gents! When she gets there, just remember to put it in slow so you don't hurt yourselves :). I'll try to be gentle since she's a virgin.... 
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Posted: 3/8/2017 7:58:50 PM EDT
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Hey 5DT... I watched videos and read the instructions on milling and have a question. If my 80% lower's rear pocket is already milled properly from factory and fits my upper well, can't I just mill out the main pocket starting with your guide pin 2 set and follow the progressive depth guides you provide for both pin sets 1 and 2?
Didn't see this idea addressed in videos or directions so thought I'd ask and do it on ARFCOM so other users of your jig could get the answer too. Inquiring minds want to know.... |
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Posted: 3/9/2017 2:13:17 PM EDT
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Posted: 3/11/2017 12:46:20 AM EDT
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Hey 5DT... I watched videos and read the instructions on milling and have a question. If my 80% lower's rear pocket is already milled properly from factory and fits my upper well, can't I just mill out the main pocket starting with your guide pin 2 set and follow the progressive depth guides you provide for both pin sets 1 and 2? Didn't see this idea addressed in videos or directions so thought I'd ask and do it on ARFCOM so other users of your jig could get the answer too. Inquiring minds want to know.... |
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Posted: 3/11/2017 12:46:50 AM EDT
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Quote History Let the fun begin
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Posted: 3/12/2017 10:50:32 PM EDT
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So, I got mine last Friday 3/10. Here are a few things I would consider.
1. I highly highly recommend putting multiple layers of masking or painters tape over the trigger/safety selector hole areas before drilling. Also, blow out any debris before drilling them. I scratched the crap out of the first one I did. 2. If you are using a regular drill for the 2 starter holes, be EXTRA careful that you are going dead straight in on the #3 hole. If you go to the side even a little bit, your hole will be a bit too wide. 3. Make sure your collar is on TIGHT for that 3/8" hole Mine slipped and I went straight through the bottom of the lower. (Is this lower garbage??) 4. If you are using a lower with a fully integrated trigger guard, tape some sort of media down into the bottom of it. 3 lowers in a row, no matter how careful I was, I would drop the bit down into the guard. It's makes a very small cosmetic ding, but still annoying for an OCD person. 5. If you plan on doing more than 2 lowers, make sure you have extra 3/8" bits. They don't last for more than 2. It was squeaking like crazy while drilling through the safety holes. I didn't even try it on the #2 hole on the next lower. 6. Wear a mask. I did 5 lowers in one day. I probably inhaled more aluminum and wd40 than I think would be safe to consume. :) I wish the drill guide were a half inch deeper. It would help ensure that the drill were going in dead straight. I have a slightly wide trigger pocket on 2 of my lowers because I wasn't dead straight. 2mm off is a big deal with the #3 hole. This is my first 80% experience. It was very very simple!!! Awesome product. Almost fool proof!! |
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Posted: 3/14/2017 9:29:27 AM EDT
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So, I got mine last Friday 3/10. Here are a few things I would consider. 1. I highly highly recommend putting multiple layers of masking or painters tape over the trigger/safety selector hole areas before drilling. Also, blow out any debris before drilling them. I scratched the crap out of the first one I did. 2. If you are using a regular drill for the 2 starter holes, be EXTRA careful that you are going dead straight in on the #3 hole. If you go to the side even a little bit, your hole will be a bit too wide. 3. Make sure your collar is on TIGHT for that 3/8" hole Mine slipped and I went straight through the bottom of the lower. (Is this lower garbage??) 4. If you are using a lower with a fully integrated trigger guard, tape some sort of media down into the bottom of it. 3 lowers in a row, no matter how careful I was, I would drop the bit down into the guard. It's makes a very small cosmetic ding, but still annoying for an OCD person. 5. If you plan on doing more than 2 lowers, make sure you have extra 3/8" bits. They don't last for more than 2. It was squeaking like crazy while drilling through the safety holes. I didn't even try it on the #2 hole on the next lower. 6. Wear a mask. I did 5 lowers in one day. I probably inhaled more aluminum and wd40 than I think would be safe to consume. :) I wish the drill guide were a half inch deeper. It would help ensure that the drill were going in dead straight. I have a slightly wide trigger pocket on 2 of my lowers because I wasn't dead straight. 2mm off is a big deal with the #3 hole. This is my first 80% experience. It was very very simple!!! Awesome product. Almost fool proof!! |
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Posted: 3/14/2017 9:05:49 PM EDT
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I really want the jig with the AR10 option but I will wait till the the inventor is such that they are ship with in 24hrs of purchase. Been down that pay and wait lane too many times......sometimes its no big deal and other times....
Looks like 5D has hit the mark on these from all the reviews. |
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Posted: 3/15/2017 1:55:57 AM EDT
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Is there a way to save the lower that I drilled through the bottom of on the #2 hole? Does it affect anything other than cosmetics? Is it dangerously percussive through that hole or will it just make my finger dirty? :)
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Posted: 3/15/2017 10:14:57 PM EDT
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Is there a way to save the lower that I drilled through the bottom of on the #2 hole? Does it affect anything other than cosmetics? Is it dangerously percussive through that hole or will it just make my finger dirty? :) Read on another thread that JB Weld or Aluminum Putty can be used. Let it cure then re-mill the area. Paint touchup as needed... Amazon Link  Attached File |
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Posted: 3/15/2017 10:25:37 PM EDT
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Using a collar on the 3/8" bit for the starter hole is a depth guide and shouldn't be consider a stopping device. Its way too easy for them to slip when pressure is applied. A slow and steady approach including re-checking the collar position frequently helps. Also, I use a digital guage to compare hole depth to the guide template when I'm close to ensure I dont overshoot.
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Posted: 3/15/2017 10:50:02 PM EDT
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If you use this type of stop it WONT SLIP...it's called a split collar.
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Posted: 3/16/2017 2:21:10 PM EDT
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If you use this type of stop it WONT SLIP...it's called a split collar. https://i.imgur.com/152cHjt.jpg Do you have a suggestion as to which brand to buy? There are so many that are rated low for various reasons - usually because of the set screw. Also, any suggestions as to ones that only have one screw to tighten? I was looking at the Big Horn #19123 set on Amazon, but it seems to have its problems, too. |
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Posted: 3/16/2017 2:25:49 PM EDT
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I just purchase the size I need at the local Ace Hardware store.
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Posted: 3/17/2017 12:38:11 AM EDT
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We will do something special for the ARFCOM faithful. Promise! Thanks. |
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Posted: 3/17/2017 10:33:59 PM EDT
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As soon as I have a place to do this that will not leave metal chips all over the kitchen floor.... My $30 prototype... catches 99% of the chips. Refinements in progress...  Attached File |
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Posted: 3/20/2017 11:42:26 AM EDT
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I'd buy one if I could find a place to anodize type III hard coat the receivers.... Synergy Metal Finishing |
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Posted: 3/20/2017 12:00:08 PM EDT
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What speed setting do you recommend on the dp611?
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Posted: 3/20/2017 2:53:04 PM EDT
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US Anodizing Synergy Metal Finishing |
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Posted: 3/20/2017 3:16:30 PM EDT
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US Anodizing Synergy Metal Finishing Sometimes the stop accepting individual orders to have the time and space to complete contracts/large manufacturing orders Synergy would be my go-to. Fast turn around, fast replies, and cheaper than US Anodizing. |
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Posted: 3/21/2017 12:52:46 AM EDT
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2 months later, have you folks had a chance to put together an ARFCOM special? Thanks. Quote HistoryQuoted:
2 months later, have you folks had a chance to put together an ARFCOM special? Thanks. Quoted:
What speed setting do you recommend on the dp611? |
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Posted: 3/22/2017 10:13:16 AM EDT
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I just bought a used Router off of Craig's list for 40.00. It is fairly new, I made a few passes through wood with it, works just fine.
I have seen several in Pawn shops, too. |
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Posted: 3/23/2017 11:33:18 AM EDT
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I just bought a used Router off of Craig's list for 40.00. It is fairly new, I made a few passes through wood with it, works just fine. I have seen several in Pawn shops, too. |
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Posted: 3/26/2017 2:41:55 PM EDT
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ALERT: Official lead times are down to 2-3 weeks for jig orders!
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Posted: 3/26/2017 4:13:18 PM EDT
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Wellll....where there's a will, there's a way.... My $30 prototype... catches 99% of the chips. Refinements in progress... https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/440344/IMG-5933-168385.JPG |
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Posted: 4/1/2017 7:25:27 PM EDT
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Wellll....where there's a will, there's a way.... My $30 prototype... catches 99% of the chips. Refinements in progress... https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/440344/IMG-5933-168385.JPG No wearing of sharp ass aluminum chips (and trying to get them out of your shirt, less inhaling of cutting fluid.
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Posted: 4/2/2017 6:48:58 PM EDT
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FYI.... Sears is selling the Dewalt 611 router for $99 right now...
 Attached FileI just ordered one from them after seeing Amazon price went back up to $128. I used a new Ridgid 2401 for my first lower but am gonna try the Dewalt for comparison as I noticed a couple issues while using the Ridgid that made me go hmmm.. |
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