CMT 806.690.11B Flush Trim Bit with Double Bearing, 2-Inch Cutting Length and 1/2-Inch Shank

This is a large bit, so you need to reduce router speed when using it. The top and bottom bearings make it suitable for pattern following and/or edge trimming. Generally CMT makes excellent bits, so I expect this to last. I am retired and a DIY woodworker and I am in my shop pretty much every day, so my tools and bits are used frequently. Not a production shop, but not quite a weekend warrior either.

Dont bother buying cheaper stuff, these are durable, precise and effective. I have other brands I bought about 10 years ago but the CMT bits I bought in 2007 are still sharp and drill and shave wood like on their first day. The others are not so effective anymore...

Perfect for my edging needs. Smooth cuts.

I used this bit to cut ten 2x4s to match a multiple curved pattern. It worked great.

Spiral bits are supposed to help with tear out. Not so much.

Sturdy and smooth. Can easily remove the end bearing (with the right tool) if necessary.

Used this to shape the profile on my pergola rafter ends. Wood type was 2” Western Red Cedar. This tool made easy work of this project. I am now in preparations to use this tool on a mahogany electronic guitar body. I expect it will do the same awesome job it did on the pergola.

I bought this bit for template routing to make some back chair legs. I was VERY surprised at how well this thing was able to cut down a 2x4. Super smooth and hasnt dulled at all after a fair bit (no pun intended) of usage. It is a large, solid, well-built router bit and it got the job done!

The bit made nice clean cuts. One thing I didn’t consider is that I thought the extra length compared to other bits was a plus, but the bit is so long that it can’t be lowered enough for the top bearing to ride on the template when cutting 3/4” stock using my Bosch router and Bosch router table.

This is a great tool. I cut several curved pieces for a cradle with this and a template. Some 1.5 inch thick birch.