Reddit reviews Whiteside 9810 Brass Set Up Gauges, 5 Piece Set

Don't buy crappy bits. I purchased this (what I thought at the time) beautiful Skil bit set and they were just all doo-doo. Nothing against Skil, but when you slap in a Freud or CMT you can really tell a difference. Also, the longevity of the more expensive bits more than pays for itself. I used the Skil bits once and they were noticeably dull. I've been using the same Freud chamfer bit for almost a year now and it still slices through all types of wood like gravy.

Also, the router is an awesome tool and even more versatile when you start incorporating jigs. A set of setup gauges is invaluable when setting the plunge depth.

I also thought this was a really cool video to get a set of shims (or whatever you want to call them) for perfectly setup dados and rabbets.

here is a set that i use, i also have a 1-2-3 block - http://www.amazon.com/Whiteside-9810-Brass-Gauges-Piece/dp/B0012JGAC0

they are used for quick measurement. setting distance between blade and fence on many tools is a common use. it just simply gives you a known size to measure from.

I've only begun to use them and have used them for so many things. The holes are threaded too. Something else that you might find useful are setup gauges. They make setting up routers, saws, etc so easy. I attribute the accuracy of this box to them.

Whiteside 9810 Brass Set Up Gauges, 5 Piece Set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0012JGAC0/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_srbJwbV12CB3F

For mere mortals:

http://www.amazon.com/Whiteside-Router-Bits-9800-Gauges/dp/B000EHPEFA - 2.5" long

or

http://www.amazon.com/Whiteside-Router-Bits-9810-Gauges/dp/B0012JGAC0 - 4" long

Not nearly as as many sizes but still useful. I have the 4" and they definitely come in handy and the brass won't harm carbide cutting edges.

Edit: And these are useful for a lot more than just with router setups