The Freud 9 Piece Basic Bit Set (1/4" Shank) brings together a carefully selected assortment of carbide-tipped router bits designed to handle the most common woodworking cuts. Whether you are just getting started with a hand-held router or adding to an established workshop with a table-mounted, palm, or CNC machine setup, this variety set gives you the versatility to tackle straight cuts, decorative profiles, joinery, and trimming operations - all in one convenient package. Compatible with hardwoods, softwoods, veneered plywood, and composites, Freud has built this collection around practical everyday routing needs.

Key Features

• Nine carbide-tipped bits covering a wide range of cut types - straight, mortising, dovetail, rabbeting, rounding over, Roman Ogee, flush trim, and V-grooving - so you have the right bit ready for virtually every common routing task without purchasing individually
• Freud Perma-SHIELD Coating on every bit - reduces friction and heat buildup during cuts, helping extend bit life and deliver cleaner results in wood and composite materials
• 1/4" shank diameter - fits a broad range of hand-held routers, table routers, palm routers, and CNC machines, making the set highly versatile across tools you may already own
• Unique shadow box case included with the set - keeps all nine bits organized, protected, and easy to locate at a glance, reducing the chance of damage or misplacement
• Suitable for hardwoods, softwoods, veneered plywood, and composites - one set covers the material types most commonly encountered in general woodworking and cabinetry projects
• Designed for woodworkers of any skill level - beginners benefit from having a complete starter assortment while experienced woodworkers can use the set to refresh or fill gaps in an existing bit collection

Why This Product

• Starting from scratch or rebuilding a worn-out router bit collection? This 9-piece set bundles the most essential bit profiles - including dovetail, flush trim, and Roman Ogee - into a single purchase, eliminating the need to source and match individual bits from multiple sources.
• The 1/4" shank size is one of the most widely accepted collet sizes across hand-held routers, table routers, palm routers, and CNC machines, meaning this set integrates directly into your existing tool lineup with no adapter or upgrade required.
• Every bit carries the Freud Perma-SHIELD Coating, which actively reduces friction and heat at the cutting edge - a meaningful advantage when routing dense hardwoods or layered composites where heat buildup can cause burning or premature wear.
• The included shadow box case is purpose-built for this set, keeping all nine bits securely housed and immediately accessible - a practical benefit for any shop where bit organization and tool longevity matter.

Specifications

• Brand: Freud
• Model Number: 88-100
• Product Group: Router CNC
• Category: Router Bit Sets
• Sub Category: Variety Bit Sets
• Shank Diameter: 1/4"
• Pack Quantity: 1
• Set Contents: 04-104, 04-124, 16-100, 22-104, 32-100, 42-102, 70-100, 34-110, 38-100
• Compatible Tools: Hand Router; Table Router; CNC Machine; Palm Router
• Compatible Materials: Veneered Plywood; Hardwoods; Softwoods; Composites
• Country of Origin: Italy

Approved Applications

• Ideal starter set for the beginning woodworker
• Refreshing or supplementing an existing router bit collection
• General routing in hardwood, softwood, plywood, and composite materials
• Use with hand-held routers, table-mounted routers, palm routers, and CNC machines

Frequently Asked Questions

Which bit profiles are included in this 9-piece set?

The set includes a Straight bit, Mortising bit, Dovetail bit, Rabbeting bit, Rounding Over bit, Roman Ogee bit, Flush Trim bit, and V-Grooving bit - covering the most frequently used profiles in general woodworking. The nine bits correspond to Freud part numbers 04-104, 04-124, 16-100, 22-104, 32-100, 42-102, 70-100, 34-110, and 38-100.

What shank size do these router bits use, and which tools are compatible?

All bits in this set feature a 1/4" shank diameter. They are compatible with hand-held routers, table-mounted routers, palm routers, and CNC machines - making the set a practical choice for a wide range of workshop setups.

What materials can I cut with this router bit set?

These carbide-tipped bits are suitable for routing hardwoods, softwoods, veneered plywood, and composites. The Freud Perma-SHIELD Coating on each bit helps manage friction and heat, supporting clean cuts across all of these material types.

Is there a version of this set available with a larger shank size?

Yes. Freud also offers a comparable 9-piece set in a 1/2" shank under model number 91-108, which is referenced as the larger-shank alternative to this 1/4" shank set (88-100).