14 best quick release vises

Product description

The Eclipse 7" Quick Release Vise features a front mounted lever which disengages the vise screw to permit rapid opening and closing of the vise, meaning that you can quickly adjust the opening of the vise to either release or clamp a piece you’re working on. It is fitted with an adjustable front stop (dog) that gives additional clamping facility when used with a bench stop, to provide a normal vise and a tail vise in one tool. To increase safety, the fused tommy bar will bend before the vise can become over-stressed. This vise features heavy cast iron and steel construction; a 7.87" maximum opening; 3/4" diameter guide rods and main screw; and 7" wide x 3" deep jaw faces predrilled for mounting wood jaw cushions, plus 2 predrilled holes and 2 cast tabs for mounting screws (screws not included). This vise is well constructed and will provide years of trouble-free service.

• Quick release trigger allows you to quickly adjust the opening to either release or clamp a piece you’re working on
• Fitted with an adjustable front stop (dog) to provide a normal vise and a tail vise in one tool
• Vise comes with two predrilled holes for quick sturdy mounting to your workbench
• To increase safety, the fused tommy bar will bend before the vise can become over-stressed
• 7" jaw width, 3" throat depth; 20.7 lb. net weight; Voted #1 Woodworking Vise as seen on Wiki Video
• Eclipse professional tools have been selling since 1909

User questions & answers

Question:	Where is vise made
Answer:	I don't think it would. the sizes are similar, but the bogen/manfrotto plate has cutouts where the dynatran does not.
Question:	what are the dimensions of this device
Answer:	the 3130 micro video head , is the same as the 128rc head. that quick release plate will work. no adapter is needed . but it comes with an adapter screw, which is a little larger ( in the pkg.
Question:	The bench side of my vice is not symmetrical; the bottom is about 1/16" thicker than the top. Won't hold work square to the bench. Suggestions
Answer:	https://www.manfrottospares.com/mkbfra4-bh-parts.html
Question:	How many lbs of clamping force does this generate
Answer:	The quick release Manfrotto plate has the following dimensions: 1 11/16 width X 2 1/16 inches length X 3/8 inch of edge thickness, there is a shallowed out space in the base where the thumb screw connection to the camera sits as shown in the product pricture.

Product features

Eclipse Quick Release Woodworking Vice

Eclipse vises are fitted with an adjustable front stop (dog) that gives additional clamping facility when used with a bench stop, to provide a normal vise and a tail vise in one tool. Eclipse vises feature heavy cast iron jaws and solid steel slide rods for a lifetime of rugged use, and the vise jaws are toed in to assure positive clamping, even under the heaviest of clamping pressure. To increase safety, the fused tommy bar will bend before the vise can become over-stressed.

Pre-Drilled Holes

This vise is easily mounted to virtually any style of workbench and can be used in a configuration of your choosing. The vise comes with two predrilled holes for quick sturdy mounting to your workbench. The vise also features 2 cast tabs for mounting screws (screws not included).

Quick Release

This Quick Release Vise features a front mounted lever which disengages the vise screw to permit rapid opening & closing of the vise, so you can quickly adjust the opening of the vise to either release or clamp a piece you’re working on. This unique characteristic ensures a smooth, efficient operation that will make this vise one of the most versatile & frequently used tools in your workshop.

Adjustable front stop (dog)

Eclipse vises are fitted with an adjustable front stop (or dog) to provide the option of a normal vise and/or a tail vise in one tool.

Quick Release

The Eclipse Quick Release Vise permits rapid opening and closing of the vise, meaning that you can quickly adjust the opening of the vise to either release or clamp a piece you’re working on.

Heavy Duty Construction

This Eclipse vise features heavy cast iron and steel construction, predrilled for mounting wood jaw cushions, plus 2 predrilled holes and 2 cast tabs for mounting screws (screws not included). This vise is well constructed and will provide years of trouble-free service.

Product description

The Yost is designed for the home or professional woodworker. The vise is built from rugged cast iron. It features a quick release that disengages the screw for speedy adjustment. Simply pull the lever and slide the jaw in or out. Engage the screw by turning the handle clockwise for super holding control. The vise features a buttress threaded main screw for powerful clamping. The bench dog can be used in conjunction with a bench stop for oversized projects. The vise jaws have predrilled holes to allow optional wood facings (not included) to be mounted to the vise.

• Heavy duty cast iron and steel construction, predrilled for mounting wood jaw facings,
• Quick release level allows for rapidly opening and closing the vise
• Fitted with an adjustable front stop (bench dog)
• Engineered for optimal safety, the fused tommy bar will bend before vise becomes over-stressed
• Unique vise design ensures smooth & efficient operation making this vise the most versatile and frequently used tool in your workshop
• 9" jaw width, jaw opening 10", throat depth 4. 06", weight 36. 5 pounds
• For flush mount, table thickness needs to be 3. 5"

User questions & answers

Question:	What are the dimensions of the Mounting plate, vertical and horizontal
Answer:	Not real sure. Didn't see anything on the vise but if I rember right,the box said "China". Probably did, everything is nowadays.
Question:	where is it made
Answer:	The approximate dimensions of this vice are: Jaw width, 7 inches; height, 6.5 inches; and depth, 14 inches (with jaws closed). The jaws have a max opening span of 7-7/8 inches. The shipping weight of the vise is 22 pounds.
Question:	Can the vise be disassemble so as to bury the rear jaw behind the bench apron
Answer:	If I understand your question, I would think a simple solution would be to install two wood faces inside your vice and mount them level with the bench surface. The wood faces inside the vise will also protect your work from the steel jaws.
Question:	Noticed that my vice is closing on the left side before the right side clamps down. Thinking it due to the screw design... this normal
Answer:	Without using a force gauge I can't specifically say, however I can confidently say it's we'll in excess of 1000 lbs. I've used it to lock 8/4 red oak boards 55" × 14" for hand planing and it locks them in without any shifting.

Product features

Yost Professional Grade Woodworking Vises

The Yost professional grade woodworking vises are designed for home craftsman. These vises are built to exact specifications for optimal performance. The rapid action nut design on these vises is designed to save you time when clamping work pieces.

Benefits and Features Buttress Thread and End Stop

Yost uses a buttress tread for the main screw. This thread style provides smoother operation and better clamping force. The end stop on the vise prevents the vise from being opened too far.

Yost Rapid Action Nut

The rapid action feature on this vise allows you to quickly open and close the vise. Simply pull up on the handle and hold, this will cause the vise nut to disengage. Adjust the jaws to the appropriate opening and let go of the handle. A simple turn of the main handle will engage the screw and tighten the vise on the product.

Pre-Drilled Holes

This vise comes with several pre-drilled holes for quick sturdy mounting to your workbench. The vise also features holes that are pre-drilled into the jaws of the vise to allow for the mounting of wood facings.

Product description

Improve your current Bench by adding a front vise or use this economical hardware to build a new Bench from scratch. We're sure you'll find that the rugged castings and precision parts make these economically priced workbench vises a fantastic value. The F9WW does not contain the two guide rail supports like the F10WW. Handle not included.

• Country Of Origin: China
• Model Number: F9WW
• Item Package Dimension: 14.25" L x 8.0" W x 2.5" H
• Item Package Weight: 16.0 lb

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the difference between the $60 regular version and the $112 “improved version” that justifies double the price
Answer:	71/4 inches wide by 3 1/2 inches high. I lowered it 2 inches and added some 3/4 Baltic birch ply wood faces and expanded the vise to 10 1/2 wide and 5 1/2 high. Works great that way.
Question:	What size handle does this take
Answer:	It is made by an American company, but could not find a "made in" stamp anywhere visible after I installed it. Good vice, probably assembled in the states from foreign made parts.
Question:	I see that the Length and Width are 9 1/4” x4 1/4” . What is the height or vertical clearance required
Answer:	Yes, I did that to mine and it worked out great. I built my own 4x8 workbench with 2x4's., butcher block style. I left out about 2' where I was going to attach the vise. I took 2 pieces of 1x oak I had hanging around the shop and cut out a sort of upside down U into the oak with about an inch left up top , same shape I scribed from the backside of the vise. I attached the vise to my table, slipped the cut-out piece I cut from the oak over it so you didnt see the top metal part of the vise and a second piece of the oak over that covering the face of the rear part of the vice. I slipped the screw part of the front back in then...screwed two pieces of 1x oak to the inside of the front . Looks and works amazing now! I'd add a photo but dont see that feature for these posts...sorry.
Question:	Would the 10" version be suitable as an end vise
Answer:	When you close your vise When it is new it will close evenly across the jaws, However after some use they will "rack". This is caused by clamping things to one side of the jaws and not providing an even distribution of the clamping pressure. Also excessive pressure will cause racking. This is pretty normal on most vises, as most woodworkers do not use a second spacer to even out the clamping pressure. In a perfect world we would always clamp in the center of the jaws, and only use enough pressure to hold the work piece, and never hammer on our woodworking vise. But this is not a perfect world is it?

Product description

The heavy cast iron wood vise with polished guide rods have quick release levers that disengage the screw for fast and efficient operation. They also feature sliding dogs for securing long workpieces to the bench and disappear out of the way when not in use.

• 9-inch jaw width
• Mounting height (workbench thickness) 2-1/4-inch
• 10-inch max jaw opening

User questions & answers

Question:	What kind of thread is on the vise screw? The original Record vise had a buttress thread. Are these square, buttress or acme
Answer:	I looked into it a little further. The $69 one is sold by Amazon, which means they either buy them from Yost for resale, or more probably just place an order to Yost for drop-ship to the customer. The $115 ones (almost twice as much) are sold by a 3rd party, and are not Prime. The seller is located in Romania. Which means they are buying from Yost, doubling the price, and selling them as an "improved" version. It also means that it will probably take a long time to get them. It is also important to note that this vise is $66 if you order it directly from Yost, so *they* obviously don't have an improved version with over a hundred dollars.
Question:	what kind of wood should the jaw faces be made of
Answer:	This particular model has an I.D. of 0.925" so a 1" dowel will not fit, a 7/8" will fit with enough clearance to easily slide back and forth
Question:	what is overall length of vise
Answer:	The Vice Face mount (the part that the Vise Face will anchor to) is little under 2 1/2" inches tall and the Vise Plate mount (the part that anchors to your workbench) is about 2 1/4" tall. Those are rough measurements, but should help you get an idea of the size. Just measured mine with a caliper... The Vice Face mount is 2.417" tall and the Vise Plate mount is 2.14". Hope this helps!
Question:	What is the width (the distance between the outermost edges) of the rods that go under the tabletop? And that piece holding them together? Thanks
Answer:	Personal choice. It's entirely up to the user.

Product features

Shop Fox D4328 Quick Release Vise

This heavy cast-iron wood vise with polished guide rods features a quick release lever that disengages the screw for fast and efficient material engagement. It also features sliding dogs for securing long workpieces to the bench, which conveniently retract out of the way when not in use.

Workbench Thickness

This quick release vise is designed to fit on workbenches 2-1/4 inch and thicker, but can be adapted to workbenches down to 1-1/2 inch thick by using a shim.

Pre-Drilled Jaw Holes

The jaws are pre-drilled to allow one to make and attach custom non-marring jaw faces to protect workpiece surfaces.

Cast Iron Construction

Cast iron construction offers durability and years of dependable use.

Quick Release Lever

Using the quick release lever allows for fast and efficient operation. Moving the quick release lever towards the vise handle disengages the leadscrew so the sliding jaw can be freely moved by pushing or pulling it.

Sliding Stop Dogs

This vise includes sliding stop dogs for use with bench dogs. A handy feature when working with stock that is too long for the vise to accommodate. When the stop dogs are not in use, simply loosen the finger bolt and the dogs disappear out of the way.

Product description

For those that build their own cabinet maker's bench, this heavy-duty steel and cast-iron front vise has all the working hardware for a very strong, large-capacity bench vise.

• Solid birch jaw measures 13" long x 3-1/2" wide x 2" thick
• Screw size: 1" diameter x 11-1/2" long
• Heavy-Duty steel and cast-iron construction
• Large holding capacity
• Fits 1-1/2" thick bench tops

User questions & answers

Question:	My top is 2" thick. Would making a new wood piece for it be okay so it is flush with the top
Answer:	Ian, did the research then when and looked at my vise which is the Fox D4327 and the threads are definitely buttress.
Question:	does it have a quick release
Answer:	We recommend you use a moderate to hard wood. Oak would make a good option for the jaw face plate.
Question:	Does this vise include the wooden jaw face and the handle
Answer:	I've got 2 inches of wood jaws and the overall length is right about 16", so I'd say 16-18".
Question:	What are the dimensions of the bracket that mounts under the bench, (just the metal bracket
Answer:	On mine, I measure a bit over 4-1/16" between outer extremities of the guide rods; the width of the plate and bracket that bolts to the face / underside of the bench I measure just about over 7-1/8" wide.

Product features

D4648-Cabinet Maker's Front Vise

This is one seriously strong, large capacity vise featuring cast-iron, steel, and birch construction.

Product description

Dubois aluminum drill Press vise provides stability for drilling applications. The vise is made of cast aluminum. It measures 9-1/8 inches long by 4-1/2 inches wide. Max. Jaw opening is 2-3/4 inches (70mm). quick-release for instant clamping and release of work piece. Slots make it easy to mount to drill Press tables; compatible with most drill stands. Built-in Groove holds dowels and other round materials.

• INCLUDES: Drill Press Vise
• APPLICATION: Secures and grips your woods, plastics, and metals - delivering exceptional stability for your drilling projects
• FEATURES: Quick release action for instant clamping and repositioning, a built-in groove for holding dowels and rounded materials
• LIGHTWEIGHT BUILD: Made from corrosion resistant cast aluminum, perfectly sized at 9-1/8” x 4-1/2” for convenient storage, and possesses a 2-3/4” max vice jaw opening for an assortment of woodworking and clamping functions
• COMPATIBILITY: Offers a universal design that uses mounting slots, 3-5/8” on center, to attach seamlessly to most drill press tables

User questions & answers

Question:	will this fit a wen 8 in drill press
Answer:	No
Question:	Does this item include the hardware needed to attach it to a drill press platform
Answer:	Yes
Question:	What is the measure between the mounting slots, center to center? Not all drill presses have a star shaped table.... It would be helpful, to add this
Answer:	7" across x 4 5/8" deep

Product features

The Aluminum Drill Press Vise by POWERTEC.

This vice is perfectly designed for table top drill press and woodworking applications. Whether used for cutting, drilling or lite duty clamping, this general purpose vice offers optimal versatility with impressive features at an affordable price. Featuring a well-built, universal design, it’s sure to help produce professional looking results with each individual project.

Easy To Use and Install

The well designed vise base possesses dual onboard mounting slots to easily secure and position the vise to your drill press table. The featured slots are 3-1/8 inches long with a center to center space of 3-5/8 inches. These dimensions enable you to utilize the vise in accordance to virtually any drill press workstation.

Design and Build Features

• Die Cast Aluminum Frame: Corrosion resistant and able to retain high dimensional clamping force stability.
• Quick Release Button: Provides instant clamping and release action for your work.
• Large Ergonomic Handle: Offers optimal control and comfort while gripping.
• Built-In Vertical Groove: Perfect for holding dowels and rounded materials.
• Maximum Jaw Opening: 2-3/4-inch (70mm)

Offers Project Versatility

Intended for the tabletop drill press applications, this vice is also suitable for almost any work surface. Get creative and use it for an assortment of projects, including woodworking, polishing, hobby work, jewelry making, electronics and other lightweight crafts.

Product description

The Yost is designed for the home or professional woodworker. The vise is built from rugged cast iron. It features a quick release that disengages the screw for speedy adjustment. Simply pull the lever and slide the jaw in or out. Engage the screw by turning the handle clockwise for Super holding control. The vise features a buttress threaded main screw for powerful clamping. The Bench dog can be used in conjunction with a Bench stop for oversized projects. The vise jaws have predrilled holes to allow optional wood facings (not included) to be mounted to the vise.

• Heavy duty cast iron and steel construction, predrilled for mounting wood jaw facings,
• Quick release level allows for rapidly opening and closing the vise
• Fitted with an adjustable front stop (bench dog)
• Engineered for optimal safety, the fused tommy bar will bend before vise becomes over-stressed
• Unique vise design ensures smooth & efficient operation making this vise the most versatile and frequently used tool in your workshop
• 10. 5" jaw width, jaw opening 15", throat depth 4. 06", weight 40 pounds
• For flush mount, table thickness needs to be 3. 5"

User questions & answers

Question:	How has this held up over several years? i have a qr almost identical to this and after 6 years it binds when opening except when using the qr
Answer:	Most likely not this is a poorly designed and made vise
Question:	Is the dog made of Iron or Plastic
Answer:	Not really, but you may just need few nuts and bolts. Do make sure the dimensions of the vise fit your drill press.
Question:	version. Without cutting out underside of the bench, what's the thickest table top this can be mounted to and still be flush with the top? Thx
Answer:	the slot is 7/16 wide by 3 1/8 long with a center to center space of 3 5/8. All dimensions are inches.
Question:	is this a copy of the eclipse quick release vice
Answer:	it's designed to be flush on a 1 1/2" thick top, for a 2" top you would have to add a 1/2" to the wood portion of the vise to bring it flush

Product features

Yost Professional Grade Woodworking Vises

The Yost professional grade woodworking vises are designed for home craftsman. These vises are built to exact specifications for optimal performance. The rapid action nut design on these vises is designed to save you time when clamping work pieces.

Benefits and Features Buttress Thread and End Stop

Yost uses a buttress tread for the main screw. This thread style provides smoother operation and better clamping force. The end stop on the vise prevents the vise from being opened too far.

Yost Rapid Action Nut

The rapid action feature on this vise allows you to quickly open and close the vise. Simply pull up on the handle and hold, this will cause the vise nut to disengage. Adjust the jaws to the appropriate opening and let go of the handle. A simple turn of the main handle will engage the screw and tighten the vise on the product.

Pre-Drilled Holes

This vise comes with several pre-drilled holes for quick sturdy mounting to your workbench. The vise also features holes that are pre-drilled into the jaws of the vise to allow for the mounting of wood facings.

Product description

Features a machined pivoting nut that engages or releases with a turn of the 1" diameter main screw. Contains 20mm diameter guide rods. Screw and body length 19", width 10-1/2". Handle and mounting screws not included. About Us: Founded in Boston in 1928, Woodcraft's operations were moved to Parkersburg, West Virginia in 1989. It's been over 90 years since Woodcraft first began selling high quality woodworking tools and supplies out of a one room shop in Boston's North End, and Woodcraft is still firmly committed to providing woodworkers with superior products and expert advice. We are America’s leading supplier of saws, planes, power tools, hand tools, wood stain and paint, routers, sanding, wood, kits, dust collection and more. Our award winning family of brands includes WoodRiver, Highpoint, Woodcraft and Woodcraft Magazine as well as the greatest selection of woodworking books, videos, and plans

• Screw and body length 19", width 10-1/2".
• Handle and mounting screws not included.
• WoodRiver is proudly made by Woodcraft, America’s leading supplier of saws, planes, power tools, hand tools, wood stain and paint, routers, sanding, wood, kits, dust collection and more. Our award winning family of brands includes WoodRiver, Highpoint, Woodcraft and Woodcraft Magazine as well as the greatest selection of woodworking books, videos, and plans.

User questions & answers

Question:	Have you noticed any racking from this vise
Answer:	Yes, it is a copy - but looking at the shipping weights, this one is much lighter in construction than the Eclipse. It works for my needs

Product description

Remember when you could keep your workpiece nice and secure? Stop your metal from moving with the WEN 3.5-Inch Quick-Release Vise. Perfect for milling machines, this vise comes ready to mount with its included hardware bag (featuring M10-1.5 T-nuts). Heavy-duty industrial-strength steel makes for a reliable and long-lasting vise. Even though this was designed as a milling machine accessory, the universal 1/2-inch mounting brackets make this quick-vise compatible with the vast majority of drill presses and bench tops. Remember when your workpiece stayed still? Remember WEN.

• 4-inch by 1-inch jaws open to a width of 3.5 inches
• Quick release design makes for easy and fast adjustments
• Constructed from heavy-duty industrial-strength steel
• Includes M10-1.5 T-nuts and mounting hardware
• Designed for the WEN 33013 Variable Speed Milling Machine

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this get tight enough to hold material for milling
Answer:	3.5 inches. I had to cut out the underside on my bench.

Product description

Quick-release wood working vise can bring you easy and professional operation experience



Specification:

Jaw width: 229mm(9") 

Opening: 254mm(10")

Throat Depth: 103mm(4")

Clamping Force: 5500lbs(2500kg)

Floating Body: Gray Iron(30,000 PSI)

Stationary Body: Ductile Iron(60,000 PSI)



Features:

predrilled for mounting wood jaw cushions

with an adjustable front stop (bench dog)

It can release or clamp a piece quickly by adjusting the opening of the vise

The bar will bend before the vise become over-stressed for your safety

• Specification: Jaw width: 9"(229mm), Opening: 10"(254mm), Throat Depth: 4"(103mm)
• Durability and Sturdy: Ductile Iron Stationary Body (60,000 PSI); Gray Iron Floating Body (30,000 PSI)
• Sawtooth thread brings much higher clamping force: 5500lbs (2500kg); firm workpiece clamping for woodworking
• Quick Release Function for easy, rapid & smooth operation; Adjustable front-stop (bench dog) for oversize workpiece
• Heavy-Duty Design for workshop and home use; predrilled holes make sturdy and quick under-bench mounting

Product description

Our Multi-Purpose Clamp could be used as Table Jaw Bench Clamp, Double Handle Flat Clamp & 90° Corner Clamp. Aluminum Alloy assures the great quality and the Quick Release design could help client to use it easier.

• 【Components】Our Clamp set contain 2 Table Jaw Bench Clamps, 1 backboard and 4 Fixing screws.
• 【3 modes in 1】 First Mode: 2 table jaw bench clamps could be used separately. Second Mode: 2 bench clamps could combine with the backboard to be a Double Handle Flat Clamp with better stability. Third Mode: 2 bench clamps could combine with the backboard to be a 90° corner clamp.
• 【High Quality】Made of high-quality aluminum alloy die-casting material, high durability and well-built design are conveyed to ensure long-lasting use.
• 【Easy to Use】Double handle, adjustable jaw, solid anti-skid strong rubber handle, help to sets up instantly, secures quickly.
• 【Best for DIY】Perfect for welding, framing, drilling, doweling, woodworking, making cabinet, installing furniture, frame and aquarium, etc.

Product description

This heavy-duty woodworker's vise from Jorgensen features a solid-steel dog in the front jaw which, when used in conjunction with a bench stop, allows oversized work to be held securely on the bench top. The machined toed-in jaw provides a solid grip, while northern hardwood handles provide balance and comfort. The front and back jaws have holes drilled in them to allow for optional wood facings (not included). This vise will easily fit any bench up to three-inches thick. Jaw size: 3-1/2 by 7-1/8 inches, with 9-inch maximum opening capacity. For a larger version of the same vise, see Jorgensen's model #41012.--Josh Dettweiler

This heavy-duty woodworker's vise from Jorgensen features a solid-steel dog in the front jaw which, when used in conjunction with a bench stop, allows oversized work to be held securely on the bench top. The machined toed-in jaw provides a solid grip, while northern hardwood handles provide balance and comfort. The front and back jaws have holes drilled in them to allow for optional wood facings (not included). This vise will easily fit any bench up to three-inches thick. Jaw size: 3-1/2 by 7-1/8 inches, with 9-inch maximum opening capacity. For a larger version of the same vise, see Jorgensen's model #41012.--Josh Dettweiler

What's in the Box

Vise, wood handle

• Bench vise with solid-steel dog and toed-in jaw
• For smaller woodworking projects
• Jaws drilled for optional wood facings (not included)
• Northern hardwood handle
• 3-1/2-by-7-1/8-inch jaw size with 9-inch maximum opening

User questions & answers

Question:	I have a 30855 jorgensen bench vice. when i open it, it unwinds, but i have to manually open it. you have drawings that show it's inner workings
Answer:	I do mill with it. The issue is that the thing was ground in with a belt sander. Mine was 0.080 out. Took 3 hours with a grinder to make it useable.
Question:	I purchased this vise and the end caps of the handle don't fit at all, they're way too loose to stay on. Am I missing something? Do I need to glue them on
Answer:	Yes, it does rack but that is inherent in any such vise. I have been very pleased with mine. If I clamp something on one side I use a board of similar size on the other side.
Question:	does the jorgensen fit the wolfcraft workbench
Answer:	After 3 years I can say that it’s held up quite well for me.
Question:	How much depth is required to mount this vise in the closed position? The reviews say that you need about 9 in. of width but nothing about depth
Answer:	The dog is iron as is the handle for the dog

Product description

At JET Tools, we see a future built on great brands, products, and people. In every facet of our business, we leverage the strengths of our global infrastructure to maximize the benefits of all three.

From the Manufacturer

This heavy duty woodworking vise has a front jaw that pivots 10-Degree to allow for clamping irregular shaped parts. The front jaw moves up to 9/16-Inch to act as a full length dog. The pivot jaw can be removed for wider clamping requirements. Mounting instructions are included.

• JAW WIDTH: 4" x 7"
• JAW OPENING: 10"
• NET WEIGHT: 30 pounds
• ADAPTABILITY Front jaw pivots 10° to allow for clamping irregular shaped parts.
• VERSATILITY: Pivot jaw can be removed for wider clamping requirements.

User questions & answers

Question:	how do you put it to a table
Answer:	Assuming I understand the question correctly, these woodworkers vises are sometimes referred to as a "speed vise". The term aptly describes the feature that allows the user to quickly slide the vise open to the appropriate position. When turning the handle counter clockwise approximately one-half turn, there is a gravity-activated mechanism that disengages from the threaded bar, allowing the vise to slide open by pulling on the handle or outboard jaw. Provided you don't turn the handle clockwise, your vise should freely slide in and out to open and/or close snug to the work piece. Once you turn the handle clockwise, the mechanism reengages with the threaded bar, now requiring you to continue turning the handle to clamp down on the work piece.
Question:	I do a lot of laminating operations that can weigh up to 200lbs. Can this vise take the weight? My last two have made it over 30yrs
Answer:	Yes. I glued them with wood glue and predrilled and countersunk for a small screw in each end. Another alternative would be get a 12" black iron pipe and two end caps and get rid of the wooden handle provided. This would give you more leverage but you really don't need that much. Besides, if your shop is cold the pipe will be cold to the touch also. Your choice.
Question:	What is the ideal bench top thickness so that the top edge of the jaws is flush with the bench top
Answer:	The key dimension is the thickness of your top, as well as the area you need below it. It will fit one that is 2 1/4 thick. If you have a thinner top, you will need to glue a piece of wood to the underside so it is 2 1/4" thick. I have a 1 1/2 inch top and had to glue a 3/4" piece of wood to it. You also need to ensure you have an area under the bench that is free of supports and aprons at least 9 1/2" that you can mount it to.
Question:	How deep/far back does the screw and cover extend under the bench surface? Where I want to place it I only have 10" from the front edge of the bench
Answer:	7 1/4" minimum in width. 13" minimum depth. I just went down and measured my vice. I love the vice. You need to mount it near the front edge of your bench to get the best use out of it. Left or right side, your choice. I also put 1x6x12" oak facing in the vice and it works great.

Product description

The IRWIN Woodworker's Vise ensures a firm grip on workpieces with toe-in toward top jaws. With a square body for easy under-bench mounting, it has a provision for installing wood cheeks to protect workpieces. Constructed of durable forged iron, it has a 4-1/2" jaw capacity perfect for hobbies and light woodworking tasks.

• Toe-in toward top jaws helps ensure firm grip on workpiece
• Square body seating for easy under-bench mounting
• Provision for installing wooden cheeks to protect work pieces
• 4-1/2" jaw capacity perfect for light duty woodworking tasks
• Crated of forged iron for long-lasting durability

User questions & answers

Question:	Where is this vice manufactured
Answer:	Thank you for choosing Irwin tools. Our goal is to provide the highest quality service. This vise is manufactured in China.
Question:	How deep will the overhang of the table top be to mount the vise so as not to hit the wood brace
Answer:	Mine is mounted on my 1-3/4" workbench...bolts go about 1.5" behind the jaws...hope this helps...I use mine every day and love it!
Question:	What is the depth to the mounting face from the top
Answer:	The depth from top to mounting face is 2-1/4".On my workbench the top surface is 1-1/8" thick.So I have toadd a piece of wood 1-1/8 thick to make it level with the vise.Hope this will help you
Question:	Nice vise. How wide will the jaws open? thank you, gg
Answer:	Sorry it took so long to reply, this is a really nice vise. To answer your question, it opens comfortably to 5 inches, but you can get it to 5 1/8. I wouldn't push it past that or the side alignment pieces may come out of their housings. Hope this helps! Have fun!