What does a swivel base gain me?

The work can be re-angled without unclamping, which saves time in welding, filing and other multi-angle jobs.

The jaws are marking my work — what should I do?

Fit soft jaws — aluminium, copper or plastic covers. Hardened serrated jaws leave permanent marks on machined surfaces.

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A vise holds work with a steady, repeatable force where two hands cannot. The figures that matter are jaw width and opening: width covers the face of the work, opening covers its thickness.

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Jaw width, opening and base

100-125 mm jaw width covers most general workshop tasks; heavy steelwork calls for 150 mm and above. A swivel base lets the work be re-angled without unclamping, which saves time on repetitive jobs.

Mount a vise at three points or more, with the jaws overhanging the bench edge so long work can hang down without fouling the bench top.

Frequently Asked Questions

What jaw width should I choose?
100-125 mm covers most general workshop tasks; heavy steelwork calls for 150 mm and above.
What does a swivel base gain me?
The work can be re-angled without unclamping, which saves time in welding, filing and other multi-angle jobs.
How should a vise be mounted?
At three points or more, with the jaws overhanging the bench edge so long work can hang past the bench top.
The jaws are marking my work — what should I do?
Fit soft jaws — aluminium, copper or plastic covers. Hardened serrated jaws leave permanent marks on machined surfaces.