Clamps

[IanSr008]

Looking for some kbody clamps. Need about 8 30" clamps. Where is the best (cheep) place to buy. Thanks

 

[junquecol]

Looking for some kbody clamps. Need about 8 30" clamps. Where is the best (cheep) place to buy. Thanks

K-Body and cheap are two words that don't go together. Avoid Peachtree's in house brand! Check at Lowes and price them. Then go by a post office (or two), and get a moving 10% off coupon.

 

[AlexSwansboro]

In the woodworker's journal there was a flyer for 40% Irwin parallel clamps at Rockler. The promo code is V2055. If they are still doing free shipping it might be a good buy. I don't really know about the quality of the Irwin parallel clamps, so maybe someone else can comment on that.

 

[pviser]

I'd go for the Jet parallel clamps. They are somewhat pricey, but they have a few refinements over Bessey and Jorgensen that I consider to be significant (e.g. trigger release). You'll be happy that you went first class and the cost will quickly be a fading memory. Furthermore, your grandchildren will someday fight over who gets the clamps.

By the way, about 18 months ago, I got three of the four-clamp sets NIB through ebay for an average of about $140/set. Failing that, try Amazon which has become my go-to conduit to tool purchases. Shipping is usually zero, even for a 500-lb cabinet saw!