Vise workshop second prototype

[JohnnyR]

So what's the verdict Mike? 4 or 5 lobes?

 

[pop-pop]

So what's the verdict Mike? 4 or 5 lobes?

I am still building the vise to use the four lobe wheel.

I’ll bring examples and patterns for both to the workshop so you can choose at the last minute. Or, bring two blanks and make one of each.

 

[pop-pop]

So what's the verdict Mike? 4 or 5 lobes?

Looks like four lobes has a slight edge since the deeper cutout gives one just a bit more purchase for the final snugging. The advantage is slight but quite tangible.

Also note the nice long grain edge surface on the handwheel on the left. I glued it up as an end-grain butcher block.

 

[Mark Johnson]

What are you using for screws and hardware in this vise. I'm ready to start a workbench, but can't really invest in the Benchcraft kit which is awesome I'm sure.

 

[pop-pop]

What are you using for screws and hardware in this vise. I'm ready to start a workbench, but can't really invest in the Benchcraft kit which is awesome I'm sure.

The screw and nuts are from a 14” dumbbell handle. With COVID, these are sometimes hard to get. I ordered some from Walmart last week (limit 4) for $6.87 each and now they are out of stock again. They don’t last long in the stores either.

 

[mdbuntyn]

@Mark Johnson I used a dumbbell handle for my moxon vise, and bought an inexpensive vise screw when I built my leg vise.

Robot or human?

www.walmart.com

Workbench Leg Vise Screw with 3 TPI Acme Threads 17" Capacity

This vise screw will allow you to build a custom workbench vise. The flange and threaded nut and built for durability and made from high strength cast iron with a black powder coat finish. The lead screw is precision machined to allow smooth operation when opening and closing. Lead screw is...

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[Mark Johnson]

The screw and nuts are from a 14” dumbbell handle. With COVID, these are sometimes hard to get. I ordered some from Walmart last week (limit 4) for $6.87 each and now they are out of stock again. They don’t last long in the stores either.

Thanks, that helps. 14 inch is too short for my leg vise, but would be useful elsewhere.

 

[Mark Johnson]

@Mark Johnson I used a dumbbell handle for my moxon vise, and bought an inexpensive vise screw when I built my leg vise.

Robot or human?

www.walmart.com

Workbench Leg Vise Screw with 3 TPI Acme Threads 17" Capacity

This vise screw will allow you to build a custom workbench vise. The flange and threaded nut and built for durability and made from high strength cast iron with a black powder coat finish. The lead screw is precision machined to allow smooth operation when opening and closing. Lead screw is...

taytools.com

That's great, I was having a hard time finding a screw. Even the Yost screws are not available.

 

[pop-pop]

What are you using for screws and hardware in this vise. I'm ready to start a workbench, but can't really invest in the Benchcraft kit which is awesome I'm sure.

Another inexpensive vise screw is a repurposed scaffold leveling jack. Widely available at widely varying prices.

 

[Flute Maker]

Wow....... beautiful vise!