Where are Columbian vises made?
Cleveland, OHThe Columbian Vise, manufactured in Cleveland, OH was the other "Made In USA" vise and was included in the Warren Tool Company merger.
When did Columbian vise go out of business?
in 1965 or 1966, and Warren was sold to Wilton Corp. in 1994. The date that Columbian ceased operations is unknown. As of early 2019, Wilton's sign reading "Ohio Operations, Columbian Vise Plant" is still on the building.
What are the best brand of bench vises?
BEST OVERALL: Forward 8-Inch Bench Vise Ductile Iron.RUNNER-UP: Wilton 11106 Wilton Bench Vise.BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: TEKTON 4-Inch Swivel Bench Vise 54004.UPGRADE PICK: Wilton WS8 Shop Vise (63304)BEST FOR WOODWORKING: Pony Jorgensen 27091 Medium Duty Woodworker's Vise.More items...•
What is the best woodworking vice?
5 Best Woodworking Vises (2021 Review)Yost M9WW Rapid Acting 9” Woodworking Vise.TEKTON 53986 6 ½” Woodworking Vise.Eclipse Quick Release 10” Woodworking Vise.IRWIN 226361 6 ½” Woodworking Vise.Shop Fox D4328 9” Quick Release Wood Vise.
Are Wilton vises still made in the USA?
Wilton moved production of the venerable Tradesman Vises overseas, but you still have a chance to purchase one of the last made in the USA units. We have a limited supply of U.S. produced Wilton Tradesman vises on hand. Buy a piece of American industrial history - and a vise that won't let you down!
Where are Wilton vise made?
The new Wilton Tradesman vises are made in Taiwan, and will be replacing current SKUs. The new Mechanics Pro vises, which have lower price points, feature an enclosed spindle, precision machined slide, a needle roller thrust bearing design, and 360° swivel base.
Are clamp on vises good?
As such, clamp-on vises are typically most useful for light duty operations. That's not to say that they can't take some abuse and some torque, but the upper limit just isn't as high as a traditional vise.
Are Irwin vise any good?
The Bottom Line. The Irwin Multi-Purpose Vise is very attractive for about $95 as long as you keep in mind its light-duty design intent. It's a great fit for a DIYer's shop or garage and has some potential for Pros that don't need 2 tons or more (literally) of clamping force.
What should I look for in a bench vice?
While selecting a bench vise, you have to check its throat depth – this is the distance from the top side of the jaw to the top of the slide below the jaw. Larger throat depths mean you can hold larger workpieces. Bench vises have varying jaw widths. For larger objects, you need bench vises that have bigger jaw widths.
What vise does Paul Sellers use?
Paul has also recommends the Eclipse 9″ Quick Release vise as it is more readily available and seems to hold up well.
What size vise do I need for woodworking?
For general household DIY, a 4- to 5-inch vise is large enough to handle most tasks. (This measurement is the length of the jaws from end to end and is maximum amount of contact your vise has with the workpiece.)
How do I choose a woodworking vise?
7:0312:00Pick the RIGHT vise for woodworking. - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThey make your bench more expensive. And time consuming to build because you're buying a second viceMoreThey make your bench more expensive. And time consuming to build because you're buying a second vice. And it really needs to be quick release your tail vise needs a dog built into the jaw.
Does Yost make good vices?
Producing High Quality Bench Vises Since 1908 At Yost Vises we have been producing high quality vises since 1908.
Where are Irwin vises made?
ChinaTechnical DetailsManufacturerAMEX9Part Number4935506Item Weight30.9 poundsProduct Dimensions15.25 x 7.5 x 9.13 inchesCountry of OriginChina8 more rows
Where are Irwin record vices made?
SheffieldRecord vises were made by The Record Tools Factory, Sheffield in the UK and they manufactured vises between 1909 to 2000. The business was then taken over by Irwin Tools.
How big of a vice do I need?
For general household DIY, a 4- to 5-inch vise is large enough to handle most tasks. (This measurement is the length of the jaws from end to end and is maximum amount of contact your vise has with the workpiece.)
Chinese Columbian Vise
A customer of mine has a Columbian rotating (machinist?) vise, very large, 6" jaw I think with about a 7 or 8" opening and marked with graduations on the rotating part. Also has a pipe jaw and a pretty good sized anvil surface. I searched online and cannot find it and I forgot to get a picture.
Re: Chinese Columbian Vise
OK I found one. Apparently they were sold by Lowes at one time. A guy over at Garage Journal bought one in 2006 for $53 and swears it was very well made. Of course another guy a few posts in has a different opinion. The vise in question is stamped Wilton but I believe Wilton and Columbian are the same company?
Re: Chinese Columbian Vise
Chinese Columbian bad. It is a cast piece of junk, it will shatter with abuse. Wilton and Columbian were not the same. Search craigslist and you will find a good old American made one.
Re: Chinese Columbian Vise
The best vices are forged. These thin cast vices they sell now have a very short life span. They just look like a vise. Save your pennies so when the right deal comes along your ready to pounce. For fun (or tears) go over to MSC and price a Wilton 800S machinists vice... $5000.00 US dollars. Good vices cost big bucks these days...
Re: Chinese Columbian Vise
OK thanks for the advice, which I was going to heed till he texted me today and said "the vise is laying in the carport just come by and take it". So I got it for FREE! Obviously I am not a vise expert (although I have about 6 or 7 now) but I'll post back when I have time to bolt it down somewhere and test it out.
Re: Chinese Columbian Vise
Looks good and free makes it extra sweet. My Dad bought one that is similar when I was in high school. It survived 5 boys beating on it. He still has it.
Re: Chinese Columbian Vise
The best vices are forged. These thin cast vices they sell now have a very short life span. They just look like a vise. Save your pennies so when the right deal comes along your ready to pounce. For fun (or tears) go over to MSC and price a Wilton 800S machinists vice... $5000.00 US dollars. Good vices cost big bucks these days...
Why do we need a bench vise?
A staple of most shops, the bench vise makes things easier and is a safety necessity. It lets you hold a workpiece firmly in place without fear of dropping it or slipping. Saunter into any automotive, woodworking, metalworking, or hobbyist shop, and you’ll encounter a bench vise laying around.
What is an Olympia vise?
An iron bench vise, the Olympia has a heavy reinforced 4 lug base for optimum strength. The anvil and anvil horn are polished to make shaping an easy, worry-free process. The vise has permanent pipe jaws and replaceable hardened jaws. The spindle and hand are machined for extra strength.
How much force does a Yost Lv have?
Yost lv has a clamping force of 13,400 pounds of force and a torque rating of 31 ft-Lb. As one of the best bench vise choices, this one is three times stronger than an iron vise. This is because it's formed from heavy-duty 65,000 PSI ductile iron castings. Without a doubt, it is built to last
Why are the jaw openings on a bench vise larger?
The jaw openings on woodworking bench vises are usually larger to create a greater clamping surface space. The wider the surface area, the less likely the pressure will crush or damage the wood’s surface. The greater surface area spreads out the clamping pressure to reduce the likelihood of damage.
How much clamping force does a vise have?
It's also fashioned from powder-coated 36,000 PSI iron for extra strength. This vise offers 2,440 pounds of clamping force. The swivel base also pivots 130 degrees
Why use an end vise on a bench?
Not everyone favors the end vise because it’s impractical – the material sticks out from the workben ch.
What is a 6 inch vise?
The TEKTON 6-inch Swivel Bench Vise locks quickly and threads tight for a firm and sturdy holding, enabling you to work faster and with greater self-assurance. This piece is fashioned from 30,000 PSI cast iron and offers maximum durability coupled with dependability. The serrated steel jaws are non-slip. You can use this bench vise to form and shape metal pieces. The vise rotates 120-degrees on its swivel base.
