How do I identify a Wilton bullet vise?
Bullet-style Wilton vises are popular among metal workers and old tool collectors for their quality, durability and classic look. The vise pictured is a Wilton Bullet Vise Model 930 MC (No. 5) with 3" wide jaws. The identifying company and model information can be found on the sides of the back jaw.
What is the weight of a Wilton bench vise?
Utility Bench Vise & BASH Sledge Hammer Wilton 746 Swivel Base Mechanics Vise, 6" Wide Jaw, 7" Opening Weighs 58 Lb. Wilton Reversible Bench Vise 8” Jaw Width 9 1/4'' (14 1/2'' Reversed) Jaw Ope...
What are the different types of Wilton vises?
For the unstamped 1941 to 1944 Wilton vises, there are four variations I’m aware of. The earlier two versions of vises will have “Wilton Tool Corp” on the right side with a line that loops underneath from the first to last letters. The left side will say “Wilton Vise No X” with X being a number like 3 or 4 that coincides with the jaw width.
What does Wilton vise NO x mean?
The left side will say “Wilton Vise No X” with X being a number like 3 or 4 that coincides with the jaw width. The right side logo on one version will also have the line looping from the first to last letters, but will have “Pat Pend Made in USA” in the middle of the bottom of the loop.
When did Wilton start making vises?
1941Holding Strong Since 1941. The legend of Wilton begins in 1941, when Hugh W. Vogl, a Czech immigrant, founded the vise manufacturing company naming it after the cross street where the original company building was located: Wilton Avenue and Wrightwood Avenue in Chicago, IL.
Where are Wilton vises made now?
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.
How do you rebuild a Wilton bullet vise?
0:5710:37Wilton Bullet Vise Restoration | How To Restore a Vise - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThis these jaws are really easy to take apart and work on far easier than a few of the olderMoreThis these jaws are really easy to take apart and work on far easier than a few of the older versions like Chaz Parker's or apprentice vices that I've worked on in the past.
How do you lubricate a Wilton vise?
2:3012:26Vise Lubricant Comparison - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd you can see how it's kind of tearing. Some spots even if I put more grease on it's still doingMoreAnd you can see how it's kind of tearing. Some spots even if I put more grease on it's still doing that. And I know the vise is never going to move that fast. But.
Which Wilton vise are made in the USA?
The 63200/1755 models are USA made.
Did Wilton go out of business?
TowerBrook Capital Partners L.P. (“TowerBrook”), an international investment management firm, today announced the sale of Wilton Brands, a baking, cake decorating and candy making brand, to Dr. August Oetker KG (“Dr. Oetker”).
How do you take apart a Wilton bullet vise?
0:5921:21Wilton Vise Restoration Part 1: Disassembly and Cleaning - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipBut that's actually looks pretty clean we'll have to get the screw out to take a good look at it butMoreBut that's actually looks pretty clean we'll have to get the screw out to take a good look at it but the screw looks to be in decent shape as well let's go ahead and continue tearing this down.
Do Wilton vises have a warranty?
Wilton warrants every product they sell against manufacturers' defects. For more information, please contact Technical Service using our Contact Us form.
What is a bullet vise?
Wilton Bullet Vises are made to handle industrial abuse day in and day out. These are the highest quality vises available and have been made by Wilton since 1941. Bullet vises utilize a fully enclosed design and use a 3x longer spindle nut which will never strip out. Most models available in swivel base or fixed base.
Should you grease a vise?
Keep Your Vise Lubricated The advantage of dry lubricant is that it staves off the accumulation of dust and grime much more effectively than wet lubricants.
What can I use to lubricate my vise?
5:1814:01How-To: Take Apart, Lube, & Mount A Bench Vise - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipThis Permatex stuff I believe has a nice ease in it so it's really nice to use there you can alsoMoreThis Permatex stuff I believe has a nice ease in it so it's really nice to use there you can also use a wheel bearing grease or any extreme pressure grease.
What is white lithium grease spray used for?
White lithium grease is used to keep components moving smoothly, free of friction and seizing. You can also apply it preventatively to protect against rust and corrosion. White lithium grease can be used to: Lubricate car door hinges.
Are Yost vises made in China?
Any 865 or 880 vise are now made in China. Be careful when ordering. You order the made in USA vise and if it is shipped from Yost, it will now be a 865-D2 made in China.
Is Yost Vise made in USA?
Yost Vises has been producing vises of superior quality for both the company machinists and the home craftsman since 1908. Products with a are American Made and these American Made Vises meet or exceed the Industrial Standard of Specification GGG-V-410.
Are Olympia vises Made in USA?
NOT MADE IN USA.
Who makes Yost vise?
the Eastwood Company familyWe hope you will enjoy your visit and we look forward to sharing with you the experience of using one of our high quality vises. Yost Vises is now part of the Eastwood Company family.
How many inches is a Wilton Vise?
Wilton Vise Model is 646 6 Inch Jaws 70 pounds. A Nice Vise. I travel to Minacqua Wisconsin every week. If you live somewhere between Racine and there I will deliver for a charge. Email me about that. It would be a lot less than shipping it.
What is the model number of Wilton drill press?
Wilton high quality Drill Press Vise- model number 25 Preowned in great condition Operates smoothly as intended. Please view all photos and feel free to ask any questions. Thanks!
What size is a Wilton 643 1/2?
Here is a smaller sized Vintage Bench Vise. It is a Wilton 643 1/2 and it has 3-1/2" Jaws and Pipe Clamp Jaws and a Swivel Base. This is a handy size made by one of the top manufacturers. It measures 10-1/2 X 5-1/4 X 6-1/4 and weighs about 16 lbs. The vise has some surface rust buts looks like it should cleanup well. There's a lot of life left in this vise. Please contact me through ebay with any questions and I will respond promptly. Combined shipping is available. Used items are sold as found so you can decide on appropriate cleaning or refurbishing. Please examine the pictures for a good view of each item's condition. Service- Support- Satisfaction. SteelStackSales
What year was the Wilton Model 835 bullet made?
It racks in and out smoothly and jaws meet square. Jaws are in excellent shape. Manufactured in 1975. Vise has been disassembled, cleaned and lubricated. All components are in very good condition and function normally.
How long is a Wilton Model 835?
Features 3.5" wide jaws and opens to a total of 6" This vise measures a total of 14-1/4" length. The handle measures 9" length.Jaws meet squarely. It does show normal sign of wear and tear due to age. Vise weights: 31 lbs 7 oz. THIS VISE WAS NOT SAND BLASTED OR REPAINTED.WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING AT ITS JUST CLEAN BARE METAL*
What is a Scout 4 1/2 bench vise vice?
a Vintage Scout Mechanics 4 1/2" Bench Vise Vice with Swivel Base. It has removable 4 1/2" serrated jaws. It has built-in pipe jaws. Scout was introduced by Wilton in 1953 and was discontinued in the early 1970's. It is marked"Scout 4 1/2 USA 8C-55 9C-55" on one side and"Scout 4 1/2 USA" on the other. It is in very good working condition as shown. The vise weighs about 15 lbs before packaging. It will be shipped in a large flat rate box. See additional pictures below. I am shipping in the USA only at this time.
What is a Scout 4 1/2 vise?
a Vintage Scout Mechanics 4 1/2" Bench Vise Vice with Swivel Base. It has removable 4 1/2" serrated jaws. It has built-in pipe jaws. Scout was introduced by Wilton in 1953 and was discontinued in the early 1970's. It is marked"Scout 4 1/2 USA 8C-55 9C-55" on one side and"Scout 4 1/2 USA" on the other. It is in very good working condition as shown. The vise weighs about 15 lbs before packaging. It will be shipped in a large flat rate box. See additional pictures below. I am shipping in the USA only at this time.
How to tell if a Wilton vise is old?
You can tell the age of the vise by looking at the bottom of the guide rail (with the vise opened wide). As can be seen, it is stamped with 4-53. Wilton provided a 5 year warranty on their vises with the expiration of the warranty stamped on the vise, so this vise was made in April of 1948.
What to do before taking a vise apart?
Before you begin taking things apart, get an empty box for parts storage, some disposable gloves, rags for grease and your smartphone to take disassembly pictures along the way which will be extremely helpful when you reassemble the vise.
How to remove saw marks from swivel clamps?
I switched the grinder wire brush to a moderately abrasive sanding head and very slowly began removing the saw marks from the jaw faces and tops of the swivel clamps. If you chose to do this go slowly and don't remove too much metal from the jaws.
How many coats of spray paint for a rustoleum spindle?
After researching which colors best matched, I selected Rustoleum Verde Green Hammered Spray Paint. One 12 oz. spray paint can was enough for about 3-4 coats. Follow the directions on the can, but when in doubt, multiple light coats are best. When the paint is completely dry, remove the tape and let the paint cure for several more days. I left the entire spindle handle and lock nuts unpainted.
How to get rust off of a vise?
Let the WD-40 soak in and penetrate the rust and dirt.
Can you use frog lube paste on vises?
As on my other vise restoration projects, I decided to use Frog Lube Paste for a lubricant. Most people will probably prefer white lithium grease, which, of course, is fine. I lightly coated all vise surfaces that rub against any other vise surfaces. The spindle handle threads, top of the swivel base, and front jaw sleeve (the part that inserts into the back jaw) got a a slightly heavier coating. Assembly is essentially disassembly in reverse.
What size jaws does a Wilton Vise have?
This Wilton vise I just scored is a model # 820S, with 2 inch jaws. Shown here:
How long has a swivel vise been sitting in a drawer?
Former owner had it sitting in a drawer for 20 years, and only used it a time or two to solder a couple things. Anyhow, I have always noticed that some of the swiveling vises simply have a regular old nut on the threaded post, which of course requires use of a crescent wrench to lock the vise down or loosen it up.
Do you need acorn nuts for a 2" vise?
Well, the studs and nuts on your vise do not appear original, but no big deal. You could get a pair of acorn nuts for your 2" vise and or make a pair like Matt has which may be more to your liking. My 3" has the acorns. I guess I prefer the original acorn offerings from Wilton. Now if you score a powrarm for the vise then you will have all that in the arm and the hardware will be more of a mute point.