Get the templates (comes with plans) and support what we do here: kmtools.com/collections/templates/products/moxon-vise-physical-jaw-templates-and-digital-plans Plans ONLY- kmtools.com/collections/plans/products/moxon-vise-full-build-plans Hardware Links: Easy All in One Hardware Kits: lddy.no/mtp7 $120.37 Version: Zinc Hand Wheels $22.37 ea: www.mcmaster.com/#catalog/124... ¾ all thread (3ft long) $18.75: www.mcmaster.com/90322a450 ¾ Washer $0.24 ea: www.amazon.com/Steel-Washer-P... ¾ Nuts (2x) $0.40 ea: www.mcmaster.com/#catalog/124... 14 Board Feet of Maple/Cheery $4 bf - NEW Moxon Vise build and parts for under $50 Jaw Plans for Printing Full Size and Templates - bit.ly/jkmmoxonviseplans Hardware Links: Easy All in One Hardware Kits: lddy.no/mtp7 All Thread ¾” #10 thread (3ft) - www.mcmaster.com/90322a450 Nuts from Amazon (need 4) - amzn.to/2H0dOXE Nuts from Mcmaster Carr (25 pk) - www.mcmaster.com/90499a837 Cast Iron Handle (need 2)- www.mcmaster.com/91043a036 3 Degree Washer (need 2) - www.mcmaster.com/91131a090 My other Moxon Vise Video for Under $100 - ruclips.net/video/pMpqhpgxzPE/видео.html
Where do I find the plans to make this myself? Nice video of you making the object that I would like to make lol. Do you have a website that I can find the plans?
Unfortunately the DIY ($120) version from mcmaster doesn't thread their hand wheels. It seems no one does, so you have to buy the less attractive handle nuts or find a machinist.
the author does like to from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ as another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us dont have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we wont be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.
Im just getting into woodworking (at 52 year's old💪) and I found your channel today around 5am ... It's now 2:30 pm ... I can't stop watching, I can't wait to try some of your tips and tricks... Gotta get one of your dovetail jigs.
I love this brother I’ve been thinking ‘bout a portable work table/moxxon vise and this one rang my bell! You’re a way talented person, and I’m often jealous watching you work!
There's nothing more satisfying than making your own tools. I know from a career as a toolmaker. (Can't afford to buy it ... make it, which usually results in a better quality tool). Great job. Really enjoyed the music as well. Noticed a bad attitude comment below. Someone completely missed the point of the video. Keep up the good work. Subscribed.
The video and plans made this build straightforward (basic). I decided to buy the “Laser Cut Physical Templates for the jaws on both my Moxon Vise Builds.” This took 11days to deliver to New Zealand couldn’t get any faster than that USA to NZ surprising quick. Great product! 👍👍👍👍
Absolutely loved this project as I truly need a Moxen vise in my ONE Wall woodshop in my 2 car garage..........space is at a real premimum........I was already preparing to make Tamar's Moxen vise but now, seeing this one..........IT'S Da Bomb!!........Thank you Jonathan............
Jonathan, I've been binge watching your videos and this Moxon vice is the answer to all my problems! I also watched a bunch of your videos on sharpening and setting up hand planes and chisels. I just bought my first hand plane...been using power tools for years, time for a new experience. That and hating all the dust! Your videos are really well made and I love your choice of music. Very nicely done, keep up the great work, you made my life better!
I'm going to make one based on this soon as I get time. Basically a portable workbench with storage and functionality of the alignment jigs. David Barron's alignment jig with a shooting board will be integrated, a bench hook on the feet of the bench so that I don't need as many clamps. The drawer holding wherever tools aren't being used will add more weight too.
Would never have thought you could make something so effective and nice for around $100. Thanks for linking to the washers and rods, I often have a hard time locating featured parts like this I see in builds online.
Always instructive watching you work - I’ve bought several of your products the flip stop is awesome I even bought another from Tamar at 3x3 custom… I just ordered one of your dovetail cutting lucite jigs-working on my own Moxon vice kit-would love your feedback as I start bringing it all together!
Just wanted to say thanks JKatz! I just finished building my Moxon vise & the 8" long 3/4" #10 threads included in my kit were a bit short for my 10 qtr hard maple jaws. I checked your video out again & reached out to McMaster for something longer. They were incredibly helpful & I will have 2 new longer rods on Thursday. Stoked! Thanks again bud!
I really like your design. Question; Could you put dowels in the bottom of the base and use your dog holes to hold the vise? Of course, you would need to clamp it to the bench.
Best moxon out there full stop. Thank you. I've added to my project list as can see how to adapt to my situation. Not sure if the slot thingy will work for me but at least can add later😷
I finally got around to build this vise. You're right, the price they want for just the hardware kits is crazy. Just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to find the hardware and post the links. A woodworker since 1977, I really enjoy the way you go about woodworking and your Channel. I also find the items and prices at your store great! Thanks again.
Makes me happy to see a big time content creator like yourself actually using featherboards and beefy push sticks. Good example for your audience. I really liked this idea and now I have added another item to my future projects list (should I EVER finish the Samurai Carpenter Workbench.
Anyone ever tell you sound like Guy Fieri Jonathan? Love your channel...clear video and audio, great music, and thorough explanation of content! I'm in the final stages of building my own moxen vise using Benchcrafted hardware. I know it's a pricey kit, but well worth the money! Quick question for anyone who has build the vise...how much do the holes on the movable jaw need to be elongated?
I just finished building my Moxon vise and I am really pleased with the results. One comment you might want to update your estimates of cost. Wood is now $8 a BF and higher and the hardware such as the threaded rod is close to twice what it was when you first posted the links.
Great budget builds without compromise! Thanks for sharing, and providing links to what you used. Very rare to see an affordable moxon vice where the part you turn isn't the nut, but rather a proper handle.
Very nicely done. Could you capture a nut in the outside board so that it would pull apart automatically? Im thinking drill the whole large enough to let the nuts spin, and lock tite them or put acset screw in them.
Love the build! I made one with a similar design. I found addeding a bronze bushing to the front of the back jaw really reduced friction when running the rods in.
Great video. Love the channel. I’ve got some rough sawn 8/4 sapele that was given to me and now I have a good purpose for it. Question. Any concern over glueing across the grain with expansion and contraction? If it’s solid I’m good with it. Much easier and quicker than dovetails to attach the legs. I know the video is a year old. How’s that thing holding up? I’m 6’3” and getting the extra height above my bench is going to help a bunch. It will be nice putting my 2x4 bench mule up for something more fine woodworking oriented, which I’m not..... yet. Thanks man. Keep up the awesome work.
Nice build. To overcome the sag I am putting a 3/4" guide sleeve in rear jaw and then mounting the threaded nut 6" away (further back ) in a block (like you mounted to back of jaw ) to zero out any perpendicular , or horizontal, play . ( add a McMaster pair of sprockets and a chain and you have a dual screw vice , similar to the 250.00 Veritas , for ~ 50.00 bucks more )
Really enjoyed the video. Watched it 4 times before I began my build. It went really well, and got a little larger than initially planned. (Found left overs at my wood store that was 3 inches thick so my vise is a little heavy but looks fantastic. My only issue is how to get the front board to screw out with the handles. How did you solve this problem?
I did pretty well with my hardware for my vise. I got a 24" 3/4-10 all thread rod for $8. I sawed that in half. I got 4 nuts and 4 washers for $3.50 and 2 cast iron hand wheels which I had to drill and tap for the 3/4-10 rod for $7 for the both. So I'm all in on the hardware for just under $20...Pretty great....right? ! ! ! Oh, I love your dovetail guides, I have both.
I'm designing a low bench for myself and hadn't liked the usual vise "go-to's" and thought I had a clever idea... I'll put a moxon vice on it! Of course you have already made one JonathanKatz-Moses. Looks great and might use some design cues from this one
This is awesome. so since your handles have set screws, your design actually moves the rod, rather than the handles moving along on the rod, right? I like that the rods don't stick out in your design. A question though... Do the wood blocks on the back also prevent the nut from working out of the hole in the rear jaw?
I would enjoy this so much more if you started with the finished product and showed us the pros and cons of your design, What features you wanted and didn't want and why they work for your Workshop. After that, show me how to build it. As a newbie woodworker. I must say I'm very attracted to this design. This gives me 1) a serious clamping system that I can put on top of my existing cheap bench. 2) A real moxon vise For dove tailing, Saw Sharpening, and other raised work 3) A moveable bench that I can take outside, or move around to different parts of my shop as my shop grows. Thanks For the video!
Nice build as always, Jonathan! I appreciate your efforts and ingenuity on all things woodworking. It's a community that thrives on sharing information. I managed to find 3/4" x 1-5/8" OD Black Oxide Finish Steel Spherical Washer Assemblies for $4.79/pair at Zoro.com. They won't be as shiny as your stainless steel versions, but I think the black look will still pop nicely for the substantial savings! Keep up the good work my friend and ignore bitter people complaining about tools...we all started with none and accumulate over time.
I would love to make this for my bench, I dont quite have the room for both a woodworking bench and mechanics bench so I got a big ol' 61 inch Milwaukee mobile tool bench with i believe its a 1 and 3/4 maple top, however since there is a bunch of drawers underneath It impossible to put a wood vise on it unless I get a larger top and I dont really want to do that, but this moxon vise would work perfectly for it
I love this vise and the table that goes with it. But I don't understand the added blocks. I'm still a noob. Did you put the nut inside? Front or back? How deep? Thanks!
Brand new subscriber here...what a great build for me to begin with. Really appreciate the explanation and dialogue. Look forward to many more, thanks for sharing.
I like your simple solution. I decided to pick up some Acme threaded rod for about the same price as the all-thread (when you add in shipping costs. Four nuts are $15.00 with shipping. $16+ shipping for four on McMaster. They also offer the same washers in black oxide for about a quarter of the price at $3.98. I went with the acme threaded rod since I will be using it on a small bench I am making for my office. My wife said I should have a work bench in my office, hand tool work only. I hit the jackpot with her! Since it will be a small bench but used regularly I wanted to have less turns to open and close the vise (6 threads per inch instead of 10) plus the threads are more durable. I am stealing some of your other ideas like the rear support block, the polished handles, etc... I do have all the hardware for the the standard 3/4x10 rod version so I will pick up some of the cheap handles you listed for a Moxon for my garage. I had not seen those previously, but thanks to you I now have. Not that you asked for what I am doing, I just shared since your video helped me decide on my next steps for a Moxon vise. I have been contemplating what I want to do literally for years now. I probably won't make mine as nice as yours for my garage, but the one in my office will be very nice thanks to your video!
Understand the no AC in California! These last couple weeks in San Diego have been brutal and our power bill last month was through the roof. Beautiful vice... I may have to do something similar as I intend on getting rid of my full size bench soon to make room for some cabinets in the garage.
Hi Moses doesn't it rack vertically when you clamp something on the surface with the bench dogs or if you clamp a piece with just the upper part of the jaws? Thanks
Jonathan............you specify purchasing a 3' - 0 section of the 3/4" and in your plans you say to cut 2 19" pieces............is it a misprint or do I need to purchase say 2 - 2'-0" pieces?? Just an observation..........Thank you
Nice build; nice instruction. That thing is heavy. I'm about to build mine so I can get more use out of your dovetail magnet guide. Where do you store the heavy vise assembly when it's off the bench? And how much does it weigh?
Great cheaper alternative moxon vise i like seeing it come alive when the finish is applied that's my favorite lol and the slow motion grabbing the tools at the end reminds me of a shoot out on the old western movies lol
Jonathan, great video; very informative. I have a couple of questions. 1) how can the McMaster-Carr leveling washer allow pivots? The IDs are 0.781" in both halves. Is the extra 30 thou enough to permit movement? 2) do you think there is any advantage in using Acme threaded rods instead of all thread? You've probably recognized that the big expense with the Benchcrafted kit is their beautiful Acme-threaded cast iron handwheels. I'm thinking of going the Acme route, but making my own wood 5" wheels with just a simple Acme nut mortised into the center of the wheel. That gets around the big dollar item of the Benchcrafted kit. Your thoughts?
Love it, gotta build mine. Did you thread the "adder blocks" that you attached to the back of the inner jaws, or just drill a hole just small enough that you had a snug fit when running the 3/4" acme threaded rods through them? I don't have any way of threading anything that large.
JKM, what are the dimensions of your table there? I'd love to know the board thickness for the vise and the table as well as the rough table dimensions. Could you help us out with these? Thanks! Love your channel.
Thanks Jonathan.. Now I need to buy a Drill Press and some forstner bits... I'm taking a sabbatical from your page to avoid adding things to my Amazon cart :D
I tried ordering the parts from McMaster-Carr for the $120.37 version and they cancelled my order, saying they'll only ship if the sale is to a company or school. Extremely frustrated by the whole experience dealing with MC. Love your Moxon Vise and was excited to build it. I will have to figure out another source for similar hardware.
I am about to freestyle this project. I love the idea and think its the best solution for my situation at the moment. Jon Katz you rock. Anyhow I am making mine out of soft maple except the jaws. I have not bought the stuff yet for the jaws (wood and hardware). My issue is I can not figure out what wood I want for the Jaws. While I would love the contrast of walnut I just cant afford it. My back Jaws needs to be 42" to work on my bench top design. My options are cherry or hickory. Both are my favorites (go to woods) for grilling and both speak to being about me. What are yalls thoughts cherry or hickory with a soft maple bench top?
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Get the templates (comes with plans) and support what we do here: kmtools.com/collections/templates/products/moxon-vise-physical-jaw-templates-and-digital-plans
Plans ONLY- kmtools.com/collections/plans/products/moxon-vise-full-build-plans
Hardware Links:
Easy All in One Hardware Kits: lddy.no/mtp7
$120.37 Version:
Zinc Hand Wheels $22.37 ea: www.mcmaster.com/#catalog/124...
¾ all thread (3ft long) $18.75: www.mcmaster.com/90322a450
¾ Washer $0.24 ea: www.amazon.com/Steel-Washer-P...
¾ Nuts (2x) $0.40 ea: www.mcmaster.com/#catalog/124...
14 Board Feet of Maple/Cheery $4 bf
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NEW Moxon Vise build and parts for under $50
Jaw Plans for Printing Full Size and Templates - bit.ly/jkmmoxonviseplans
Hardware Links:
Easy All in One Hardware Kits: lddy.no/mtp7
All Thread ¾” #10 thread (3ft) - www.mcmaster.com/90322a450
Nuts from Amazon (need 4) - amzn.to/2H0dOXE
Nuts from Mcmaster Carr (25 pk) - www.mcmaster.com/90499a837
Cast Iron Handle (need 2)- www.mcmaster.com/91043a036
3 Degree Washer (need 2) - www.mcmaster.com/91131a090
My other Moxon Vise Video for Under $100 - ruclips.net/video/pMpqhpgxzPE/видео.html
Katz-Moses Woodworking Shop do you have any layout plans? I would love to know the dimensions and attempt to make one myself.
Where do I find the plans to make this myself? Nice video of you making the object that I would like to make lol. Do you have a website that I can find the plans?
Jonathan Katz-Moses How do I find the music you use in this video? It’s incredible thanks
Cheers mate
Great build, coolest channel , love your approach and attitude. Greetings from Ireland, Jonathan. Good luck mate .
Unfortunately the DIY ($120) version from mcmaster doesn't thread their hand wheels. It seems no one does, so you have to buy the less attractive handle nuts or find a machinist.
the author does like to from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ as another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us dont have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we wont be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.
I love it. This will give me the elevation I need on top of my Assembly/Outfeed table so I don't strain my back.
Im just getting into woodworking (at 52 year's old💪) and I found your channel today around 5am ... It's now 2:30 pm ... I can't stop watching, I can't wait to try some of your tips and tricks... Gotta get one of your dovetail jigs.
Great build and video thanks Jonathan.. I especially like how the thread goes to the back, and not stick out the front.
I love this brother I’ve been thinking ‘bout a portable work table/moxxon vise and this one rang my bell! You’re a way talented person, and I’m often jealous watching you work!
There's nothing more satisfying than making your own tools. I know from a career as a toolmaker. (Can't afford to buy it ... make it, which usually results in a better quality tool). Great job. Really enjoyed the music as well. Noticed a bad attitude comment below. Someone completely missed the point of the video. Keep up the good work. Subscribed.
The video and plans made this build straightforward (basic).
I decided to buy the “Laser Cut Physical Templates for the jaws on both my Moxon Vise Builds.”
This took 11days to deliver to New Zealand couldn’t get any faster than that USA to NZ surprising quick.
Great product! 👍👍👍👍
Holy molly!
This is no doubt the BEST Moxon Vise I've ever seen!!!
Such a beauty... such a beauty. =)
Absolutely loved this project as I truly need a Moxen vise in my ONE Wall woodshop in my 2 car garage..........space is at a real premimum........I was already preparing to make Tamar's Moxen vise but now, seeing this one..........IT'S Da Bomb!!........Thank you Jonathan............
Jonathan, I've been binge watching your videos and this Moxon vice is the answer to all my problems! I also watched a bunch of your videos on sharpening and setting up hand planes and chisels. I just bought my first hand plane...been using power tools for years, time for a new experience. That and hating all the dust! Your videos are really well made and I love your choice of music. Very nicely done, keep up the great work, you made my life better!
That really means a lot bud. Thank you. I can't wait to see what you create!
I’m here following your link from the newsletter which has already become a valuable resource for me
It’s not said nearly enough, but the Katz-Moses channel has the best b-roll music… I’m jamming out on every vid.
KM thankful of your skills and guidance. I am happy with my design and outcome.
I'm going to make one based on this soon as I get time. Basically a portable workbench with storage and functionality of the alignment jigs. David Barron's alignment jig with a shooting board will be integrated, a bench hook on the feet of the bench so that I don't need as many clamps. The drawer holding wherever tools aren't being used will add more weight too.
Realism91 I can't wait to see what you create bud!
Realism91 man that sounds great. I would love to see a video of that when you are done. Good luck
Cheers mate
Would never have thought you could make something so effective and nice for around $100. Thanks for linking to the washers and rods, I often have a hard time locating featured parts like this I see in builds online.
Lonnie Fluty my pleasure Lonnie! I look forward to seeing what you make!
Cool project. I'll have to add a moxon vise to my growing list of shop projects. Your video production is on another level. Awesome work
Twisted Boards thank you bud! It's such a must do build. So useful!
Thank you for suffering for us in the heat! It's horrid. Your vids are so useful.
Always instructive watching you work - I’ve bought several of your products the flip stop is awesome I even bought another from Tamar at 3x3 custom… I just ordered one of your dovetail cutting lucite jigs-working on my own Moxon vice kit-would love your feedback as I start bringing it all together!
Just wanted to say thanks JKatz! I just finished building my Moxon vise & the 8" long 3/4" #10 threads included in my kit were a bit short for my 10 qtr hard maple jaws. I checked your video out again & reached out to McMaster for something longer. They were incredibly helpful & I will have 2 new longer rods on Thursday. Stoked! Thanks again bud!
I really like your design.
Question;
Could you put dowels in the bottom of the base and use your dog holes to hold the vise?
Of course, you would need to clamp it to the bench.
Best moxon out there full stop. Thank you. I've added to my project list as can see how to adapt to my situation. Not sure if the slot thingy will work for me but at least can add later😷
I finally got around to build this vise. You're right, the price they want for just the hardware kits is crazy. Just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to find the hardware and post the links. A woodworker since 1977, I really enjoy the way you go about woodworking and your Channel. I also find the items and prices at your store great! Thanks again.
Yes , built with his plans also and the JKM parts list worked out great for cheaper
Makes me happy to see a big time content creator like yourself actually using featherboards and beefy push sticks. Good example for your audience. I really liked this idea and now I have added another item to my future projects list (should I EVER finish the Samurai Carpenter Workbench.
Thanks Jonathan! Think this is going to be my first shop project for the year. Grabbing the plans from your website now!
Can you also make a video for your MICRO-WORKBENCH that you sale a plan for?
Top notch as usual Jonathan, I wish you brought out this video before I built mine, I really like the wheels on the vice.
JAC Built Woodworks they're really nice. Thank you sir!
Love the build. Can't wait for CNC project, I also have a CNC that is not used to it's full potential.
Can't believe this. You popped into my mind yesterday and today this video was selected on my RUclips Page....Weird...rr in Normandy
Richard Rider enjoy my friend and thank you!
Question: Aren't you concerned about the cross-grain "growth" (expansion contraction) between the top and the legs? LOVE your work--you ARE the MAN!
I mean, look at the publish date on the video and go watch my most recent video. Still going strong with no issues.
Anyone ever tell you sound like Guy Fieri Jonathan? Love your channel...clear video and audio, great music, and thorough explanation of content! I'm in the final stages of building my own moxen vise using Benchcrafted hardware. I know it's a pricey kit, but well worth the money! Quick question for anyone who has build the vise...how much do the holes on the movable jaw need to be elongated?
This is my very next project! Thanks once again Johnathon, my world just gets bigger every day!
Turned out great. Thanks for sharing your talents and the research you did on the materials.
Cheers! honestly looking through the Mcmaster Carr website is always a fun rabbit hole.
Красивое изделие получилось.
Однозначно ➕ плюс.
Dude I subscribed after the second video. I’m a major beginner so you’re helping me a ton on the learning curve. Thanks for the great content.
I just finished building my Moxon vise and I am really pleased with the results. One comment you might want to update your estimates of cost. Wood is now $8 a BF and higher and the hardware such as the threaded rod is close to twice what it was when you first posted the links.
Great budget builds without compromise! Thanks for sharing, and providing links to what you used. Very rare to see an affordable moxon vice where the part you turn isn't the nut, but rather a proper handle.
Nice Moxon vise. Great tunes!
This is the nicest diy vise I've seen! And you kinda remind me of Jimmy Kimmel
Now that's something else I've got to make ! Thanks for your time.....great vid.
Thanks bud!
It's a great moxon vise, really fun to watch, and a very well thought out project.
I really like your style of working and the video editing - especially the funky music. Don't change anything.
Cool. I want to build one on the side of my bench now.
Very nicely done. Could you capture a nut in the outside board so that it would pull apart automatically? Im thinking drill the whole large enough to let the nuts spin, and lock tite them or put acset screw in them.
Love the build! I made one with a similar design. I found addeding a bronze bushing to the front of the back jaw really reduced friction when running the rods in.
Evan Dunville fabulous idea! Cheers!
If you are adding bushings, you could add them to the rear of the support blocks where it keeps the screws from sagging.
B Templeton I'm sure that wouldn't hurt, on mine the friction was in the front and after adding the bushings it spun super smooth.
Thank you for the free plans!
MAN THATS A BEAUTIFUL VISE, IM GONA BUILD 2 , 1 FOR MY SHOP AND 1 I CAN ATTACH TO MY HORSES ON THE JOB, THANKS FOR GREAT VIDEO.
Mike Condoluci
Do your horses consume a lot of feed? How often do they need shoes?
Great design. Looks good. Thanks for sharing.
Great video. Love the channel. I’ve got some rough sawn 8/4 sapele that was given to me and now I have a good purpose for it. Question. Any concern over glueing across the grain with expansion and contraction? If it’s solid I’m good with it. Much easier and quicker than dovetails to attach the legs. I know the video is a year old. How’s that thing holding up? I’m 6’3” and getting the extra height above my bench is going to help a bunch. It will be nice putting my 2x4 bench mule up for something more fine woodworking oriented, which I’m not..... yet. Thanks man. Keep up the awesome work.
Nice build. To overcome the sag I am putting a 3/4" guide sleeve in rear jaw and then mounting the threaded nut 6" away (further back ) in a block (like you mounted to back of jaw ) to zero out any perpendicular , or horizontal, play . ( add a McMaster pair of sprockets and a chain and you have a dual screw vice , similar to the 250.00 Veritas , for ~ 50.00 bucks more )
Really enjoyed the video. Watched it 4 times before I began my build. It went really well, and got a little larger than initially planned. (Found left overs at my wood store that was 3 inches thick so my vise is a little heavy but looks fantastic. My only issue is how to get the front board to screw out with the handles. How did you solve this problem?
Beautiful Vise, Thumbs up Jonathan.
OG Timbercraft thanks my friend! I hope you're well!
I did pretty well with my hardware for my vise. I got a 24" 3/4-10 all thread rod for $8. I sawed that in half. I got 4 nuts and 4 washers for $3.50 and 2 cast iron hand wheels which I had to drill and tap for the 3/4-10 rod for $7 for the both. So I'm all in on the hardware for just under $20...Pretty great....right? ! ! ! Oh, I love your dovetail guides, I have both.
Where did you get the hand wheels and tap? And is it fairly easy to tap with just a small drill press?
Thanks for the great videos!
What spray gun were you using??
Hi Jonathan! Perhaps a cost update for this project would be in order. Check out the new McMaster's prices! Thanks
Just awesome. Now trying to figure out how I could make a similar vice for my bench.
How do you fix the wheels on the threads, i like that solution much better than having the threads fixed in the bench?
The best of the best moxon vice video... İ'm so excided!...
Zaur Aliyev thanks bud! I really appreciate it!
I'm designing a low bench for myself and hadn't liked the usual vise "go-to's" and thought I had a clever idea... I'll put a moxon vice on it! Of course you have already made one JonathanKatz-Moses. Looks great and might use some design cues from this one
hey, is there a reason you only put cork on one side of the vise?
I’ve always thought the music in your videos was next level. Would you publish playlists?
This is awesome. so since your handles have set screws, your design actually moves the rod, rather than the handles moving along on the rod, right? I like that the rods don't stick out in your design. A question though... Do the wood blocks on the back also prevent the nut from working out of the hole in the rear jaw?
Yes and yes. If you build it I reccomend a bushing those rear blocks. Thank you sir!
I would enjoy this so much more if you started with the finished product and showed us the pros and cons of your design, What features you wanted and didn't want and why they work for your Workshop. After that, show me how to build it.
As a newbie woodworker. I must say I'm very attracted to this design. This gives me 1) a serious clamping system that I can put on top of my existing cheap bench. 2) A real moxon vise For dove tailing, Saw Sharpening, and other raised work 3) A moveable bench that I can take outside, or move around to different parts of my shop as my shop grows.
Thanks For the video!
Great video. Perfect mix of dialogue and montage.
Great build. A beautiful and useful piece.
More like that please. 😊
dave graham thanks bud! I was a fun build and I had a great time editing!
Nice build as always, Jonathan! I appreciate your efforts and ingenuity on all things woodworking. It's a community that thrives on sharing information. I managed to find 3/4" x 1-5/8" OD Black Oxide Finish Steel Spherical Washer Assemblies for $4.79/pair at Zoro.com. They won't be as shiny as your stainless steel versions, but I think the black look will still pop nicely for the substantial savings! Keep up the good work my friend and ignore bitter people complaining about tools...we all started with none and accumulate over time.
I would love to make this for my bench, I dont quite have the room for both a woodworking bench and mechanics bench so I got a big ol' 61 inch Milwaukee mobile tool bench with i believe its a 1 and 3/4 maple top, however since there is a bunch of drawers underneath It impossible to put a wood vise on it unless I get a larger top and I dont really want to do that, but this moxon vise would work perfectly for it
Has wood movement been an issue with the top glued to legs. Thanks
I love this vise and the table that goes with it. But I don't understand the added blocks. I'm still a noob. Did you put the nut inside? Front or back? How deep? Thanks!
WHERE in the world do you get beautiful ...thick maple and cherry wood like that?
If one did not have a planer and jointer, could you make this with BB ply?
Great demo - thanks. I dig the music too.
Great build, fun music is also appreciated.
Hey there! On the back of the blocks, is there a nut? Or do the blocks that the thread go through only have a hole?
Is your new, CNC'd plywood dovetail jig able to be used with this vise? Looks perfect for laying out the pins, but not sure if the jig works.
Yes sir
Where is the CNC you say your getting? Can't wait to see the cool stuff you make with that
Brand new subscriber here...what a great build for me to begin with. Really appreciate the explanation and dialogue. Look forward to many more, thanks for sharing.
Jeff Forbes you got it Jeff! Happy to have you here bud! Please let me know if you have any questions!
I like your simple solution. I decided to pick up some Acme threaded rod for about the same price as the all-thread (when you add in shipping costs. Four nuts are $15.00 with shipping. $16+ shipping for four on McMaster. They also offer the same washers in black oxide for about a quarter of the price at $3.98.
I went with the acme threaded rod since I will be using it on a small bench I am making for my office. My wife said I should have a work bench in my office, hand tool work only. I hit the jackpot with her! Since it will be a small bench but used regularly I wanted to have less turns to open and close the vise (6 threads per inch instead of 10) plus the threads are more durable.
I am stealing some of your other ideas like the rear support block, the polished handles, etc... I do have all the hardware for the the standard 3/4x10 rod version so I will pick up some of the cheap handles you listed for a Moxon for my garage. I had not seen those previously, but thanks to you I now have.
Not that you asked for what I am doing, I just shared since your video helped me decide on my next steps for a Moxon vise. I have been contemplating what I want to do literally for years now. I probably won't make mine as nice as yours for my garage, but the one in my office will be very nice thanks to your video!
red58impala that sounds like a great build! I can't wait to see what you create!
That sounds awesome! I can't wait to see it!
Understand the no AC in California! These last couple weeks in San Diego have been brutal and our power bill last month was through the roof. Beautiful vice... I may have to do something similar as I intend on getting rid of my full size bench soon to make room for some cabinets in the garage.
thanks bud! I've since convinced my landlord to put in a mini split AC unit. It's frigid in here now. Best day of my life when we turned it on!
I subscribed for the music. The woodworking tips are good too.
Hahaha thanks bud!
Hi Moses doesn't it rack vertically when you clamp something on the surface with the bench dogs or if you clamp a piece with just the upper part of the jaws? Thanks
Awesome build! Thanks for the link to the handwheels
My pleasure bud! I can't wait to see what you create!
Which part number are they? Afraid to order the wrong ones
Is there plans for the workbench portion?? That is an awesome little workbench!!!!
Jonathan............you specify purchasing a 3' - 0 section of the 3/4" and in your plans you say to cut 2 19" pieces............is it a misprint or do I need to purchase say 2 - 2'-0" pieces?? Just an observation..........Thank you
Just do 18". Thanks for finding that
I love this; beautiful job
Great build! What type of finish did you spray on it? And what was the weight of the mallet you used? 12oz? Thanks!
Nice build; nice instruction. That thing is heavy. I'm about to build mine so I can get more use out of your dovetail magnet guide. Where do you store the heavy vise assembly when it's off the bench? And how much does it weigh?
Great cheaper alternative moxon vise i like seeing it come alive when the finish is applied that's my favorite lol and the slow motion grabbing the tools at the end reminds me of a shoot out on the old western movies lol
Thank you so much! It was a really fun alternative to bench crafted hardware and I had such a blast making it.
Jonathan, great video; very informative. I have a couple of questions. 1) how can the McMaster-Carr leveling washer allow pivots? The IDs are 0.781" in both halves. Is the extra 30 thou enough to permit movement? 2) do you think there is any advantage in using Acme threaded rods instead of all thread?
You've probably recognized that the big expense with the Benchcrafted kit is their beautiful Acme-threaded cast iron handwheels. I'm thinking of going the Acme route, but making my own wood 5" wheels with just a simple Acme nut mortised into the center of the wheel. That gets around the big dollar item of the Benchcrafted kit. Your thoughts?
You are one of the best out there! Love the music. Thank you
love to see a build on that large sled you use
Love it, gotta build mine. Did you thread the "adder blocks" that you attached to the back of the inner jaws, or just drill a hole just small enough that you had a snug fit when running the 3/4" acme threaded rods through them? I don't have any way of threading anything that large.
Edit: 3/4" regular threaded rods rather 3/4"acme threaded rods.
What's the advantage of cork over the leather ?
JKM, what are the dimensions of your table there? I'd love to know the board thickness for the vise and the table as well as the rough table dimensions. Could you help us out with these? Thanks! Love your channel.
Looks like the hardware link to the zinc hand wheel is out of date. Where can I find the wheels you used in this video?
Thanks Jonathan.. Now I need to buy a Drill Press and some forstner bits... I'm taking a sabbatical from your page to avoid adding things to my Amazon cart :D
Same dude!
what bench dogs did you use?
am I missing the link?
I tried ordering the parts from McMaster-Carr for the $120.37 version and they cancelled my order, saying they'll only ship if the sale is to a company or school. Extremely frustrated by the whole experience dealing with MC.
Love your Moxon Vise and was excited to build it. I will have to figure out another source for similar hardware.
Put your last name and woodworking in the company line. They don't check
Very nice build. Thanks for sharing and inspiring.
I am about to freestyle this project. I love the idea and think its the best solution for my situation at the moment. Jon Katz you rock. Anyhow I am making mine out of soft maple except the jaws. I have not bought the stuff yet for the jaws (wood and hardware). My issue is I can not figure out what wood I want for the Jaws. While I would love the contrast of walnut I just cant afford it. My back Jaws needs to be 42" to work on my bench top design. My options are cherry or hickory. Both are my favorites (go to woods) for grilling and both speak to being about me. What are yalls thoughts cherry or hickory with a soft maple bench top?
Nice project mate, very nicely done to say the very least!
Your editing and the flow of your videos are very professional.
Thanks bud!