The Snap-on vises ARE Wilton vises with a red paint job. I was on the Snap-on truck just two days ago and the Bullet vise the Snap-on guy had mounted (Same as Cody's) said Wilton right in it!. The difference is that you are paying hundreds extra for the red paint job and the stick on Snap-on logo. However in Cody's case he stated that his was a gift - can't beat that!
I absolutely agree. Bench vises are a must. I was searching through some of my dads things he left me a few weekends ago and came across a beast of a vise. An old Wilton machinists bullet vise. The thing must weigh 70 lbs. New this would cost around $1K. Talk about finding treasure!
My husband sent me a link to this video, which isn't unusual since he is an avid follower of your channel, and said to start it at 7:40 and end it at 10:00. He described that these were his feelings. I thought I was watching something about a shop and tools...and now I'm bawling.
That new vise is a beast. Looks like you put the Craftsman through its paces but I'm sure it will find more use somewhere. I also agree that a vise is an absolute necessity in the shop, and the more the better.
Two part comment. Your enthusiasm, excitement, and passion are what I like most about your videos. I've said it before; sometimes I just grin watching your videos, and I'm not much of a "smiler." Some would call it "undignified", or "not cool", or "nerdy". But, as David said, "I'll become even more undignified than this." (2 Samuel 6:22 - out of context, but what the hey). "Cool" means "cold, emotionless, unaffected" and who wants to be that? "Nerdy", well, nerds have fun while others are being "cool" and missing out. Concerning Manly Manners, "Drink water from your own cistern, and fresh water from your own well." Proverbs 5:15 God bless.
wright4894 My sweetie and I are much like Cody and Lady Wranglerstar or would that they are like us? We both wonder why or how the other put up with us. Really I think they copy us because we have been a couple 16 years and counting. They are great people and enjoyable to be around. Bummer I'm not going to be able to see them in Seattle tomorrow, to many other things going on up here on the island.
OMG, I watched to decide on a vise but was crying by end of video. What you said about your wife is so sweet. I know this is an older video but hope nothings changed.💕
Vise is like a third hand its so useful that some people just don't notice it until they need it. I only noticed it when i started doing metalwork in 1year of secondary school and now that i'm on my last year and i have advanced to engineering i can say i don't see any workshop without one of them
FYI: The Heuer Vise is the finest bench vise in the world. Born in Germany and still made in Germany. In 1925 Josef Heuer was granted his first patent for the "Duel Prisim - Guide Track" design The Heuer vise is constructed from a FORGED STEEL frame, 35% stronger than cast iron, making it the best choice for precision, smooth as silk machined surfaces and indestructable vise. can be bought with or without a rotating base- Check it out.
whoever gave you that vise is a good person! I was lucky when my wife and I bought our current house the previous owners left use the vise they had here!
I appreciate how eloquently you express you feelings towards your without fear or shame. I try to follow you lead in these matters for a good wife and friend is hard to come by and well worth the effort.
I just watched one of your videos for the first time. Much respect sir. Mixing a little bit of life advice in with the rest of it is a very nice touch.
I enjoy the manly manners because knowledge comes to us all in different ways. We easily forget that our knowledge although seeming common to us, wasn't common to us at one point. And we forget that lesson when dealing with the younger generations who sometimes never received that knowledge we take for granted. I'm lucky to have learned this lesson at a young age, to understand that what I understand is not understood by others. And that's why I greatly appreciate the value of something as simple as a 'manly manner'. Thanks Cody.
Jack should say thank you for that vise. It will be his one day... edit: Manly Manners is wonderful, I will forever share these lessons with my children. My son will have more direction to become a good man and my daughter will know what to expect to find in a good man. I know I appreciate the reminders as well. Thanks, "Rt"
Yeah. Too many are cussing up a storm, thinking it makes them sound tough. That's when I drop their subscription like a soiled baby diaper. After working construction since I was about 17 till now, I've heard enough. Plus Army time.
Lewie McNeely I can understand having a conversation and letting a few impassioned words slip, but to purposely record them for posterity is just wrong. Think of what your going to say when your grandkids, or great grandkids if your lucky, tell their friends that you embarrassed them.
I had 2 uncles that were in WW-2 and both cussed up a storm. I wanted to be like them and started cussing myself. Embarrassed them but what could they say. Eventually I heard that someone was just stupid that had to cuss about everything and had to use that to express himself. Eventually with god's help, I quit, except when I get wound up talking about our fearful leaders and let a damn or hell slip out. I hope I've learned something over the years.
I don't even have a workshop. All I have is one overlarge saw horse in my living room, on the other side of the sofa, right next to my bandsaw and a couple of knee-high drawers I picked up at a dumpster. Aside from those and my planes, saws and chisels, my only tool is an F-series Ridgid 5.5" drop-forged steel vise. Don't have anything to bolt it permanently to at the moment, but still, yeah, it's one of the most important tools to have. The Ridgid costs a bit more money as compared to others, but it's really tough and smooth, and it's got sexy lines to boot. Congrats on getting the Snap-On!
The love you have for your wife is great to see. I am the same way with my wife, grew up with great roll model parents who have been together for 45 years. Keep up all the great videos, first time comment to your videos.
another great video Cody.I use A black smith vice which works good removing ax handles as I'm trying to fit them.The handle clears the work bench much better. Also the swivel vice I have I changed the swivel lock "T" bolts to proper grade 5 hex bolts. I love your channel.
I remember growing up my dad had a Wilton Vise. I loved that tool and always thought I would have one in my garage. I looked at them recently and $500-600. I guess I may be needing to save up a bit.
I agree to snap on has better tools but the cost prohibits people from their purchase! I enjoy the stories about your relationship with Mrs. W you two have a wonderful relationship together you have been blessed with!
I've been wanting to get a nice vice for a long time but there's so little information out there on what to look for. Your video was exactly what I needed, thank you!
Just happened to click your channel today and liked it already. That snap-on vise will be a good gift for my hubby for father's day (tomorrow), a little too late, but maybe for christmas...
Yes the Snap-On vise is a beauty and yes it appears to be much larger and stronger than your old Craftsman.. Yes you were very fortunate to have it gifted to yourself. A new vise like that can have quite a substantial cost associated with it. However were you to purchase that vise from Snap-On it would have cost you about three times as much as the same Wilton vise which is the manufacturer of the Snap-On vise shown. I must agree with the previous comment that you do very much sound like a paid commercial for Snap-On.
Wow. Other than the color and the name on the side, your new vise looks just like my new (to me) Wilton. I really lucked out when I came across it on FB about a month ago. Definitely a stout vise. Enjoy yours just as I will surely enjoy mine!
Something for you to think about, the anvil is soft steel (hence the hammer marks). You can work harden it so that it doesn't mar so easily. It's a simple matter of using a semi flat faced hammer and tapping every part of the surface then flatten it and repeat at least once. This will compact the iron and make it more durable. This holds true for your blacksmith anvil as well. Just a thought.
The old Wranglerstar is back! I have been waiting for this kind of video a long time. The way you relate technical tips and lifes philosphy is magnificent :) thats the reason i subscribed 4 years ago. Thank you very much for those kind of videos.
I use that snapon vice at work it is one of the best, but my dad has my grandfathers old machine shop vice that is a beast of a vice. Last year I broke the vice I had in the garage rebuilding a u-joint. It snapped in half.
Old vice restoration plan. New jaws - maybe copper, new tommy bars , shim the sliding action, paint job, install outside (on a tree stump if you don't have a bench outside), or further along your bench with the fixed jaw inline with the snap-on, so you can hold long stuff.
Not everyone needs such a large, heavy duty vice, but I'd recommend a (blacksmith's) post/leg vice. The juggernaut of vices. I found my 6.5" jaw leg vice at an antique store for $100 about 10 years ago. Stamp reads Pittsburgh 1898. Not a chip on it, or a spot of rust on the screw. Just some hammer marks and a dark patina. No doubt it will last another 117 years. Sincerely, A Kentucky Blacksmith edit: I have it mounted on a big stump in the shop involving a brake rotor and 5/8 ball bearings so it will swivel and lock.
Nice vise! Also, regarding the manly manners, Mrs W is the total package of inner and outer beauty (plus she is STRONG!), so she shouldn't ever feel envious of another woman (if that' ever even an issue for her). There's always someone younger or better looking (on the outside) but she has the inner goodness that matters the most. I know you know that, but it's apparent to your viewers as well.
Great video Cody! Your words about the Mrs were touching and like a vice, a good woman holds a marriage together and provides a solid foundation for all the twisting and turning and pounding and stability that they add to the partnership. I'm sure they might not recognize or even appreciate the analogy like that but it's kind of true. The vice needs to be mounted over a stable part of the workbench, and that's analogy is the man. The home life is the bench itself.
Nice vice! I bought a "used" made in usa wilton mechanics vice that looked brand new. that is one of the best vices I have seen and for 200 bucks, its hard to beat. Very robust and the where the swivel base and the vise meet, both parts have cast serrations so that when you turn the locking screws, there is absolutely no way the vise will rotate unless you somehow break the cast serrations.
Nice vise! Always prefer Snap-On when I can save for that brand. Now that you have a proper anvil stump, hunt you a post vise to accompany it to beat on. Make a heavy, round base to keep it portable & you won't be disappointed.
don't know if you already installed the new one, but since the new one rotates 360 degrees make sure to rotate base so anvil is directly over the bench leg. noticed it is offset on your old one.
Wranglerstar, I have a vise related question. I make jaw harps in my spare time, so my vise is regularly in use. Tightened and loosened dozens of times a day. I bought a cheaper 80 dollar craftsman vise and wore it out in a month. Never abused it, not overtightened it. I was thinking about trying to find an old used wilton or record vise, because I know they are legit and are made for regular professional use. I seen this video and was wondering how your new vise has fared over time. Also you speak of woodworking vises in some of your other videos. I made wooden jaw covers for my now broken vise and worked great for reducing marring. Would a carpenters vise be a good option as well. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. I love your videos and thanks for all you do.
One thing I Always do is to position the non-movable jaw parallell and in line with the edge of the table, when vise is positionend with handle towards you. Just to be able to hold longer objects and to get support from the table.
My workspace is so limited and not permanent that I did without a vise for years. Not that I didnt want one or couldn't afford one, just that I couldn't bolt it down permanently and if you cant secure your vise there 'aint no point having one. Let me tell you, not having a vise is hell. A living hell. What he said about a vise being essential is so so true. Believe me, I've lived it for years :P
I like ur Baldor bench grinder I have the same one in my shop. I used to work at Baldor when I graduated highschool for a few years. That's how I got mine.
That's a rebranded Wilton Tradesman 1755 vise. Wilton is one of the last vise manufacturers still making product in the USA. And only three vises in the Wilton lineup (Combo, Tradesman, Machinist bullet vises) are USA.
One thing that I've come to leve on my vise it the two locking lugs on the sides. However, mine have 3/4" Hex Lugs so I can crank them down with a wrench opposed to the little bars. Very sturdy.
This is a awesome gift! A very good quality vise, here in Brasil we have good ones too, thanks for the video, I appreciate! Just for the record in my shop the first thing which I bought was a little vise!
You have a loose swivel base on the older vise. Take the vise off, turn it over, oil and tighten the swivel bolt. Then it will be tight and snug, ... and the same for the screw and vise shaft threads. Grease the threads and it will be back to proper work.
My wife, too, asks why do I love her. I've also thought it strange that she asks frequently. I don't think I've ever asked that of her. My answer is usually the same: Because she takes care of all of us (my kids and I). Which is true ...she sacrificed a lot and goes completely out of her way to make sure we are all comfortable and taken care of. A man can't ask much more than that.
Aren't craftsman tools guaranteed for life? I have taken old tools to Sears and had them replaced, although the quality isn't there cause they're made over seas, but it's worth a try........
Cody, this might be a long message, but after watching this video I'd like to share this information. You are a terrific role model and I just wish there were more people similar to you as well. First off, nice job on the proper American made Snap-On branded vise. I am fairly certain that vise was either made by Wilton or Columbian, but I am thinking Wilton due to the encased lead screw. Secondly, what are you going to do with that USA made Craftsman vise? I am fairly certain there are some people that would love to buy that off you to support your channel. Assuming that is for sale. Lastly and most importantly, what you said about Mrs. Wranglestar really makes me glad that I am Wranglestar subscriber. WAY too often, I see couples constantly bashing each other for their faults and married men chasing after younger women. Instead of focusing on the faults of others, especially when you are married, following your example is a much better idea. Very few couples seem to be able to communicate with each other effectively. I really enjoy the manly manners portion of the videos and your videos in general.
like your note pad I use the same one I still have the numbers from a pressure survey I took 5 months ago on my gloves I just think of it as reference material
i have been with my wife 20 years now we have the same interests and we still get excited with things that we share she is not only my wife she is my best friend and my soul mate as well
It's a fine vise. Snap-on makes fine professional grade tools but it's not all that. Compare that to a Wilton and the Wilton is every bit as good -if not better. The Craftsman is fifteen years old. Show us the Snap On after fifteen years of use. BTW - Mic those handles and see that they really aren't that much bigger than the ones on the Craftsman. It's your perception. Some real advantages of the snap on are two locking handles instead of one -at 180 degrees apart. and four mounting lugs instead of three. and they are thicker. It truly sounds like a paid endorsement for the Snap-On
+koviack The top of the line Witlon Bullet vises like the rebadged one he now owns are still made in the USA, and are still of good quality. they are also around six hundred dollars. Chris
At 4:00 Wranglerstar talks about the lock down handles. Not only are the handles larger but the overall design is much different between Wilton and other vises. Wiltons have an toothed ring located in the base that interlocks with a matching toothed ring in the upper arm. Once the teeth are interlocked, this vise will not turn. It is also why the vise can rotate 360 and not just 180. Finally, I like that the main acme screw is totally shielded end to end.
The Snap-on vises ARE Wilton vises with a red paint job. I was on the Snap-on truck just two days ago and the Bullet vise the Snap-on guy had mounted (Same as Cody's) said Wilton right in it!. The difference is that you are paying hundreds extra for the red paint job and the stick on Snap-on logo.
However in Cody's case he stated that his was a gift - can't beat that!
Snap on sells the vise cheaper than Wilton does
What’s the equivalent model # of Wilton vice?
wilton model # 28806
I absolutely agree. Bench vises are a must. I was searching through some of my dads things he left me a few weekends ago and came across a beast of a vise. An old Wilton machinists bullet vise. The thing must weigh 70 lbs. New this would cost around $1K. Talk about finding treasure!
My husband sent me a link to this video, which isn't unusual since he is an avid follower of your channel, and said to start it at 7:40 and end it at 10:00. He described that these were his feelings. I thought I was watching something about a shop and tools...and now I'm bawling.
That new vise is a beast. Looks like you put the Craftsman through its paces but I'm sure it will find more use somewhere. I also agree that a vise is an absolute necessity in the shop, and the more the better.
Two part comment.
Your enthusiasm, excitement, and passion are what I like most about your videos. I've said it before; sometimes I just grin watching your videos, and I'm not much of a "smiler." Some would call it "undignified", or "not cool", or "nerdy". But, as David said, "I'll become even more undignified than this." (2 Samuel 6:22 - out of context, but what the hey). "Cool" means "cold, emotionless, unaffected" and who wants to be that? "Nerdy", well, nerds have fun while others are being "cool" and missing out.
Concerning Manly Manners, "Drink water from your own cistern, and fresh water from your own well." Proverbs 5:15
God bless.
Best part of this is your candidness about your relationship with your wife. You are truly blessed, most couples don't have that kind of relationship.
wright4894 My sweetie and I are much like Cody and Lady Wranglerstar or would that they are like us? We both wonder why or how the other put up with us. Really I think they copy us because we have been a couple 16 years and counting. They are great people and enjoyable to be around. Bummer I'm not going to be able to see them in Seattle tomorrow, to many other things going on up here on the island.
OMG, I watched to decide on a vise but was crying by end of video. What you said about your wife is so sweet. I know this is an older video but hope nothings changed.💕
Vise is like a third hand its so useful that some people just don't notice it until they need it. I only noticed it when i started doing metalwork in 1year of secondary school and now that i'm on my last year and i have advanced to engineering i can say i don't see any workshop without one of them
FYI:
The Heuer Vise is the finest bench vise in the world. Born in Germany and still made in Germany. In 1925 Josef Heuer was granted his first patent for the "Duel Prisim - Guide Track" design
The Heuer vise is constructed from a FORGED STEEL frame, 35% stronger than cast iron, making it the best choice for precision, smooth as silk machined surfaces and indestructable vise.
can be bought with or without a rotating base- Check it out.
Your enthusiasm is one of my favorite things about you Mr. Wranglerstar, thank you!
whoever gave you that vise is a good person! I was lucky when my wife and I bought our current house the previous owners left use the vise they had here!
I appreciate how eloquently you express you feelings towards your without fear or shame. I try to follow you lead in these matters for a good wife and friend is hard to come by and well worth the effort.
I just watched one of your videos for the first time. Much respect sir. Mixing a little bit of life advice in with the rest of it is a very nice touch.
Love my Wilton that I bought at a garage sale for $20.00
I enjoy the manly manners because knowledge comes to us all in different ways. We easily forget that our knowledge although seeming common to us, wasn't common to us at one point. And we forget that lesson when dealing with the younger generations who sometimes never received that knowledge we take for granted. I'm lucky to have learned this lesson at a young age, to understand that what I understand is not understood by others. And that's why I greatly appreciate the value of something as simple as a 'manly manner'. Thanks Cody.
Jack should say thank you for that vise. It will be his one day... edit: Manly Manners is wonderful, I will forever share these lessons with my children. My son will have more direction to become a good man and my daughter will know what to expect to find in a good man. I know I appreciate the reminders as well. Thanks, "Rt"
Rt Carolina I also appreciate the Manly Manners discussions. I seldom run into those conversations out in the world anymore.
Yeah. Too many are cussing up a storm, thinking it makes them sound tough. That's when I drop their subscription like a soiled baby diaper. After working construction since I was about 17 till now, I've heard enough. Plus Army time.
Lewie McNeely I can understand having a conversation and letting a few impassioned words slip, but to purposely record them for posterity is just wrong. Think of what your going to say when your grandkids, or great grandkids if your lucky, tell their friends that you embarrassed them.
I had 2 uncles that were in WW-2 and both cussed up a storm. I wanted to be like them and started cussing myself. Embarrassed them but what could they say. Eventually I heard that someone was just stupid that had to cuss about everything and had to use that to express himself. Eventually with god's help, I quit, except when I get wound up talking about our fearful leaders and let a damn or hell slip out. I hope I've learned something over the years.
I don't even have a workshop. All I have is one overlarge saw horse in my living room, on the other side of the sofa, right next to my bandsaw and a couple of knee-high drawers I picked up at a dumpster. Aside from those and my planes, saws and chisels, my only tool is an F-series Ridgid 5.5" drop-forged steel vise.
Don't have anything to bolt it permanently to at the moment, but still, yeah, it's one of the most important tools to have. The Ridgid costs a bit more money as compared to others, but it's really tough and smooth, and it's got sexy lines to boot.
Congrats on getting the Snap-On!
The love you have for your wife is great to see. I am the same way with my wife, grew up with great roll model parents who have been together for 45 years. Keep up all the great videos, first time comment to your videos.
another great video Cody.I use A black smith vice which works good removing ax handles as I'm trying to fit them.The handle clears the work bench much better. Also the swivel vice I have I changed the swivel lock "T" bolts to proper grade 5 hex bolts. I love your channel.
Watch from 7:42 and on. Very touching and true. Sharing, kindness and vises are very important.
Wow! Was just revamping an old vice dad found today and this pops up, great minds think alike!
Your are so correct. I had one Wilton vise and use it so much that I bought two more. All used and all in great shape.
This video needed to be done! I know I needed a vise and didn't want to hastily plunge into a big box store brand. I love videos like this.
I remember growing up my dad had a Wilton Vise. I loved that tool and always thought I would have one in my garage. I looked at them recently and $500-600. I guess I may be needing to save up a bit.
CJStryke I have had excellent use out of Wilton.
Nice new vice there Cody.
Kudos to the person who gifted it.
I agree to snap on has better tools but the cost prohibits people from their purchase! I enjoy the stories about your relationship with Mrs. W you two have a wonderful relationship together you have been blessed with!
The vise was cool, but thanks a bunch for sharing from your heart about your relationship with your wife and your relationship with her.
I've been wanting to get a nice vice for a long time but there's so little information out there on what to look for. Your video was exactly what I needed, thank you!
Just happened to click your channel today and liked it already. That snap-on vise will be a good gift for my hubby for father's day (tomorrow), a little too late, but maybe for christmas...
Loved the little heart to heart
Yes the Snap-On vise is a beauty and yes it appears to be much larger and stronger than your old Craftsman.. Yes you were very fortunate to have it gifted to yourself. A new vise like that can have quite a substantial cost associated with it. However were you to purchase that vise from Snap-On it would have cost you about three times as much as the same Wilton vise which is the manufacturer of the Snap-On vise shown. I must agree with the previous comment that you do very much sound like a paid commercial for Snap-On.
I love this channel as you always seem so real & honest. I appreciate that and the work you put into your videos.
Wow. Other than the color and the name on the side, your new vise looks just like my new (to me) Wilton. I really lucked out when I came across it on FB about a month ago. Definitely a stout vise. Enjoy yours just as I will surely enjoy mine!
Something for you to think about, the anvil is soft steel (hence the hammer marks). You can work harden it so that it doesn't mar so easily. It's a simple matter of using a semi flat faced hammer and tapping every part of the surface then flatten it and repeat at least once. This will compact the iron and make it more durable. This holds true for your blacksmith anvil as well. Just a thought.
The old Wranglerstar is back! I have been waiting for this kind of video a long time. The way you relate technical tips and lifes philosphy is magnificent :) thats the reason i subscribed 4 years ago. Thank you very much for those kind of videos.
I use that snapon vice at work it is one of the best, but my dad has my grandfathers old machine shop vice that is a beast of a vice. Last year I broke the vice I had in the garage rebuilding a u-joint. It snapped in half.
You are the "Mr. Rogers" of modern homesteading. ;)
Old vice restoration plan. New jaws - maybe copper, new tommy bars , shim the sliding action, paint job, install outside (on a tree stump if you don't have a bench outside), or further along your bench with the fixed jaw inline with the snap-on, so you can hold long stuff.
That's a nice vice. You've got a Snap-On branded Wilton model 1755 tradesman vise.
Maybe I'm a bit "off", but I totally dig this video. A great vice is a real asset!
I work at a bike shop and we have an old Wilton bullet vise from the 50's I believe with removable brass jaws
All of the notable features you mentioned for that Snap-On vise are all included with my $40 brand new 5" Harbor Freight vise
watched this again and loved the way you talked about Mrs W. Just got a grizzly bench vice, not a snap on but good for what I need.
I especially enjoyed your rambling about sharing experiences in this one. Good stuff
For me, the most important part of this video is when you speak of your relationship and friendship with Mrs W.
That's the deepest vice video I ever viewed...... and it was awesome.
Not everyone needs such a large, heavy duty vice, but I'd recommend a (blacksmith's) post/leg vice. The juggernaut of vices. I found my 6.5" jaw leg vice at an antique store for $100 about 10 years ago. Stamp reads Pittsburgh 1898. Not a chip on it, or a spot of rust on the screw. Just some hammer marks and a dark patina. No doubt it will last another 117 years.
Sincerely,
A Kentucky Blacksmith
edit: I have it mounted on a big stump in the shop involving a brake rotor and 5/8 ball bearings so it will swivel and lock.
Nice vise! Also, regarding the manly manners, Mrs W is the total package of inner and outer beauty (plus she is STRONG!), so she shouldn't ever feel envious of another woman (if that' ever even an issue for her). There's always someone younger or better looking (on the outside) but she has the inner goodness that matters the most. I know you know that, but it's apparent to your viewers as well.
O-ring cushions, gotta love that:) That vice look like it´s really build to last
Timely video as I'm about to buy a vise to set up my axe restoration shop. Thanks Cody. :)
Great video Cody! Your words about the Mrs were touching and like a vice, a good woman holds a marriage together and provides a solid foundation for all the twisting and turning and pounding and stability that they add to the partnership. I'm sure they might not recognize or even appreciate the analogy like that but it's kind of true. The vice needs to be mounted over a stable part of the workbench, and that's analogy is the man. The home life is the bench itself.
Nice vice! I bought a "used" made in usa wilton mechanics vice that looked brand new. that is one of the best vices I have seen and for 200 bucks, its hard to beat. Very robust and the where the swivel base and the vise meet, both parts have cast serrations so that when you turn the locking screws, there is absolutely no way the vise will rotate unless you somehow break the cast serrations.
backwoods223 Wilton makes very good tools,
+Wranglerstar Wilton likely made that Snap-On you have there.
That looks nice and all, but I think I'll stick with my 5" Columbian leg vise :)
I don't know if anybody else has said but that is a Wilton vise just re branded, and they some of the best vises.
Nice vise! Always prefer Snap-On when I can save for that brand.
Now that you have a proper anvil stump, hunt you a post vise to accompany it to beat on. Make a heavy, round base to keep it portable & you won't be disappointed.
Oh Yeah!!! If you're gonna get more stuff that vise is the stuff to get!!! What a great tool to have at your disposal.
I was just looking at some snap on tools right before I clicked on this video! Awesome vise. Enjoy!
Many manners lesson - well appreciated addition to the video.
that snap on looks like a cheap imitation of my 1949 Wilton been in the family for 3 generations
+John D My Wilton is an old one also, and I see the differences as well.
don't know if you already installed the new one, but since the new one rotates 360 degrees make sure to rotate base so anvil is directly over the bench leg. noticed it is offset on your old one.
Wranglerstar, I have a vise related question. I make jaw harps in my spare time, so my vise is regularly in use. Tightened and loosened dozens of times a day. I bought a cheaper 80 dollar craftsman vise and wore it out in a month. Never abused it, not overtightened it. I was thinking about trying to find an old used wilton or record vise, because I know they are legit and are made for regular professional use. I seen this video and was wondering how your new vise has fared over time. Also you speak of woodworking vises in some of your other videos. I made wooden jaw covers for my now broken vise and worked great for reducing marring. Would a carpenters vise be a good option as well. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. I love your videos and thanks for all you do.
One thing I Always do is to position the non-movable jaw parallell and in line with the edge of the table, when vise is positionend with handle towards you. Just to be able to hold longer objects and to get support from the table.
I just got mine off the Snap-on truck last Friday. I went with the 4"1/2. I also want to add without my wife. I don't know what would be of me.😊
My workspace is so limited and not permanent that I did without a vise for years. Not that I didnt want one or couldn't afford one, just that I couldn't bolt it down permanently and if you cant secure your vise there 'aint no point having one. Let me tell you, not having a vise is hell. A living hell. What he said about a vise being essential is so so true. Believe me, I've lived it for years :P
I like ur Baldor bench grinder I have the same one in my shop. I used to work at Baldor when I graduated highschool for a few years. That's how I got mine.
Love your videos. Thanks for sharing your time with us.
That's a rebranded Wilton Tradesman 1755 vise. Wilton is one of the last vise manufacturers still making product in the USA. And only three vises in the Wilton lineup (Combo, Tradesman, Machinist bullet vises) are USA.
Awesome vid, a little bit of everything, nice to hear you talk about Mrs W in that way. Looks like red is the new black on your homestead God Bless
One thing that I've come to leve on my vise it the two locking lugs on the sides. However, mine have 3/4" Hex Lugs so I can crank them down with a wrench opposed to the little bars. Very sturdy.
This is a awesome gift! A very good quality vise, here in Brasil we have good ones too, thanks for the video, I appreciate!
Just for the record in my shop the first thing which I bought was a little vise!
why am i so excited over this vice !!
My father has had one vice for longer than I've been alive and I'm 16 and it's still nice and reliable
A good vice is a must have tool.
You have a loose swivel base on the older vise. Take the vise off, turn it over, oil and tighten the swivel bolt. Then it will be tight and snug, ... and the same for the screw and vise shaft threads. Grease the threads and it will be back to proper work.
Nice vice ! I have a 50 yr. old Wilton witch looks similar. Good luck
Would love to see you revisit this pi Xe of equipment and show what maintenance, if any that you do to it.
IF I was to get a new vise it would be nothing but a Record vice.
But that one you got ( Wilton's) looks well made and should hold up nice!
When I was a child I worked for three months with my father's friend Enrique. It was in this place where I knew how it is used vise.
I have a Columbian 6. It is pretty sturdy. I might not pound on it like you do, but it works great.
My wife, too, asks why do I love her. I've also thought it strange that she asks frequently. I don't think I've ever asked that of her. My answer is usually the same: Because she takes care of all of us (my kids and I). Which is true ...she sacrificed a lot and goes completely out of her way to make sure we are all comfortable and taken care of. A man can't ask much more than that.
Excellent points right to the end.
I have missed these type of videos, I enjoy your talks!
And very good manly manor. So true and thanks for reminding me.
That is one might fine looking bench vice you have yourself there. I'm sure your son will still be using that long after most of us are gone!
Nice Snap-on vice Cody. If you were living in the UK I would ask "did you get it off a paddy" haha!
Aren't craftsman tools guaranteed for life? I have taken old tools to Sears and had them replaced, although the quality isn't there cause they're made over seas, but it's worth a try........
Excellent vice, excellent video. I continue to enjoy your videos, and values everyday.
Cody, this might be a long message, but after watching this video I'd like to share this information. You are a terrific role model and I just wish there were more people similar to you as well. First off, nice job on the proper American made Snap-On branded vise. I am fairly certain that vise was either made by Wilton or Columbian, but I am thinking Wilton due to the encased lead screw.
Secondly, what are you going to do with that USA made Craftsman vise? I am fairly certain there are some people that would love to buy that off you to support your channel. Assuming that is for sale.
Lastly and most importantly, what you said about Mrs. Wranglestar really makes me glad that I am Wranglestar subscriber. WAY too often, I see couples constantly bashing each other for their faults and married men chasing after younger women. Instead of focusing on the faults of others, especially when you are married, following your example is a much better idea. Very few couples seem to be able to communicate with each other effectively. I really enjoy the manly manners portion of the videos and your videos in general.
Sweet vice and I love the manly manors
Cody ... you scored mega-points with the Mrs. on this video.
I d love this what I call old format.
Damn Cody, that is a SWEEEET vise brother. Enjoy.
I just looked up the cost of that vise. Very nice gift.
like your note pad I use the same one I still have the numbers from a pressure survey I took 5 months ago on my gloves I just think of it as reference material
i have been with my wife 20 years now we have the same interests and we still get excited with things that we share she is not only my wife she is my best friend and my soul mate as well
Heuer vice all day! They are the best. They last a lifetime and longer.
It's a fine vise. Snap-on makes fine professional grade tools but it's not all that. Compare that to a Wilton and the Wilton is every bit as good -if not better. The Craftsman is fifteen years old. Show us the Snap On after fifteen years of use. BTW - Mic those handles and see that they really aren't that much bigger than the ones on the Craftsman. It's your perception. Some real advantages of the snap on are two locking handles instead of one -at 180 degrees apart. and four mounting lugs instead of three. and they are thicker. It truly sounds like a paid endorsement for the Snap-On
+gimpcornet Wilton makes the vices for Snap-On,
+Wranglerstar Wilton is by far the best vice. Worth the money!
+koviack The top of the line Witlon Bullet vises like the rebadged one he now owns are still made in the USA, and are still of good quality. they are also around six hundred dollars. Chris
I'm pretty sure it's an UN-paid endorsement for Snap-On. Over half of what you said in your comment agrees with W.
***** Parkers are good, but I'm not so sure that they are any better than a large Wilton vise.
At 4:00 Wranglerstar talks about the lock down handles. Not only are the handles larger but the overall design is much different between Wilton and other vises. Wiltons have an toothed ring located in the base that interlocks with a matching toothed ring in the upper arm. Once the teeth are interlocked, this vise will not turn. It is also why the vise can rotate 360 and not just 180. Finally, I like that the main acme screw is totally shielded end to end.
cemx86 Yes I noticed this when I installed the new vice.
I agree! When I built my shop a good vise was the firs thing I got
thats like a $500 vice nice gift