The Rockler Workbench Vise is a twist-release vise with a 9-in. jaw width. It has an opening capacity of 13 in. and a racking measurement of 0.08 in. This product received an excellent rating for vertical alignment and a good rating for ease of use, although it does not open and close smoothly.
The Rockler Workbench Vise is available from www.rockler.com (Product Number: 33487).
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