Rock island 94

[jenirae0427]

I have a Rock Island MFG CO NO 94 in my garage. I’m not really sure but it looks like it’s in pretty good condition. I was just wondering if these are vintage and worth anything. Could anyone give me info on this tool?

 

[Jakemedic]

Have a look here. I didn’t even know it was a vice before searching. There are many folks who love old vices. http://www.vintagemachinery.org/photoindex/detail.aspx?id=37934

 

[jenirae0427]

Have a look here. I didn’t even know it was a vice before searching. There are many folks who love old vices. http://www.vintagemachinery.org/photoindex/detail.aspx?id=37934

I did see that posting but it didn’t really say if it’s rare or sought after or worth much.

 

[Pexto]

Rock Island, like many other US manufacturers, made nice vises back in the day. Yes, it is "vintage". If you look carefully you can find the date of manufacture (month and year) stamped on the slide. As for value, that really depends on condition. Offhand, I'd say anywhere from $20 for one in fair condition to $200 for one that's pristine. You can find some old Rock Island catalogs on archive.org.

Some pictures would really help!

 

[jenirae0427]

Rock Island, like many other US manufacturers, made nice vises back in the day. Yes, it is "vintage". If you look carefully you can find the date of manufacture (month and year) stamped on the slide. As for value, that really depends on condition. Offhand, I'd say anywhere from $20 for one in fair condition to $200 for one that's pristine. You can find some old Rock Island catalogs on archive.org.

Some pictures would really help!

 

[thehorse13]

I'm late to the party here but the vise in the photo is about a 40-50 dollar item around here. Other places it may be double that because with old hulks like this, your location does matter.

It's worth far more as a virtually indestructible tool than the pittance you'd receive for selling it. I'd clean that old vise up and use it for the rest of your life.

 

[paulsomlo]

It's worth far more as a virtually indestructible tool than the pittance you'd receive for selling it. I'd clean that old vise up and use it for the rest of your life.

Somehow, I think they have no intention of using it.

 

[Pexto]

Looks to be in good, but not excellent condition. I agree with thehorse on the valuation.

 

[Shiftless]

Not all banged up, no heavy rust, straight handle… I’d go $50 if it didn’t involve driving too far.