Craftsman/Sears, Vise ID by Catalog

[autopts]

Here's what I believe in an oddball' however I'm not on alot. https://www.ebay.com/itm/1347101650...fFnJ8qhNWw8DadiqDvAlzRHNrA%3D%3D|ampid:PL_CLK

 

[Outlawmws]

I've seen similar side by side round slide vises before Autopts, it almost looks like it was adapted to a short flex lamp base?

 

[Capt. Curt]

Very good and interesting thread Outlawmws...I enjoyed this topic very much!

 

[Capt. Curt]

Some of my vintage Craftsman vises to add to the post here...
Model 5169 - 4 inch
Model 5176 - 3.5 inch
Model 05191 - 4 inch
Model 506-51801 - 3.5 inch
Model 506- 51820 - 3.5 inch

 

[Capt. Curt]

Some of more pictures...

 

[Capt. Curt]

Craftsman- Columbian Crown Logo 3.5 inch machinists vise

 

[Outlawmws]

Nice collection Cap!

 

[IRQVET]

What a great thread, shot out to Outlawmws for answering everyone's questions, that's awesome.

 

[jawstight]

Hello All. Just found this site yesterday, and joined today.
I read through this entire thread last night and saw a question I have asked, specifically what was the difference between a 506.51800 and a 506.51801. I just picked up one of the former and am going to refinish it. I've also picked up a Dunlap 5244 and I'll be doing the same to it.
I see many examples of the 51800 and 51801 but cannot seem to find a difference between the two, with the exception of the rear downward angle of the anvil on some of the 51801s. Are there other non-functional, or functional differences?
Thank you!

 

[fishwatcher]

Chuck:
I agree with Outlaw. That is definately a USA made model. Post a few more pics if you can.

Here is my 5191

@Shiftless that’s a beautiful vise. What is the little rivet-looking bit on the dynamic body?

 

[Outlawmws]

@Shiftless that’s a beautiful vise. What is the little rivet-looking bit on the dynamic body?

Spring loaded oiler cap.

 

[Shiftless]

Yes, that little dot is a spring loaded oiler cap.
Outlaw beat me to it.

 

[fishwatcher]

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Yes, that little dot is a spring loaded oiler cap.
Outlaw beat me to it.

Is there a standard for an oil can nozzle that fits into that cap?

 

[1982fxr]

Was the craftsman name ever on a Blacksmith vise?

Sheet metal or coach maker vise?

What is the first craftsman machinist or good quality enclosed leadscrew vise?

 

[Outlawmws]

Was the craftsman name ever on a Blacksmith vise?

Sheet metal or coach maker vise?

What is the first craftsman machinist or good quality enclosed leadscrew vise?

1. Sears sold BS vises but I don't recall seeing any marked Craftsman
2. Not that I recall
3. See page one - I posted all the catalog pages I had available at the time, including pre Craftsman Sears sold.

 

[jawstight]

Sorry, wrong forum

 

[Shiftless]

Is there a standard for an oil can nozzle that fits into that cap?

Not that I know of. My collection of 519x vises just sit up high on shelves so I have never needed to oil them through that port. I lightly grease the main screw after cleaning and before assembly and that’s it until the next guy gets them.

 

[Outlawmws]

A standard oil gun should work:

 

[wyagpar]

A few more Craftsman vises for reference sake.

This one is a Craftsman 5216 exposed screw bench vise with 4" wide jaws. It weighs in at 26 lbs so it is a bit bigger than most exposed screw Craftsman vises I have seen. It looks similar to the 1933 swivel base garage vise with anvil as shown at the top of this thread, but it is has 4" jaws instead of 3" and weighs 26 lbs instead of 14 lbs. But it is not quite the same. Makes me wonder how old it really is.

I have a 5216. On the slide, mine says Apr 1933

 

[jrh21969]

Hello all. Just found this site while looking for some information on my Dad's Craftsman 5183. Specifically I'd like to find an exploded view of the vise so I can see what is missing. It's pretty roached from being out in the FL weather for 30 plus years. On the bright side it only took two weeks and a can of PB Blasters to get it apart. Except for the handle & screw assembly, it's down to the individual parts. I'm assuming heat would be required to remove the handle stops? I've got some work ahead getting it back to useable so any advice is appreciated.

 

[Mr. Wonderful]

Hello all. Just found this site while looking for some information on my Dad's Craftsman 5183. Specifically I'd like to find an exploded view of the vise so I can see what is missing. It's pretty roached from being out in the FL weather for 30 plus years. On the bright side it only took two weeks and a can of PB Blasters to get it apart. Except for the handle & screw assembly, it's down to the individual parts. I'm assuming heat would be required to remove the handle stops? I've got some work ahead getting it back to useable so any advice is appreciated.

Welcome to GJ! That’s a pretty rare vise you have there! They only made them with that craftsman badge for a very short run in the 1940s. Referred to on this site as a Reedsman. (Craftsman made by the Reed manufacturer) The handle ends are usually peened on when red hot. Why do you want to take it off? It does look to be missing the split ring that holds the spindle in. I believe there is a member here that makes them. Also the parts from a 4” Reed “R” series will fit it. That vise is worth saving! I don’t think I’ve ever seen a fixed base vise with that badge! Post over on the vise repair 101 thread and one of the real gurus can help you out.

 

[jrh21969]

Thank you very much! I really appreciate the information. Dad passed in October so restoring this vise has a lot of meaning for me.