Is this Vise any good?

[Butkusrules]

I can get this new in the box for $150.00 off a local wholesaler. Should I pull the trigger on it? I need just a general purpose vise for a garage bench. Alternative would be that Sears craftsman professional which at the store for 149.00
Thoughts?

http://www.palmgren.com/product_info.php?cPath=11&products_id=239

 

[Fordman7795]

Imo you can spend $150 or less on a used vise that will have twice the capabilities.

 

[Butkusrules]

I have been keeping an eye on craigslist locally in Chicago and seems like people want a ton of money for good old vises. I saw a used Wilton 10 dollars cheaper then new price on Amazon. I would even just go for the sears vise but I know people have bought it for close to 100 dollars. Spending 50 more then other people would annnoy me to no end. Is there any regularity to Sears sales?

 

[3baygarage]

What is the country of origin? If USA, sounds well worth it for a new vise. If it's China I'd walk away. Very important as far as vises go.

They sure don't offer much product info there.

 

[alan camby]

They are made in China

 

[alan camby]

You will find places that claim made in USA for palmgren. All the castings and parts are made and machined in China. They just bolt them together in the USA.

 

[1982fxr]

just me or does that look just like the c-man pro vise a lot of people like?

 

[Butkusrules]

Box says its made in Taiwan and weighs 60lbs.

 

[Butkusrules]

pic of the vise.

 

[Fretters]

If it were I personally, I'd be happy enough using that vice. If you're planning on being an ape with it, then something a bit more robust might be in order, but if it's going to be getting considerate use, then I'd have it.

 

[Jere]

I would pass and get the home depot Irwin brand that has a lifetime warranty if they still have it for less. Then keep an eye for an old us made one on cl. I have found swivel head comes in handy for odd jobs even with a stronger alternative in the garage too.

 

[Fretters]

I would pass and get the home depot Irwin brand that has a lifetime warranty if they still have it for less.

Anything Irwin would be the last choice on my list, personally.

 

[Jere]

Anything Irwin would be the last choice on my list, personally.

Yeah I have broken one with a hard stare, but the lifetime warranty makes it worth it. Make sure to save the box if anyone buys one btw

 

[bl00]

There's an old Morgan with pipe jaws in Gary for $50. It looks good in the tiny pics on my phone.

 

[exmaxima1]

I have been keeping an eye on craigslist locally in Chicago and seems like people want a ton of money for good old vises.

I feel your pain. If you can make it to the Chicago suburbs, PM me about a Rock Island 723. And I'd bet it weighs more than that Palmgren.