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Funny how it goes. Fitting a set of jaws on a Bonney #160 (5-1/2” jaws) as I write. Jaws are similar to Parker’s. Just thought I’d share.

Well, this is my first 'collectible' vise. I have several others that are just tools, but I couldn't resist getting this beast. American...

Here is a new scan of Western Tool & Manufacturing Co. Catalog No. 19, 1922. Vises begin on page 80. Archive.org and Vintage Machinery...

The slot in center boss measures 1" side and 2-3/4" deep. I can feel that it is square inside to accept a large square headed bolt. I...

Got the new jaws from Logan at antique vises. He really does some nice work!

A wrt. washer shows in a 1912 catalog, my Parker has only one washer and could probably use a second. *** edit mine is steel same as...