Recent content by bkanonk

Finished the restoration. I cold blued the main handle, collar, collar screws, swivel handles, tube nut, interior of tube nut housing cap, everything under the swivel base, and the swivel bolts. I used 1 coat of primer and 4 coats of Rust-Oleum Sage Green (closest I could find to the original)...

Is there anyone you guys recommend that makes the "5 Year Guarantee" decal?

UPDATE: I was able to get the part from another member, autopts. Thx!

I'd like to know as well. Ive read about Rust-O-Leum Hammered Verde Green, but it appears to have been discontinued, so what the next best thing?

I also need a part for my vise. I have a 1954 Wilton 9400, and im missing the center pin on the swivel base. (i can provide a pic if needed). If you or anyone you know might have one, please let me know. Thx in advance.

I ended up going a different route, so I ended up getting a WIlton 9400, stamped GUAR EXP 12-31-59. I Disassembled as much as I could today, will work on the end cap and pins tomorrow. Here are some pics.....

I'm new to the site, awesome info here. Anyhow I'm about to pull the trigger on Wilton Chicago 935 with no date on the slide (so from what I understand 1941-1944). First, is $300 a fair price? Second, It comes with acorn nuts for the swivel locks. When did Wilton start using swivel locks with...