Recent content by jp98226

Two quick replies: First to fordracing200 regarding your inquiry has to whether I might sell my dead DeWalt 12v drill to you. Sorry bud, but I already gave away the unit (and its batteries) to a fine fellow who promised to give it a good home, or at least a decent burial; otherwise, I would...

A most excellent point (made by Thedroid) not lost on me (now) . . . in fact, I cringe to think how that measly $40 divides out against the hours and fret I put into this purchase. I suppose the fatal error began when I thought that buying a vise "sight unseen" would be problem-free. Lesson...

Re: Am I being too picky? Yes, but . . . (Wilton Vise) Greetings All, It has been nearly four weeks since I first contacted TGJ regarding the misaligned jaws on my newly purchased Wilton 1745 Tradesman Vise. Sorry I took so long to get back. I've been distracted with reorganizing my...

Thanks to all who responded, and so quickly! You've given me more than enough information and encouragement to approach Wilton, and sound reasonably well-informed as to why I'd like a replacement vise. Let me follow-up with some your useful comments and great observations. BMWPOWER, I did as...

I am a new member, who after reading a GJB thread, was inspired to buy a "quality" Wilton Tradesman vise: 4 1/2", 41 pound wt., 60,000 pound ductile iron casting, made in the USA. I bought it through Amazon.com ($264.99, free shipping), by way of a 3rd party vender (ContractorsTool), and it...