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Starrett is still considered to be a higher end brand. I use the spring loaded center punches they make.

And the 4.5" that is on my bench now as it made it's way through the refresh. I liked the patina and original paint on this vise, it matches my bench. It was well used but not overly abused so the scars make it cool. I got this vise from a man who said it was his grandfathers and he wanted it to...

This was version 1 of the workbench. This wooden surround I built went to a buddy who put it on his reloading bench so it worked out perfectly that it did not go to waste. And the vise I had on this bench before was an old USA made Craftsman that I redid and now lives on my father in laws bench.

This is a picture of the brass washer before I sanded it to the tolerance I needed. And you can see the shim in the other. Just a copy of the U shaped locking washer in the front with the three screws in it. Made of brass. You have the main screw with the handle. That has the shoulder that sits...

A few pics of the bench surround. Having a press brake and all the cool tools at work was what made this project possible.

Sure, I will take is apart and snap a few pics soon. For the internal bushing I purchased a brass thrust washer. 1.5 OD and 1" ID. About an 1/8 thick. I then sanded that until it had a 64th of clearance from the locking key that goes on the front of the vise. Once that was done I had a bit of a...

This is the 4.5" that I put a brass bushing in the inside and made a brass shim for the outside of the screw. Hade to make new pass through bars for the base clamps. Had Logan make me some new jaws, cleaned up and kept the patina and added a little flair so it would look cool on my bench. I have...

Thank you. This was my first one taking all the way apart and bringing back to life. It was really enjoyable. I can see why messing with these old vises can become addictive. I have wanted a bullet for a long time but ran across this one. I also did a 4.5" cadet to be my main vise so I guess no...

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

FINISHED! Update, with the new Jaws from Logan and mounted.

And then I had my old 60's US made Craftsman, and so while it was off I figured. Why not freshen this one up. So I did. And then my father in law liked it so I put it on his bench. And took my old 1938-1942 Dunlap that I did have on his bench and decided to freshen that one up a little too. Now...

I have been on a bit of a vise kick lately. First, ran across this 1967 3.5" Wilton Cadet in pretty rough shape so I decided to freshen it up. And then I was like, man I would like to have a bit larger one for my bench with some good patina. Found this 4.5" Cadet. Original paint (what is left...

Drop Logan an email or give him a call. Worst case he will for sure make a set for you. He is making me a custom set right now. [email protected] www.antiquevises.com

This is the one I just finished up.

Here are the remainder of the pics.

I found this old Cadet on Craigslist for $75. No cracks or repairs. Had about 4 coats of paint on it but all the internals were solid and in great shape. I did a quick rehab of it. I think it came out pretty good. Thought I would share.

This is my ratchet drawer so like I said. I really do not need this ratchet! LOL… just wanted to compare the new line is all.

And today Napa cancelled my order all together. Keep in mind the list price for this is $186.00 and it is on sale for $73.49. Yet, when I look online it will still allow me to order it ship to store and says it would arrive by tomorrow. I am about done with Napa and the Carlyle tool line. Not...

I ordered the new CR3890G ratchet on 4/2 via Napa online. Shipped to my house with free shipping. Sale price after tax came in just under $80. Figured I would compare it to my R3890 and provide some feedback. When ordered it shows that is should be delivered on 4/4. I sent Napa an email on 4/7...

I just rebuilt my R3890 ratchet and ordered the new CR3890G just to compare. I have a lot of SO and MAC tools but have a complete sweet of the carlyle sockets that they had 8/10 years ago. Those are some really nice sockets and I got them for an average of $2-$3 per socket which is a great...