Belknap bench vise

[Ben.finn]

I got an old Belknap bench vise from my father,it will not open but closes fine. Can't figure out the problem. Any suggestions?

 

[Maui]

Photos?

 

[GETRIDAONE]

See the small retaining ring around the screw, yours is probably missing. You can use a thin washer and C clip to fix it.

 

[Ben.finn]

See the small retaining ring around the screw, yours is probably missing. You can use a thin washer and C clip to fix it.

Thanks, that is exactly like mine and you are right, it's missing. Will try your fix

 

[Ben.finn]

Thanks, I'm new at this, so I may have put my reply on you message. Anyway, your suggestion is right on target.

 

[Richard Cranium]

one of the great things about G.J., Just ask a question and normally with in 24 hrs you will have an answer.

 

[Ben.finn]

See the small retaining ring around the screw, yours is probably missing. You can use a thin washer and C clip to fix it.

Thanks, that is exactly like mine and you are right, it's missing. Will try your fix,!!!

 

[Ben.finn]