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[motorhead1977]

My father recently passed away and I have inherited about 60 years of tools. I came across a rusty old locked up Reed 103-N. I've never used a vise other than to smash things when I was a kid, but I feel that I need to restore this one to honor my father. I've almost have to completely torn down and I'm about ready to clean it. Any suggestions on an abrasive blasting? I thought I read not to use sand. Any suggestions or information on this vise would be greatly appreciated.

 

[EngineerNate]

Personally I wouldn't blast it. Evaporust or Electrolysis to take care of any corrosion and a good cleaning with APC and a brass brush before that to get rid of the grime.

How to finish it after that is up to you.

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[harley jim]

Go to the vises of garage journal there is some serious talent there and Reed is one of there favorites. They will help.

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