My grandfather's vise

[gmoss]

Never knew or thought about an old vise being anything special. Kept this because it was his. But now, I am curious about it, and have been using it. Would like to clean it up, be a conversation piece.

Is there a process to clean, tighten up the "screw". Idk if it has a technical name.

 

[BrandonV]

Cool vice. Looks like a 450? I'd probably start by dumping the feed screw in some Evaporust and seeing where you're at.

 

[gmoss]

I don't know. I have never thought about a vise being anything other than a tool. I will admit, this site has got me interested in preserving it. Any info is appreciated.

Will look into the evaporust. Thanks.

 

[BrandonV]

I don't know. I have never thought about a vise being anything other than a tool. I will admit, this site has got me interested in preserving it. Any info is appreciated.

Will look into the evaporust. Thanks.

100% restore it.

I wouldn't give up my father's Sears vice for anything even though they're a dime a dozen on eBay.

 

[RTM]

You might want to check into this thread. Lots of folks singing their praise. Restoration tips may show up soon.

Show off your old exposed thread bench vises

For a long time I have noticed that Garage Journal folk seem to regard homeowner grade exposed screw vises as nearly worthless. Sure, everybody can drool over a Reed or Rock Island or Morgan or Prentiss (and others) with 6 inch or wider jaws and weighing so much that normal fellows can’t even...

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[redragoon]

I've restored a couple ones. One almost just like that.

Evaporust works, but I also had good luck with Oven cleaner spray from the dollar tree and a wire wheel.

Better to paint with any good enamel paint, but engine enamel will handle heat better.
Any paint pen can be used for the lettering.

 

[gmoss]

I think for this one I am going to leave it as is other than cleaning and taking care of any rust. I will post up as it progresses. Thanks.

 

[gmoss]

Cool vice. Looks like a 450? I'd probably start by dumping the feed screw in some Evaporust and seeing where you're at.

Ha! It is a 450. Big raised letters on the other side! Never paid attention.