Old bench vise

[Mikeyz16]

Hey guys, I have an old bench vise by reed. It’s a 424 1/2 . Any idea on how to find out the year or what it’s worth? I’ve researched online a little and I haven’t seen anything like it .

 

[Roberts210]

There are some Reed guys here who will answer your questions shortly. Until then, how wide are the jaws, and about how much does it weigh?

 

[Mikeyz16]

They’re around 4 inches I believe. It weighs a ton. Probably around 80 lbs or so .

 

[RTM]

This thread should help you figure out your date.

REED R Series. Post your Reed date stamps.

The Office Reed R series Vise Date and timeline Thread. Post your Reed date stamps. After 2 and half years and 130+ reeds. I think its fair to say we have figured a few things out with the R series, as well as the A series and the older reeds. All reed vises will have dates on them. This...

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[Mickey81]

In the north east, anywhere between $100 and $400 from what I’ve seen.

 

[SweetD]

That's what they call a pattern maker's vise. The duckbill-type jaws indicate such. Plus the pivoting rear jaw. Very nice.

 

[RTM]

Here is another 424-1/2 Reed, including a catalog cut.

The VISES of Garage Journal

Vise, those peened over stud ends will require some additional techniques to save. I've used a very small and sharp cold chisel to reform the top thread as it comes out of the nut. I've resorted to using a torch to heat the peened over metal to soften it to make the reshaping easier. It's...

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[crguy]

Excellent vise, uncommon model. I have a Reed 404 with the swivel jaw that I use regularly.

 

[Roberts210]

I just clicked on your picture and blew it up. That is a REALLY nice vise. It looks as if it has been taken care of all its life.

 

[Oldtuleguy]

Coach Maker pattern vise. 82fxr has one for sale here on offerup asking 600$. Looks pretty cool.

 

[Mikeyz16]

You guys are awesome, thank you so much.

 

[Maui]

The vise you have is the swivel base version of this one.

Fully Restored Reed 324 1/2 Coachman Bench Vise - tools - by owner -...

This is a fully restored vintage Reed swivel jaw coachmen’s bench vice in excellent working condition. It is a model 324 1/2 and is extremely rare and very heavy. The jaws measure about 4 1/2 inches...

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In case it disappears the ad reads:
This is a fully restored vintage Reed swivel jaw coachmen’s bench vice in excellent working condition. It is a model 324 1/2 and is extremely rare and very heavy. The jaws measure about 4 1/2 inches across and the vise has a maximum opening distance of about 11 inches. I doubt you will ever see another one like it anywhere. This would make an ideal Christmas gift for the right person. I have two pins for the swivel jaw - one is made from brass and the other is steel. You can have your choice of which one you would like to have go with this vise. I am asking $500. Cash only. If you have any questions I can be reached at 585 - four five five - 0121. Thanks for looking.

 

[Mikeyz16]

Thank you, I appreciate it .

 

[RoninB4]

I doubt you will ever see another one like it anywhere.

-Don't want to interfere with your sale here but Prentiss made a similar, if non-swiveling, model #10 of very similar design. I picked mine up 2 years ago from a local. It's a nice design and it is rather uncommon but they're still out there. Photo below after cleaning/painting.