reivertom
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I recently brought home a Parker #272 swivel jaw vise from an estate auction. It is in pretty good shape and even has a set of copper jaw pads that wrap down around the jaws. The problem I have is that the pin that holds the swivel jaw from turning is stuck hard and it looks like it hasn't been used since the vise was new. I don't mean the swivel base pin like a Prentiss, it is the tapered pin on top near the rear that holds the jaws square until you need it to swivel. These pins have a knob-like top and are round with nothing to hold on to with much force. Do any of you guys know how I could get this thing out so I can take it apart for cleaning? I would really like to be able to use the swivel feature. Also, do you have an idea when they were made?....I have heard the 1920s, but I really can't find anything for sure. Thanks, Tom
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