This Old Wilton Vice

[Thague90]

I just picked this up off of Facebook. It is in solid working condition and doesn’t really need restoring, but I really do like a project. I know Wilton Vices are sought after and a lot of information is available on the different models and dates. For that reason, I am fairly overwhelmed and at a loss. All I have been able to put together is that the date stamp is 175 which I believe makes it January of 1975? There is no model number that I know of, just a number under the jaw.

Either way, I’m pretty sure it’s missing the rotating base, unless some models came like this? I am interested in replacing the missing parts and possibly getting a new set of jaws. Any info on my vice and where the best place to get parts is would be awesome.

 

[Stuart in MN]

Looks like it's in pretty good shape. The experts will chime in, the only advice I can give is to spell it 'vise.'

 

[exmaxima1]

Nick (aka "autoprts" on the auction site) has pretty much anything you could want:

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/475075869659827

 

[Davefr]

There were plenty of Wiltons that came with stationary bases. You might want to think thru your mounting plans.

For a lot of users, a swivel base is almost never used, not as rigid and they're very expensive to replace. I can't remember the last time I swiveled my vise.

 

[bluebolt]

The best jaws are made by KM Scott, AKA the Vise Wizard. I believe he still offers a discount for GJ members.

So that is 5" wide jaws right? Measure the height too when ordering replacements.

http://www.wiltonviseparts.net/5-x-...vise-jaws-fits-the-wilton-c2-vise-and-others/

 

[drivesitfar]

Thague: nice find!! I think Dave meant to say that Wilton sold a lot of vises like that WITHOUT swivel bases. if you have to have one though i think AutoPts (Nick) has the new bases for sale so PM him if you need one.

to help you with a model # can you measure the width of the jaws and that will help us?