Vise ID assistance requested

[rennebew]

Reed 406 Vise was Vise ID assistance requested

I just picked up this vise. The jaws measure 6" There are no markings on the vise. Research makes me think it is a Reed 406. Can anyone confirm this? I have not been able to remove the pin from the swivel jaw yet, but the rest of the vise seems to be in very good shape.

 

[Outlawmws]

I believe you nailed it. Good Job!

 

[bigcaddy]

The flattened "marshmallow" operating handle nut is a dead giveaway for a Reed. Same for the oil holes on the dynamic jaw That's a healthy size vise, especially a swivel jaw.

Great find

 

[bluebolt]

My Reed 206 is missing the all the raised lettering as well. Nice find, price you paid?

 

[rennebew]

I paid $300. Found it on CL where it was listed as a large antique bench vise. Seller was originally asking $500. Was the first large vise I found within driving distance at what I thought was a reasonable price. Seller included the stand made from the semi rim. Vise weighs 167 lbs

 

[rennebew]

Cleaned up and back in service. A couple notes on the jaws. One, I suspect they are the same as on late 4C vise. Two, the jaws on this vise are reversible and are smooth on the opposite side. That is why the hole for the middle pin on the jaw is a through hole.

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[wrenchguy]

nice.

 

[oldldh]

Ya Dun Gud, Bubba!!!

 

[Outlawmws]

Classy job!