Wilton bullet vise ID/knowledge

[MayerMR]

Hey fellas,

I recently acquired this nice Wilton bullet vise but I can't identify it's actual model.

It's a 4.5'' jaw, date code is 7-53 and on the static body the stamp *appears* to say "9450"; though it's admittedly hard to read. However, on the dynamic jaw it says "8450". The vise is in quite good condition, but does need refreshed.

I'm hoping someone's knowledge of these vises might help me figure out if I have a 9450 or a 8450. Also hoping that someone may be able to tell me the difference between the two as I really can't find much on the differences.

Thanks fellas!

 

[ksuav8r]

I have the same one. I’m going with 8450. Maybe those were the part numbers or their casting came out looking like a 9. My original color was a light industrial green. I’m keeping it bare metal for now. The jaws were not parallel. I found that out when I replaced the inserts. I’ll fully restore it someday. Time to beat on it!