Brandon Shew
01-16-2008, 11:04 AM
OK workbench builders - I need some advice/recommendations.
I am in the process of the glue-up on the top for my new workbench. I am looking at a final top dimension of 72"L x 24" D ' 2.25" H. I am looking for two vices (as if drinking wasn't enough).
I am setting up the bench in a right handed config and I want an end vise on the right side (preferrably 24" clamping face to cover the full 24" depth) and a front vice on the front left side (maybe 12-15" clamping face?).
Given that this is my first bench and I am on somewhat of a budget, I'll probably rule out the Veritas models on price alone. I see that Woodcraft and Rockler each carry bench vises. Any recommendations or advice on models, sizes, and fitting would be appreciated. Pictures are good too.
I am in the process of the glue-up on the top for my new workbench. I am looking at a final top dimension of 72"L x 24" D ' 2.25" H. I am looking for two vices (as if drinking wasn't enough).
I am setting up the bench in a right handed config and I want an end vise on the right side (preferrably 24" clamping face to cover the full 24" depth) and a front vice on the front left side (maybe 12-15" clamping face?).
Given that this is my first bench and I am on somewhat of a budget, I'll probably rule out the Veritas models on price alone. I see that Woodcraft and Rockler each carry bench vises. Any recommendations or advice on models, sizes, and fitting would be appreciated. Pictures are good too.